Columbusplein en omgeving, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Cabotstraat sits in a lively part of Amsterdam, with a 1929 façade and a floor plan that feels generous. At 116 m² it is 87% larger than the neighbourhood average of 62 m², and the asking price of €665,000 is 20% above the local average of €554,590, so it is on the high side, but you are paying for unusual space. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, and this one stands out for its size.
The Columbusplein e.o. neighbourhood is densely urban, with an address density of nearly 11,000 per km². Most homes are pre-war, and the area is popular with singles and couples, average household size is 1.7. There are no reviews from residents in the data, but the mix of young adults (43% aged 25-45) and a fair number of families with children (12% of households) gives it a lively, mixed feel. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of rental homes (84%), so owner-occupied properties like this one are relatively rare.
Daily shopping is easy: Dirk is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. For school runs, Joop en Willy Westerweel primary school is on your doorstep, and Islamitische basisschool Al Maes is a couple of streets away. A park or public garden is a five-minute walk, and the nearest GP is also just around the corner. The area is well served by restaurants and a library within walking distance. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the cultural and transport links you would expect from the capital.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including www.vva.amsterdam, 27 Huis Makelaars BV, and others. The asking price reflects the premium for a larger-than-average apartment in a sought-after pre-war neighbourhood.
Details of this home
Cabotstraat 23H, Amsterdam
Data from Columbusplein en omgeving
Data from Columbusplein en omgeving
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About Cabotstraat 23H, Amsterdam
The asking price is 20% above the neighbourhood average of €554,590, but the apartment is also 87% larger than the average 62 m². Per square metre, the price is about €5,732, which is below the neighbourhood average of €9,135 per m². So while the total price is high, you are getting significantly more space for your money.
The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. It means the home has some insulation but is not as efficient as modern builds. Heating costs will be moderate, but you can expect higher bills than a label A home. In the neighbourhood, 21.4% of homes have label A, while 35.7% are D or lower.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short cycle.
The neighbourhood has a mix of singles and families. About 12% of households have children, and there are several primary schools within walking distance, including Joop en Willy Westerweel at 106 m and Islamitische basisschool Al Maes at 364 m. The area is densely built but has a park within 500 m.
Currently, 17 apartments are for sale in the Columbusplein e.o. neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €390,000 to €1,033,000. The median asking price is €525,000. In the past period, 53 homes were sold, with an average selling time of 36 days.
The listing does not specify the number of rooms or the layout. With 116 m², it is a spacious apartment, but you would need to view it to see the exact division of space. The year of construction (1929) suggests high ceilings and classic proportions.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace.
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