Andreas Schelfhoutstraat 15-2
Surinamepleinbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA classic Amsterdam apartment on the Andreas Schelfhoutstraat
This apartment on the Andreas Schelfhoutstraat sits in the Surinamepleinbuurt, a part of Amsterdam with a calm, residential feel. The home dates from 1915 and carries an energy label A, which is a very efficient rating. At €4,500 per month, the rent sits 23% above the neighbourhood average of €3,660, so it is on the high side for the area. For context, that average is drawn from a small sample of five listings, and the price reflects the current market for [apartments in Amsterdam].
The Surinamepleinbuurt
The Surinamepleinbuurt is a compact neighbourhood with around 1,400 residents, and the figures show a mix of households. More than half of homes are single-person households, while a fifth are families with children, giving the streets a varied, grown-up character. The area is primarily rental, with 44% of the housing stock owner-occupied. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here comes from the statistics rather than word of mouth. It is a quiet, established pocket of the city, and [the Surinamepleinbuurt neighbourhood] has its own distinct identity within west Amsterdam.
Life on the street
The daily routine here is well served. For groceries, Jumbo and Lidl are both just around the corner, with Dirk a couple of streets away and two Albert Heijn branches within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Cultuurprofielschool De Notenkraker and Oecumenische basisschool Nautilus are both a five-minute walk, with OBS Corantijn and Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt close behind. A child daycare is on your doorstep, and the nearest train station is 1.4 km away. The area is part of [the municipality of Amsterdam], with all the city's amenities within easy reach.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through two channels, including Homecrew makelaars. The listing is currently available via multiple sources.
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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 Andreas Schelfhoutstraat 15-2, Amsterdam
Is €4,500 per month a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €4,500 is 23% above the neighbourhood average of €3,660, though that average is based on just five available listings. The median rent in the area is €4,400, so this home sits at the top end of the current range, which runs from €2,500 to €4,500. Given the 59 m² floor area, the price per square metre is also above the neighbourhood norm.
How does the floor area compare to other rentals in the neighbourhood?
At 59 m², this apartment is 48% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 113 m² for rental homes. That makes it a compact option, and the price per square metre reflects that smaller size. The average floor area is drawn from a limited number of listings, so it gives an indication rather than a precise benchmark.
What does the energy label A mean for this home?
Energy label A is the most efficient label on the scale, which means the home is registered as having low expected energy costs. The label is an official registration in the national energy register. It does not describe the condition of the building itself, but it does indicate that heating costs should be modest.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.4 km from the apartment. That is roughly a 15 to 20 minute walk, or a short cycle ride. The exact station is not named in the listing, but the distance gives a sense of the connection to the wider city.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of household composition?
The Surinamepleinbuurt has around 1,400 residents, with 52% of households being single-person and 21% being families with children. The age spread is fairly even, with the largest group aged 25 to 45 at 39%. It is a mixed, established neighbourhood rather than a predominantly family-oriented or student area.
How many rental listings are currently available in the area?
There are currently five rental listings available in the Surinamepleinbuurt, with prices ranging from €2,500 to €4,500. The average asking rent is €3,660 and the median is €4,400. In the recent period, 23 rental homes were let, with an average time on the market of 52 days.
