Ground-floor apartment of nearly 50 m², located in Watergraafsmeer. The apartment features a living room, kitchen, bedroom at the quiet rear, a central bathroom, and a southeast-facing garden.
Guided tour
You enter the house through a private entrance and Immediately step Immediately a bright hallway. The meter cupboard is on the left, and the bathroom is straight ahead. You immediately sense that the layout is just right. A corridor leads to the living room, which has two windows facing the street. Light floods in immediately. It is quiet. The space offers room for a sitting area and a dining table. At the rear, the room adjoins the bedroom. A deep space, quietly located on the garden side. The south-facing window provides a friendly light. It is a room that is easy to furnish, neutral and bright.
The kitchen is next to the bedroom, also on the garden side. Functional, simple, and equipped with a door to the outside. That connection makes all the difference: it makes the garden feel like a real part of the house. You can walk outside in no time. The garden itself is well-organized, south-facing, and offers enough space to create your own atmosphere.
The bathroom is accessible from the hallway. The layout is traditional: bathtub with shower, sink, toilet. Like the rest of the house, this space offers structure and potential.
Overall, this is a home that invites reinterpretation. The foundation is solid, the style understated, the location quiet, and the sun exposure ideal. A place to transform, step by step, according to your own vision.
What the residents will miss
“We have our regular coffee routine at the Coffee Company, where neighbors meet and always say hello and catch up. For drinks, we often stay close to home at Mojo, and we like to eat out at La Vallade or the Cottage. If we have something to celebrate, we go to the Kas. We exercise nearby at PLTS or TRIB3 or go running along the Ringdijk, the Amstel, and the Oosterpark."
Neighborhood Guide
Wakkerstraat 29-H is located in the Watergraafsmeer neighborhood, within walking distance of Linnaeusstraat and Oosterpark. The neighborhood is well connected to the rest of the city: trams and buses depart just around the corner, and Muiderpoort station is a five-minute bike ride away. The home is also easily accessible by car; via Middenweg, you can quickly get onto the A10 ring road. Street parking is available through the permit system.
Cyclists will naturally find their rhythm here. Within ten minutes, you can reach De Pijp, the Dappermarkt, or the city center. And those who prefer walking will enjoy Park Frankendael and the many cafés in the neighborhood.
Details
• Living area approx. 49 m²
• Southeast-facing garden of approximately 30 m²
• Located on leasehold land owned by Local authority . Current lease term: May 16, 2005, through November 15, 2050, AB 2000; annual ground rent is €441.30
• Application to buy out the perpetual leasehold with AB 2016 was submitted on time
• Energy label D
• Homeowners’ association service fees €131 per month
Zuidlicht aan de Wakkerstraat
‘Zuidlicht aan de Wakkerstraat’ — that’s what you could call this house. Not because of what it already is, but because of what it could easily become. Located on a quiet street in Watergraafsmeer, with a south-facing garden and a clear, practical layout. Wakkerstraat 29-H is a ground floor apartment from the 1920s, built in the spirit of the Amsterdam School. A solid foundation, literally and figuratively, with reinforced concrete according to the original building plans. The condition is sober; this is a home that invites you to think, choose, and create for yourself.
What stands out is the logic of the floor plan. The living room is at the front, the bedroom on the quiet garden side. The kitchen provides access to the outside. Not large, not luxurious — but perfectly positioned. Daylight comes in from two sides. The lines are clear. The rhythm is right. For those looking for peace, structure, and space to innovate, this is a home you shouldn't pass up. Zuidlicht on Wakkerstraat. Simplicity as potential.
Glenn van der Zanden | Real estate agent Broersma Wonen
Otte van Apeldoorn | Real estate agent Broersma Wonen
Wakkerstraat 29-H is located on a quiet street in Watergraafsmeer, in a building dating from 1925 with the recognizable characteristics of the Amsterdam School. Think expressive brickwork, a recessed porch, and symmetrical windows—understated, but with character. The façade is sleek and rhythmic, with a charming balance between functionality and detail. Inside, the house offers a logical, clear layout with sightlines from the front to the rear façade. On the garden side, the house faces south; on the street side, light flows into the living room.
The interior of the house is in need of renovation, offering plenty of possibilities. The foundation is solid — reinforced concrete — and the volume lends itself perfectly to a new design. A classic apartment with modern finishes, or an open-plan layout: both are conceivable.
