Don Bosco, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Bessemerstraat sits in the Don Bosco neighbourhood of Amsterdam. At 86 m² and built in 1981, it has a solid footprint but comes with an energy label G, which means heating costs will be a factor. The asking price of €595,000 is 29% below the neighbourhood average of €837,000, making it a keen entry point compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
Don Bosco is a residential area with a mix of families and singles. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel, address density is high at 7,420 addresses per km², yet it remains relatively calm. Most homes are pre-war (83%), and the housing stock is predominantly flats. There are no resident reviews available for this area, so the character is best experienced in person. For more context, see the Don Bosco neighbourhood.
For groceries, Vomar is just around the corner, and Lidl is a couple of streets away. Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. Schools are close: SBO Het Spectrum (special primary) is 150 m away, and Pieter Nieuwland College (secondary) is 212 m. IKC Frankendael primary school is a five-minute walk. The area is well served by amenities, with a GP and restaurants within a few minutes' walk. For broader context, the municipality of Amsterdam offers a wide range of services.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including De Heren van Snoek Makelaardij B.V. and Funda.
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Bessemerstraat 80, Amsterdam
Data from Don Bosco
Data from Don Bosco
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About Bessemerstraat 80, Amsterdam
The asking price of €595,000 is 29% below the average asking price in Don Bosco (€837,000) and also below the median of €625,000. Given the energy label G and the need for potential upgrades, the price is keen relative to other homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood.
Energy label G is the lowest rating, indicating poor energy efficiency. You can expect higher heating costs compared to better-rated homes. In Don Bosco, all current for-sale homes have label B or better, so this apartment stands out as needing energy improvements.
The nearest train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
Don Bosco has a mix of households: about 310 households with children and 505 single-person households. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the area has parks and playgrounds nearby. It is a quiet residential area within the city.
Currently, there are 5 apartments for sale in Don Bosco, with prices ranging from €475,000 to €1,350,000. The average price per m² is €11,511, and the average floor area is 72 m².
Vomar is just 101 m away, Lidl at 129 m, and Albert Heijn at 431 m. Dirk is also within a five-minute walk at 505 m. You have several options for daily groceries.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance: SBO Het Spectrum (special primary) at 150 m, Pieter Nieuwland College (secondary) at 212 m, and IKC Frankendael (primary) at 349 m.
The neighbourhood recorded 126 total crimes in the latest data. For context, this is a relatively low number for a dense urban area, but it is always wise to check local crime maps for specific streets.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Don Bosco