Kastelenbuurt, Amstelveen
NeighbourhoodThis 2012-built terraced house on Westhove sits in the leafy Kastelenbuurt, a neighbourhood of wide streets and family homes. With 149 m² of living space, it is considerably larger than the average home in the area. The asking price of €850,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood median of €380,000, but reflects the size and energy efficiency of the property. For context, terraced houses in Amstelveen vary widely in price and size.
The Kastelenbuurt neighbourhood is a residential area built after 2010, so all homes are modern and energy-efficient. It is a family-oriented neighbourhood: most households have children, and the average household size is 2.8 people. The area is quiet and green, with a park or public garden just a ten-minute walk away. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a low crime rate and a strong sense of community.
For daily groceries, you have an Albert Heijn and a Vomar both just around the corner. A primary school, the Karel Eykmanschool, is a five-minute walk away, and the Katholieke basisschool De Triangel is also within easy walking distance. The nearest GP is about a 20-minute walk, and a restaurant is a ten-minute walk. The area is well served by public transport, though the nearest train station is 10 km away. For a wider range of amenities, the municipality of Amstelveen offers plenty of shopping and leisure options.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Van Bruggen Adviesgroep CO and Van Bruggen.
Details of this home
Westhove 87, Amstelveen
Data from Kastelenbuurt
Data from Kastelenbuurt
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About Westhove 87, Amstelveen
The asking price of €850,000 is well above the neighbourhood median of €380,000, but this is a much larger home (149 m² versus 55 m² average) with an A+++ energy label and a modern build year. Recently sold homes in the area averaged €940,000, so the price is in line with what similar properties have achieved.
The home has an A+++ energy label, the highest possible rating. This means it is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating costs. The entire neighbourhood consists of homes built after 2010, so modern insulation and sustainable systems are standard.
Kastelenbuurt is very family-friendly: most households have children, and the average household size is 2.8. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the area is quiet with plenty of green space. The crime rate is low, and the streets are safe for children to play.
The nearest supermarkets are an Albert Heijn and a Vomar, both about 676 metres away, a five-minute walk. An Aldi is about 1.6 km away, and there are several other supermarkets within a short drive.
The closest primary school is the Karel Eykmanschool at 335 metres, followed by the Katholieke basisschool De Triangel at 570 metres. Both are within easy walking distance. Secondary schools are further away, about 3.5 km, so a bike or car is needed for older children.
You would need to check the floor plan or contact the agent for details.
The nearest train station is 10.1 km away, so commuting by train requires a bus or bike ride first. However, the area is well served by bus routes, and Amstelveen has good tram connections to Amsterdam.
The listing does not mention parking, but as a modern terraced house in a residential area, it likely has a driveway or on-street parking. You would need to verify with the agent.
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