The living room is located at the front of the house and is light and rectangular in shape. Two windows in the facade provide pleasant daylight without making the room too bright. The interior is modest and bright; soft flooring, white walls, and simple lines create a calm foundation. The room offers enough depth for a dining table and a sitting area, with a natural flow from the hall.
The kitchen is more secluded, on the garden side. It is a functional space, finished in neutral materials. The countertop extends along one wall, with white wall tiles and upper cabinets above. The door to the outside provides extra light and a direct connection to the garden — practical and pleasant to use.
The current layout is logical, but invites reconsideration. An open kitchen facing the living room, or a compact upgrade within the existing contours — both are conceivable. What remains is the clear structure and the contact with the outside light.
The bedroom is located at the quiet rear of the house. The room is deep and very usable, with a large south-facing window that provides light and air. Its location on the garden side makes it quiet—ideal for those seeking peace and quiet in the city. The simple finish and straight walls provide a neutral basis for further decoration.
The bathroom is centrally located in the house and is functional but outdated. The space has a bathtub with shower, a sink, and a wall-mounted toilet, finished with light-colored wall tiles. The technical facilities are in place; the aesthetic level needs an update. A new layout or fresh finish will bring this space back in line with the rest of the house.
The garden faces south and is Immediately the kitchen. This makes it not only a place to sit outside, but also a practical extension of everyday life indoors. With French doors, you can step outside in no time—handy for a coffee in the sun or a quick lunch at the table.
The space is simply laid out but offers good dimensions for a compact city garden. There is room for a terrace, plants, and storage space without feeling cramped. The fence at the rear provides sufficient privacy, while the south-facing orientation guarantees pleasant light — even on less sunny days.
If you have green fingers or need some peace and quiet outdoors, this is a good starting point. Nothing more than that — but sometimes that's exactly enough.
At the beginning of the 20th century, Watergraafsmeer was mainly agricultural land, used for horticulture and livestock farming. The original polder landscape was created in 1629 after the Diemermeer lake was drained. In the 17th and 18th centuries, many wealthy Amsterdammers built country estates in Watergraafsmeer, of which only Frankendael remains. The residences Watergraafsmeer are characterized by charming facades and leafy streets. The neighborhood is very popular with families because of its spacious residences, many playgrounds for children, and quiet streets. This is reflected in the number of playgrounds and schools in the neighborhood. There are several elementary schools, high schools, and universities in the neighborhood.
The neighborhood also offers a variety of caterers, specialty shops, and delicious restaurants. In addition, there are many sports facilities, including HC Athena, Jaap Eden Ice Rink, various soccer clubs, and an athletics association.
accessibility
Wakkerstraat 29-H is located in Watergraafsmeer, within walking distance of Linnaeusstraat and Oosterpark. The neighborhood is well connected to the rest of the city: tram and Rooms the corner, and Muiderpoort station is a five-minute bike ride away. The property is also easily accessible by car—you can drive straight onto the A10 ring road via Middenweg. Parking is available on the street, via a permit system.
Cyclists will find their rhythm here naturally. Within ten minutes, you can reach De Pijp, the Dappermarkt, or the city center. And those who prefer to walk will enjoy Park Frankendael and the many cafes in the neighborhood.
Parking facilities
Parking is possible via a permit system on public roads (permit area Oost-5a). With a parking permit for Oost-5a, you may park in Oost-5.
A parking permit for residents costs €192.81 per 6 months. There is currently no waiting list for this permit area. A second parking permit costs €482.03 per 6 months. (Source: Local authority , September 2025).
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The name says it all: this market is all about pure, artisanal food. Every Sunday during the last month of the year in Frankendael Park, Amstelpark, or Beatrixpark. You can enjoy delicious freshly prepared meals or buy products to cook at home. The perfect way to spend your Sunday!
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The Cottage Shop & Deli
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The Kaaf
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La Vallade
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Roof
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Restaurant de Kas (*)
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Elsa's cafe
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The Cottage
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Blend Coffee & Wine
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Bar restaurant 1900
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Olido
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Merkelbach Restaurant
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Susy's Café
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Baking lab
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Mas Bakery
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Massalia Restobar
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Neighborhood bar De Tros
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Framer Framed
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