Trompbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 160 m² apartment on Bestevâerstraat is a rare find in Amsterdam. Built in 1923, it combines classic proportions with a modern energy label C. At €1,450,000, it is the most expensive of the 19 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood and sits 95% above the average asking price of €741,842, a reflection of its exceptional size and quality. For context, see other apartments in Amsterdam.
The Trompbuurt is a lively, central part of Amsterdam-West. Based on two reviews, residents describe it as pleasant and friendly, though one notes a lack of neighbourhood feeling due to many students and expats: "It's nice there and friendly people. But a sense of togetherness is lacking." Another calls it a "cosy neighbourhood" with an ice cream shop and a playground, but wishes for more facilities for older children. The area is densely populated (11,559 addresses per km²) and home to many young adults, 48% of residents are between 25 and 45. For more, see the neighbourhood Trompbuurt.
Your morning bread run is just around the corner: an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and an Aldi is equally close. For primary schools, the Admiraal De Ruyterschool is on your doorstep, and De Visserschool is just a few minutes' walk. Older children can reach Marcanti College for secondary education within a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood also has a park or public garden within a five-minute stroll. For a wider view of the area, check the municipality Amsterdam.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Broersma Wonen and Funda.
Details of this home
Bestevâerstraat 24H, Amsterdam
Good · 2 residents
It's nice there and friendly people. But a sense of togetherness is lacking and I don't have much contact with my neighbours either, which I regret. My primary school days in this neighbourhood were really perfect and the restaurants and shops are also very good. But there are many students and expats, which makes me feel a certain divide and not much community. I myself would like to move out, but that's certainly not possible in my neighbourhood because they are far too expensive.
Auto-translated to English by AINice and cosy, there is an ice cream shop and a playground called de ruige speeltijn but now it's for babies because everything is getting super small, which is a shame, but the rest is great. We get along well and some of my friends live very close by, which is also nice. But I do think there should be more playgrounds for older children, because babies are fine at home too, but older kids just end up on their phones or laptops, so more playgrounds for older children, that's the only thing.
Auto-translated to English by AIData from Trompbuurt
Data from Trompbuurt
150 within 5 km
191 within 5 km
About Bestevâerstraat 24H, Amsterdam
The asking price is 95% above the neighbourhood average of €741,842 and is the highest of the 19 homes currently for sale in the Trompbuurt. However, this apartment is also 98% larger than the average (160 m² vs 81 m²), so the price per square metre is roughly in line with the market. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the extra space and the classic 1923 character.
The home has energy label C. This is a solid, average rating for a pre-war building, it means the home is reasonably efficient but not as economical as a modern A-label home. You can expect moderate energy costs, but nothing extreme. In the Trompbuurt, 50% of homes have label C, so this is typical for the area.
The Trompbuurt has a mix of residents, with many young adults and a smaller share of families (about 22% of households have children). There are several primary schools within walking distance, including the Admiraal De Ruyterschool just 36 metres away. One resident noted a lack of playgrounds for older children, but there is a playground for younger kids nearby.
The nearest train station is 3.5 km away, so daily commuting by train is not the most convenient. However, the neighbourhood is very well served by trams and buses, the high address density (11,559 per km²) means many stops are within a few minutes' walk. For central Amsterdam, a bike is often the quickest option.
The listing does not specify the number of rooms. With 160 m² of floor area, it is a spacious apartment that likely has multiple bedrooms, but the exact layout is not stated. You would need to check the floor plan or contact the agent for details.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not given, so it is unclear whether there is any private outdoor space. The nearest park or public garden is 400 metres away, so green space is accessible on foot.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Trompbuurt