Kastelenbuurt, Amstelveen
NeighbourhoodThis 2012-built terraced house on Duivenvoorde sits in a leafy corner of Kastelenbuurt, with a bright A+++ energy label and a generous 150 m² of living space. The 133 m² plot gives you a private garden, and the asking price of €869,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €380,000, but that reflects the home's size and modern finish. For context, recently sold homes in the area averaged €940,000, so this is in line with what similar properties have achieved. Terraced houses in Amstelveen are scarce here, only one is currently for sale.
Kastelenbuurt is a quiet, well-kept neighbourhood in Amstelveen's Westwijk Zuid district. Most homes are owner-occupied (65%) and the area is dominated by single-family houses (70%). The population of around 3,085 is largely made up of families with children, nearly half of households have kids, and the average household size is 2.8 people. It's a safe area, with only 64 reported crimes in the latest figures. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data paints a picture of a stable, family-oriented community. The Kastelenbuurt neighbourhood is well-regarded for its green spaces and quiet streets.
For your morning bread and groceries, Albert Heijn and Vomar are both just around the corner (about 800 m away). Primary schools are within easy walking distance: the Karel Eykmanschool is a five-minute walk, and Katholieke basisschool De Triangel is a couple of streets further. A park or public garden is a ten-minute walk away, and there are several restaurants within a kilometre. The nearest train station is 10.1 km away, so you'll rely on a car or bus for longer journeys. The municipality of Amstelveen offers a good mix of urban amenities and green space.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Lunshof Makelaardij Amstelveen.
Details of this home
Duivenvoorde 29, Amstelveen
Data from Kastelenbuurt
Data from Kastelenbuurt
31 within 5 km
39 within 5 km
About Duivenvoorde 29, Amstelveen
The asking price of €869,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €380,000, but that average is based on a single listing of a much smaller home (55 m²). Recently sold homes in Kastelenbuurt averaged €940,000, so this price is in line with what similar modern terraced houses have achieved. The home's 150 m² floor area is 173% larger than the neighbourhood average, which explains the premium.
This home has an energy label of A+++, the highest possible rating. That means it is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. In Kastelenbuurt, 50% of homes have label A and 50% have label A+, so this property outperforms even the local standard.
The plot size is 133 m², which typically includes a private garden.
Several primary schools are within walking distance. The Karel Eykmanschool is 446 m away, Katholieke basisschool De Triangel is 704 m away, and Elif Amstelveen is 869 m away. For secondary education, the nearest school is 3.5 km away, so a bike or car is needed.
Albert Heijn and Vomar are both about 813 m away, a ten-minute walk. Aldi is 1.4 km away, and Hoogvliet is 1.9 km away. For daily shopping, the two closest supermarkets are very convenient.
Kastelenbuurt is a quiet, family-oriented neighbourhood with a low crime rate. The latest CBS data shows 64 total crimes reported, which is low for an area of this size. Most residents are families, and the streets are well-maintained.
The nearest train station is 10.1 km away, so commuting by train requires a bus or car to the station. For local travel, a bike is practical.
The home was built in 2012, so it is relatively new. In Kastelenbuurt, 100% of homes were built after 2010, so the entire neighbourhood is modern. This means good insulation and modern construction standards.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Kastelenbuurt
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