Johannes Vermeerstraat 28
Johannes Vermeerbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA grand townhouse on a quiet street
On a quiet street in the heart of the Museumkwartier, this imposing terraced house from 1914 stands as a striking example of Amsterdam's architectural heritage. The Johannes Vermeerbuurt is one of the city's most distinguished addresses, and this corner property with its classic facade makes an immediate impression. With an asking price of €4,500,000, the home sits on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, though it is a substantial property. For context, the average asking price for terraced houses in Amsterdam reflects the premium nature of this market.
A home of grand proportions
Step inside and you find a home of exceptional scale. The agent lists 11 rooms including 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms spread over 3 floors, with a volume of 1,930 m³. The living area is given as 450 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 510 m². The plot measures 328 m² according to both sources. Outside, there is a patio/atrium and side garden facing south. The property is described as being on a quiet road. Heating comes from a central heating boiler, and the insulation consists of single glazing with secondary windows. The home is municipal property subject to ground lease, with an annual fee of €1,565.54 and the option to buy it out.
Life in the Johannes Vermeerbuurt
This is a neighbourhood of quiet, tree-lined streets and grand architecture, where the city's cultural treasures are never far away. Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35 out of 10, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes a "very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation," while another notes it is "quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." The area counts around 1,510 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For a closer look at what makes this area special, the Johannes Vermeerbuurt neighbourhood page offers more detail.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is remarkably convenient. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Coop and Jumbo a couple of streets away. For secondary education, the Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is on your doorstep, while the Hildebrand Van Loonschool is a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsen Van Baerle is just around the corner, and the ServiceApotheek Oud-Zuid is a couple of streets away. Tram stop Concertgebouw, served by lines 5, 12, 24, N84 and N88, is just around the corner, and Amsterdam Zuid station is a ten-minute walk. All within the municipality of Amsterdam, one of the Netherlands' most connected cities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €4,686,000. The asking price sits 4% below this valuation. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 3%, from €4,534,000 to €4,686,000. As for the address itself, area-level data indicates a medium foundation risk, which is common for homes built before 1970. The noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise remain below their norms. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is rated medium, current flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently medium but expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Heeren Makelaars and 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.
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About Johannes Vermeerstraat 28, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €4,500,000 is 4% below the WOZ value of €4,686,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the official municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 3%, from €4,534,000 to €4,686,000, with some fluctuation in between.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, this terraced house has 11 rooms in total, including 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, spread over 3 floors. The volume is 1,930 m³. The living area is listed as 450 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 510 m². The plot measures 328 m². There is a patio/atrium and side garden facing south.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has energy label E. This is not the most efficient label, so expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity compared to homes with better labels. The agent notes the insulation consists of single glazing with secondary windows, and heating comes from a central heating boiler. These are separate facts about the property's current state.
What is the ground lease situation?
The property is municipal property subject to ground lease (erfpacht), with an annual fee of €1,565.54. There is an option to buy out the ground lease. This is a common arrangement for older properties in Amsterdam, where the municipality owns the land and the homeowner pays an annual fee for the right to use it.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Area-level data indicates road traffic noise at 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at this specific property.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this area is medium. This is based on the fact that the home was built before 1970, specifically in 1914, and the KCAF indicates that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home's foundation.
What climate risks apply to this address?
Area-level climate data indicates a medium risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain. Current flood risk is low, and this is expected to remain low by 2050. Heat stress is currently rated medium, but is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 279 metres. Coop is at 477 metres and Jumbo at 539 metres, both a couple of streets away. Dirk is at 577 metres and Ekoplaza at 581 metres. In total, there are 155 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, giving plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this home?
For secondary education, the Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is at 133 metres and the Sweelinck College at 153 metres, both on your doorstep. For primary education, the Hildebrand Van Loonschool is at 400 metres and Basisschool Het Museumkwartier at 427 metres, both a five-minute walk. There are 205 schools within 5 kilometres.
How is the public transport connection?
The tram stop Concertgebouw is at 291 metres, just around the corner, served by lines 5, 12, 24, N84 and N88. The bus stop Amsterdam, Concertgebouw is at 319 metres with lines 357, 397, N47, N57 and N97. Amsterdam Zuid train station is at 2,037 metres, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35 out of 10, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes "a very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation," while another notes it is "quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." These reviews cover the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood.
How does this home compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €4,500,000 is 74% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €2,587,000. The living area of 450 m² is 132% larger than the neighbourhood average of 194 m². The home has energy label E, while most of the current for-sale stock in the neighbourhood has a better energy label.
