Van Heemskerckstraat 38
Zeeheldenbuurt · 1013 PA Amsterdam
A studio with history in the Zeeheldenbuurt
This studio on Van Heemskerckstraat 38 sits in the Zeeheldenbuurt, a part of Amsterdam where the streets have a lived-in, communal feel. The building dates from 1879, so this is a home with plenty of character. At €350,000, the asking price was 42% below the neighbourhood average of €598,375, and it was the cheapest of the 16 homes at the time for sale in the area. For context, [studios in Amsterdam]( /koopwoningen/amsterdam/studios/ ) vary widely, but this one stood out for its price point. This home has not been online since 27 October 2026.
Inside the home
The agent described this as a two-room studio on the second floor, with one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area was listed at 38 m², while the BAG registration records 35 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. It was held on leasehold, with the ground rent paid off until 01-01-2055. The monthly homeowners' association contribution was €87.67.
Life in the Zeeheldenbuurt
Residents of the wider district, which includes the Spaarndammerbuurt and Zeeheldenbuurt, give their area an average score of 8.32, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Super nice, we live together as a family, help each other keep the stairwell clean, weed, renovate, also keep an eye on each other's things, etc." Another mentions: "Very cosy and a neighbourhood with many different cultures that has many nice places to offer. Lots of schools and many nice restaurants and parks. Close to central station but a lot of mess and rarely cleaned." A third notes: "Crack dealers are a nuisance." The district has around 1,925 residents, and most households are single-person. [The Zeeheldenbuurt neighbourhood]( /buurt/zeeheldenbuurt-amsterdam/ ) itself is part of this larger area.
Amenities and getting around
For daily needs, the Jumbo is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. Primary school De Zeeheld is on your doorstep, and Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is a five-minute walk. The GP, Medisch Kwartier, is a couple of streets away, and the Spaarndammer Apotheek is just around the corner. Tram line 13 stops at Zoutkeetsgracht, a couple of streets away, and bus line 48 at Houtmankade. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. [The municipality of Amsterdam]( /gemeente/amsterdam/ ) offers all this and more.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was set at €372,000 on 01-01-2025. The asking price was 6% below this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 53%, from €243,000 to €372,000. As for the area, the noise from road traffic is 48 dB, from rail 45 dB, and from air traffic 44 dB, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building predates 1970. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, while the current and 2050 flood risk is low. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Lengers Housing on Funda, Pararius, and Vastgoed Nederland.
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About Van Heemskerckstraat 38, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €350,000 was 42% below the average asking price of €598,375 for homes at the time for sale in the Zeeheldenbuurt. It was also the cheapest of the 16 homes on the market in this neighbourhood at the time.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this was a two-room studio on the second floor, with one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area was listed at 38 m², while the BAG registration records 35 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value was set at €372,000 on 01-01-2025. The asking price was 6% below this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 53%, from €243,000 to €372,000.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, and 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. It is not an inspection of this specific home.
What public transport options are nearby?
Tram line 13 stops at Zoutkeetsgracht, about 170 metres away. Bus line 48 stops at Houtmankade, about 241 metres away. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Centraal, about 1.5 kilometres from the home.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district, which includes the Zeeheldenbuurt, give their area an average score of 8.32, based on four reviews. One resident praises the communal spirit, while another mentions the mix of cultures and nearby amenities. A third notes some nuisance from crack dealers.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This was not the most efficient label, so expect moderate energy costs. The home has double glazing, which can help with insulation, but the label itself does not guarantee a specific level of insulation.
Are there any flood risks for this area?
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. The pluvial flooding risk, which relates to heavy rain, is medium. These are area-level indications from public data, not an assessment of this specific property.
