Van Tuyllbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Achillesstraat sits in the Van Tuyllbuurt, a calm, leafy corner of Amsterdam that feels a world away from the city bustle. At €500,000, the asking price is 32% below the neighbourhood average of €733,774, a keen price for a home in this sought-after area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its value.
The Van Tuyllbuurt is a small, tight-knit neighbourhood where streets are tidy and life moves at a gentler pace. One resident sums it up: "Lovely, nice and cosy neighbourhood in Amsterdam. Always tidy and a bit of peace in the city. Very child-friendly!" Based on that single review, it's a place where families feel at home. The area is densely built with pre-war architecture, and most homes are apartments. Incomes here are above average, and the streets are lined with mature trees. Discover more about the neighbourhood Van Tuyllbuurt.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away for organic bits. The Spinoza Lyceum is a five-minute walk, and the Olympiaschool is even closer, both within easy reach for school runs. The Vondelpark is a ten-minute stroll, perfect for weekend relaxation. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and culinary delights you'd expect, with restaurants and cafés just a stone's throw from your front door.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via La Maison Makelaars & Taxateurs B.V. and also appears on Funda, so you have a couple of channels to explore.
Details of this home
Achillesstraat 109-2, Amsterdam
Excellent · 1 resident
Lovely, nice and cosy neighbourhood in Amsterdam. Always tidy and a bit of peace in the city. Very child-friendly!
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About Achillesstraat 109-2, Amsterdam
The asking price of €500,000 is 32% below the average asking price in the Van Tuyllbuurt (€733,774) and also below the median of €695,000. However, the apartment is smaller than average at 53 m². Given the lower price per square metre compared to the neighbourhood average, it represents good value for a classic Amsterdam apartment in a desirable location.
Residents describe it as a lovely, cosy neighbourhood that is always tidy and offers a bit of peace within the city. It is very child-friendly, with tree-lined streets and a strong sense of community. The area is predominantly residential with pre-war apartments, and it feels safe and well-maintained.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a 15-20 minute walk or a short cycle ride. This gives you direct connections to Amsterdam Centraal and other major hubs.
Albert Heijn is just 220 metres away, perfect for daily groceries. Ekoplaza is 508 metres away for organic products, and there are two AH to go locations within a kilometre for quick bites.
The Spinoza Lyceum (secondary school) is 143 metres away, and the Olympiaschool (primary) is 178 metres away. Both are within a short walk, making school runs very convenient.
The apartment has energy label D. This is a common rating for pre-war buildings and means heating costs will be moderate but higher than in a modern, well-insulated home. You may want to consider energy-saving improvements over time.
Currently, there are 31 apartments for sale in the Van Tuyllbuurt. The average time on the market for sold homes is 26 days, indicating a fairly active market.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Van Tuyllbuurt