Balboaplein en omgeving, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Balboaplein in Amsterdam feels light and airy, with a generous 107 m² of living space spread over one floor. Built in 2004, it has energy label B, so heating costs are manageable. At €740,000, it's the priciest of the 13 apartments currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and 57% above the average asking price of €471,077, but then it's also 91% larger than the typical 56 m² home here. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, and this one is clearly at the top end.
Balboaplein e.o. is a lively, diverse area with a mix of students, working people and social housing tenants. One resident describes it as a 'reasonably cosy neighbourhood' with plenty of shops and a quiet traffic feel, though they miss greenery. Another calls it 'lively' and appreciates that everything is within walking distance, supermarkets, restaurants, cafés. They note the frequent police presence but see it as maintaining order rather than a sign of unsafety. Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.38 out of 10. Most homes here were built before 1945, and a third have energy label B. For more on the area, see the Balboaplein e.o. neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Dirk a couple of streets away and Aldi a five-minute walk. Primary schools are close: Joop en Willy Westerweel is on your doorstep, and Islamitische basisschool Al Maes is a short walk. The neighbourhood is well connected by bike and tram, and the city centre is a short ride away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Openbare Makelaardij and Funda. The agent has published full details, so you can get a clear picture of the property.
Details of this home
Balboaplein 18, Amsterdam
Good · 2 residents
There are many shops in the neighbourhood, where you can get almost everything. It is reasonably clean and tidy, and traffic is fairly quiet. There isn't much greenery in the area, which I personally find a shame. There is little to no noise pollution, and I always feel safe, even in the evenings. The neighbourhood is easily accessible, though now with the Oranje Loper project it's a bit less so due to the cancellation of tram 13.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood in Amsterdam is a diverse area with a mix of residents, ranging from students and working people to those renting through social housing. This creates a pleasant atmosphere and an interesting dynamic in the neighbourhood. One of the biggest advantages of this neighbourhood is that everything is within reach. There are many shops, supermarkets and other amenities in the immediate vicinity. Whether you're looking for groceries, clothing stores, restaurants or cosy cafés, everything is within walking distance. Because it is a lively neighbourhood, police are often present. Although some people may be concerned about this, it may also be related to the bustle of the area. The presence of police does not necessarily indicate an unsafe neighbourhood, but is rather a measure to maintain order. Another major advantage of this neighbourhood is accessibility. With public transport you can be in the centre of Amsterdam within a short time. There are various tram and bus lines that take you anywhere quickly. In addition, the neighbourhood is also easily accessible by bike. The speed limit will soon be adjusted to 30 km/h, making cycling safer as well. Although the neighbourhood has a lot to offer, it may be less suitable for families with young children due to the hustle and bustle. The streets can be quite crowded with traffic and pedestrians, meaning children may not be able to go outside alone safely. There are playgrounds and parks in the area where children can play and have fun.
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About Balboaplein 18, Amsterdam
At €740,000, this is the most expensive of the 13 apartments currently for sale in Balboaplein e.o. and 57% above the neighbourhood average of €471,077. However, it's also 91% larger than the typical 56 m² home here, so the price per square metre (around €6,916) is actually below the neighbourhood average of €8,528. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the extra space and modern build.
Balboaplein e.o. is a lively, diverse area with a mix of students, working people and social housing tenants. Residents appreciate the many shops and amenities within walking distance, good public transport links, and a safe feel even in the evenings. Some note a lack of greenery and occasional police presence, but overall it scores a 7.38 out of 10 from two reviews.
The nearest train station is 2.7 km away, which is about a ten-minute cycle or a short bus ride. The neighbourhood is well served by trams and buses, making the city centre easily accessible.
Albert Heijn is just around the corner (264 m), Dirk is a couple of streets away (285 m), and Aldi is a five-minute walk (458 m). For daily shopping, you have several options within easy walking distance.
Primary schools are close by: Joop en Willy Westerweel is on your doorstep (18 m), Islamitische basisschool Al Maes is a short walk (264 m), and 10e Montessorischool De Meidoorn is a couple of streets away (326 m). Secondary schools are about 1.5 km away.
The apartment has energy label B, which is good, it means the home is reasonably efficient and heating costs should be moderate. In the neighbourhood, about a third of homes have label B, and a quarter have label A or better.
With 107 m² of space, the apartment is generous for a couple or small family. However, the neighbourhood is lively and may be less suitable for families with young children due to traffic and crowds, as one resident notes. There are playgrounds and parks nearby.
Residents report feeling safe, even in the evenings. One review mentions a frequent police presence, which they see as maintaining order rather than a sign of danger. The total number of crimes in the neighbourhood is 241, but without context it's hard to compare.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Balboaplein en omgeving
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