Begoniastraat 6A
Van der Pekbuurt · 1031 GM Amsterdam
A village feel in the city
This 1919 apartment on Begoniastraat 6A sits in the Van der Pekbuurt, a pocket of Amsterdam-Noord that feels like a little village among the apartment blocks. With 67 m² and an A energy label, it's a spacious and efficient home. At €525,000, the price was 27% above the neighbourhood average of €413,429, but the floor area was 52% larger than the typical 44 m², so it was on the high side for the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price and size. This home has not been online since 18 July 2026.
Van der Pekbuurt: a neighbourhood in transition
One resident describes the Van der Pekbuurt as "a mix of poor and rich, the neighbourhood is still being renovated and the area is fully under development, but already beautiful, a little village among the apartment blocks." They add that it's "easily accessible by both car and public transport" and call it "a top location," though they note hygiene issues: "a lot of rubbish on the street and near the bins, I regularly see rats running around." This single review gives the neighbourhood a 7.14 out of 10. The area is densely populated (3,556 addresses per km²) and mostly consists of flats, with only 14% single-family homes. Learn more about the neighbourhood Van der Pekbuurt.
Daily life on Begoniastraat
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn and Vomar are both just around the corner, with Dirk and Jumbo a couple of streets away. Schools are close too: the Hyperion Lyceum (secondary) is a five-minute walk, and IKC Overhoeks (primary) is just around the corner. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel, with a restaurant and a park or garden both on your doorstep. The municipality Amsterdam offers a wide range of amenities.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Van de Steege Makelaarsgroep Amsterdam-Noord and was also available through Funda.
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About Begoniastraat 6A, Amsterdam
Was €525,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price was 27% above the neighbourhood average of €413,429, but the apartment was also 52% larger than the typical home in the area (67 m² vs 44 m²). The price per square metre worked out at about €7,836, which was below the neighbourhood average of €8,803 per m². So while the total price was high, you get more space for your money compared to other homes in the Van der Pekbuurt.
What is the Van der Pekbuurt like to live in?
Based on one resident review, the neighbourhood is a mix of incomes and is still being renovated, but already feels like a 'little village among the apartment blocks.' It's easily accessible by car and public transport, though there are some hygiene issues with rubbish and rats. The area is very urban with a high density of addresses, and most homes are flats.
How energy efficient is this apartment?
The apartment has an energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, 27.3% of homes have label A and 9.1% have label A+. So this home was among the more efficient ones in the area, meaning lower energy costs to expect.
What public transport is nearby?
The nearest train station is 4.8 km away, so it's not within walking distance.
Are there schools and shops within walking distance?
Yes, daily shopping is easy: Albert Heijn and Vomar are both about 460-470 m away (a five-minute walk), and Dirk and Jumbo are within 600-825 m. For schools, the Hyperion Lyceum (secondary) is 365 m away, and IKC Overhoeks (primary) is 417 m away, both just a few minutes' walk.
How many homes like this were for sale in the neighbourhood?
At the time, there were 7 homes for sale in the Van der Pekbuurt, with prices ranging from €269,000 to €595,000. The average asking price was €413,429, and the average floor area was 44 m². This apartment is larger and more expensive than most.
