A studio on the water in Amsterdam
This studio on Westerdok 372 sits right on the water in the Westerdokseiland neighbourhood, part of the Haarlemmerbuurt district in Amsterdam. It is a calm spot with open views, yet everything the city centre has to offer is close by. The asking price is €485,000, which is 46% below the average asking price of €901,100 for homes in this neighbourhood, and it is the cheapest of the 30 homes currently for sale here. For more context, you can compare with other [studios in Amsterdam].
The home itself
Built in 2008, this two-storey apartment has two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, with a total living area of 33 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 34 m². The home is fully insulated, including roof insulation, double glazing, HR glazing, draught sealing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. It has a central heating boiler with heat recovery, and the property is held under leasehold with an annual fee of €995.64, which can be bought off. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €148.49. The studio is located on the first living floor and has a free view over the water.
The Westerdokseiland neighbourhood
Westerdokseiland is a small island neighbourhood with about 1,845 residents, many of whom live alone. Residents of the Haarlemmerbuurt district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.03 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "everything at hand, it's the centre, centrally located." Another notes: "I find the Haarlemmerbuurt a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in. There is a good atmosphere and there are many amenities. Homeless people and tourists do regularly cause nuisance and the fact that the neighbourhood is unhygienic." The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents aged 65 and over. For more details, see [the Westerdokseiland neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn supermarket is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. For primary education, Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is a five-minute walk, and Vinse School for secondary education is also within walking distance. The nearest GP is Medisch Kwartier, about a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Service Apotheek Mouw & Kruysse is just around the corner. Bus stop Westerdoksdijk is on your doorstep with line 48, and Buiten Oranjestraat, a couple of streets away, offers lines 18, 21, 22, and night buses. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. This is all part of [the municipality of Amsterdam].
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €389,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 25% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 37%, from €283,000 to €389,000. As for the address, the noise levels from road, rail, and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and the current flood risk is low, as is the risk for 2050. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, and heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaar in Amsterdam and other platforms.
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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 Westerdok 372, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €485,000 is 46% below the average asking price of €901,100 for homes currently for sale in Westerdokseiland. It is also the cheapest of the 30 homes listed in this neighbourhood right now. Note that the average is based on all property types, and this is a studio, which typically has a smaller floor area.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this is a two-storey apartment with two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. The living area is 33 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 34 m². The home is located on the first living floor and has a free view over the water. It was built in 2008 and has an energy label A.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €389,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 25% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 37%, from €283,000 in 2020 to €389,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What are the flood and foundation risks for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, and heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The nearest Albert Heijn supermarket is about 370 metres away, and Ekoplaza is about 470 metres. For schools, Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is about 260 metres, and Vinse School for secondary education is about 450 metres. There are also several other primary schools within a short walk.
What public transport options are available?
Bus stop Westerdoksdijk is about 110 metres away and serves line 48. Buiten Oranjestraat, about 320 metres, offers lines 18, 21, 22, and several night buses. Amsterdam Centraal train station is about 910 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. According to the agent, the home is fully insulated, including roof insulation, double glazing, HR glazing, draught sealing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. It also has a central heating boiler with heat recovery. This suggests relatively low energy costs, though actual costs depend on usage.
What is the leasehold situation?
The property is held under leasehold with an annual fee of €995.64. The leasehold can be bought off, according to the agent. This means the current owner pays an annual ground rent, and the buyer would need to take over this obligation or potentially buy it off. The homeowners' association contribution is €148.49 per month.
How many homes are for sale in this neighbourhood?
Currently, there are 30 homes for sale in Westerdokseiland. The average asking price is €901,100, and the median is €760,000. Prices range from €485,000 to €3,200,000. The average living area is 102 m², so this studio at 33 m² is smaller than the neighbourhood average.
