Kastelenbuurt, Amstelveen
NeighbourhoodThis well-maintained 2013 terraced house on Heemstede sits in a quiet, family-friendly part of Amstelveen. With 112 m² of living space, more than double the neighbourhood average, and an A++ energy label, it is both spacious and efficient. The asking price of €700,000 is on the high side compared to the local average of €380,000, but the home is significantly larger and newer than most in the area. For context, see other terraced houses in Amstelveen.
Kastelenbuurt is a residential area with a strong family feel: two-thirds of households have children, and the average household size is 2.8 people. The streets are lined with modern homes, and the area scores low on crime (64 incidents in total). One resident describes it as "a quiet, safe neighbourhood with lots of green spaces and playgrounds, perfect for kids." Another says: "It's well-connected yet peaceful, and neighbours are friendly." The neighbourhood is moderately urban, with an address density of 1508 per km². Learn more about the neighbourhood Kastelenbuurt.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn and Vomar are both just a couple of streets away. The Karel Eykmanschool (primary) is a five-minute walk, and the Catholic De Triangel school is also within easy reach. A park or public garden is a ten-minute walk away, and a restaurant is about the same distance. The municipality Amstelveen offers plenty of amenities, including a library and a GP practice within a couple of kilometres.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Gerrit Jan Heemskerk makelaardij o.g. and Funda. It is available via four sources in total.
Details of this home
Heemstede 310, Amstelveen
Data from Kastelenbuurt
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About Heemstede 310, Amstelveen
The asking price of €700,000 is well above the neighbourhood average of €380,000, but this home is also much larger (112 m² vs 55 m² average) and newer (built in 2013 vs mostly post-2010). The price per m² works out to about €6,250, which is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €6,909 per m². So while the total price is high, you get more space for your money.
The home has an energy label A++, which is the highest possible rating. This means it is extremely energy-efficient, with excellent insulation and likely a heat pump or solar panels. Your heating and electricity bills will be very low compared to older homes. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have label A and 50% have label A+, so this home is among the most efficient.
The nearest train station is 10.1 km away, so this is not a location for daily train commuting. However, the area is well-served by bus routes and the tram network in Amstelveen, and the A9 motorway is easily accessible by car.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. The Karel Eykmanschool is about 350 m away, and the Catholic De Triangel school is about 530 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 3.5 km away, so a bike or bus ride is needed.
Kastelenbuurt is considered a safe neighbourhood. In the most recent data, there were 64 total crimes reported, which is low for an area of this size. Residents describe it as quiet and family-friendly, with a strong sense of community.
The plot size is 112 m², which is the same as the floor area. The home was built in 2013, so the garden is likely low-maintenance and designed for easy living.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Kastelenbuurt