A studio with character in the Diamantbuurt
This studio on the first floor of a 1889 building sits in the Diamantbuurt, a lively corner of Amsterdam's Zuid Pijp district. The asking price of €350,000 is 43% below the average asking price of €609,476 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and it is the cheapest of the 21 homes on the market here. According to the agent, the living area is 38 m², which is 41% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 64 m². The price per square metre, based on the agent's figure, comes to €9,211. For comparison, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €9,461. This is one of the [studios in Amsterdam] currently listed.
Inside the home
The home has two rooms in total, with one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The total volume is 132 m³. The energy label is C, which means the home is reasonably efficient, though not the most efficient on the market. The property was built in 1889, so it has the charm of a pre-war Amsterdam apartment. The agent lists the living area at 38 m², while the BAG registration records 36 m². Both figures are given here, as they come from different sources.
Life in the Diamantbuurt
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.29, based on three reviews. One resident, who lives on Willem Passtoorstraat, says: "Very nice neighbourhood. Residents are very friendly, communicative and good at cooperating. We did many activities in the summer, in the community centre and with outings." Another resident, who has lived there for more than ten years, is less positive: "I think there are few parking spaces here and the neighbours are very rude." A third review is neutral, simply titled "Okay, I guess". The neighbourhood has 2,955 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 58%. The average household size is 1.7 people. This is [the Diamantbuurt neighbourhood] as it is today.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, an Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with another Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. A Lidl is a ten-minute walk. For education, the IVKO - Leren van Kunst secondary school is just around the corner, and the 4e Montessorischool de Pinksterbloem primary school is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk de Wetering, about a ten-minute walk away, and the Service Apotheek de Pijp pharmacy is just around the corner. For public transport, the Lutmastraat tram stop is on your doorstep, served by lines 4 and N84. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Amstel, about a ten-minute walk away. This all falls within [the municipality of Amsterdam].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €404,000. The asking price of €350,000 is 13% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 48%, from €273,000 to €404,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, the current flood risk is low, and the heat stress risk is medium, with an elevated risk projected for 2050. These are all area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including MAKELAAR BERT and MAKELAAR BERT on Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Tolstraat 140-1L, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €350,000 is 13% below the WOZ value of €404,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is also 43% below the average asking price of €609,476 for homes currently for sale in the Diamantbuurt, and it is the cheapest of the 21 homes on the market here.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, the home has two rooms in total, with one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The total volume is 132 m³. The agent lists the living area at 38 m², while the BAG registration records 36 m². The property is located on the first floor of a building from 1889.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the home's energy performance as certified, but it does not say anything about the structural condition of the building. With label C, you can expect moderate energy costs, though not as low as with more efficient labels. The home was built in 1889, which is a fact about its age, not a judgement on its condition.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from KCAF. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from before 1970, which is a factor in the risk assessment. No specific defects are mentioned in the data.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The noise from rail traffic is 40 dB Lden, which is not above the standard, and the noise from air traffic is 44 dB Lden, also not above the standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements inside the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn is at 147 metres, so on your doorstep. Another Albert Heijn is at 500 metres, and a Lidl is at 669 metres. There are also other supermarkets within a short distance, with 152 supermarkets within 5 kilometres. For daily groceries, you have several options within a short walk.
Which schools are close to this home?
The IVKO - Leren van Kunst secondary school is at 180 metres, just around the corner. The 4e Montessorischool de Pinksterbloem primary school is at 345 metres, a five-minute walk. The 3e Daltonschool Alberdingk Thijm primary school is at 479 metres, and the Berlage Lyceum secondary school is at 517 metres. There are 199 schools within 5 kilometres.
What public transport options are available?
The Lutmastraat tram stop is at 153 metres, served by tram and bus lines 4 and N84. The Van Woustraat stop is at 363 metres, with lines 4, 25 and N84. The Ceintuurbaan stop is at 364 metres, with line 4. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Amstel, at 1,139 metres, about a ten-minute walk.
How do residents rate the Diamantbuurt?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.29, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Very nice neighbourhood. Residents are very friendly, communicative and good at cooperating." Another resident, who has lived there for more than ten years, mentions few parking spaces and rude neighbours. A third review is neutral. These reviews reflect the experiences of a small number of residents.
What is the average household size in the Diamantbuurt?
The average household size in the Diamantbuurt is 1.7 people. Single-person households make up 58% of all households, which is a high share. Households with children account for 23%, and households without children for 20%. The neighbourhood has 2,955 inhabitants in total.
