paroolSep 29, 2026, 10:39

TikTok queue at Fabel Friet affects house prices: average loss of 41,000 euros

A study by TU Delft researcher Rosa van der Drift indicates that homes within 500 meters of the popular Amsterdam snack bar Fabel Friet have lost an average of 41,000 euros in value since 2022. Local residents are now challenging the city in court, seeking stricter measures to mitigate the disruptions caused by the shop's viral popularity.

Research conducted by TU Delft doctoral candidate Rosa van der Drift suggests that the extreme popularity of the Fabel Friet snack bar in Amsterdam has negatively impacted local property values. By analyzing over 6,000 home sales between 2015 and 2023, the study found that homes within 500 meters of the shop experienced a 4.88 percent decline in value since the onset of the store's TikTok-driven fame in 2022. This represents an average loss of approximately 41,000 euros per property compared to similar homes further away. The decline is most pronounced for residences in closest proximity, with values dropping by 11.4 percent for homes within 70 meters.

Local residents have long cited issues such as crowded sidewalks, blocked bridges, and excess litter as significant problems caused by the snack bar's popularity. Frustrated by these conditions, neighbors are now taking legal action against the municipality, demanding stricter enforcement to curb the issues caused by the persistent queues. The research did not isolate a single cause for the devaluation, noting that the combination of crowds and sanitation issues may be influencing buyer sentiment in the area.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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