Science Park-Noord, Amsterdam
This bright apartment on Carolina MacGillavrylaan sits in Science Park-Noord, a lively part of Amsterdam. Built in 2007, it offers 92 m² of living space with an A energy label, so it is efficient to run. The rent of €2,450 is on the high side, sitting 39% above the neighbourhood average of €1,764, but the floor area is 30% larger than the typical 71 m². For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price.
Science Park-Noord is a young, energetic area, with 48% of residents aged 15 to 25 and 78% living alone. It is a place of students and young professionals, with few families with children. The neighbourhood has a very high address density, making it feel bustling and urban. The Science Park-Noord neighbourhood is known for its modern architecture and proximity to the university. There are no resident reviews available, so this picture comes from the statistics.
Daily life here is convenient. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a Lidl a couple of streets away. For schools, the Gerhardschool is on your doorstep, and the Vrije School Thula is a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, and a park is just around the corner. The municipality of Amsterdam offers extensive amenities across the city.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
About Carolina MacGillavrylaan 196, Amsterdam
The rent is 39% above the neighbourhood average of €1,764, but the apartment is also 30% larger than the average (92 m² vs 71 m²). With an A energy label and a 2007 build, it is a modern, efficient home. Whether it is fair depends on what you value, but it is clearly positioned at the higher end of the local market.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is well-insulated and has efficient heating, so you can expect relatively low energy costs. The label is an official registration, so you can rely on it.
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 279 metres, just around the corner. A Lidl is at 446 metres, and a SPAR at 529 metres, so daily shopping is very convenient. You have several options within a short walk.
There are several schools within a short walk. The Gerhardschool, a special education school, is at 209 metres. The Vrije School Thula, a primary school, is at 418 metres, and the Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara is at 423 metres. For secondary education, Yuverta vmbo is at 485 metres.
The train station is 600 metres away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to travel around the city and beyond. The exact station is not named in the listing, but the distance is confirmed.
Science Park-Noord is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. The population is young, with 48% aged 15 to 25, and 78% of households are single-person. It is a lively, student-oriented area with few families. There are no resident reviews available, but the statistics paint a clear picture.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €567,500 | €585,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,970 | – |
| Rent price | €1,764 p/m | €1,518 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Good accessibility and nice neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €892,235 | €885,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,451 | – |
| Rent price | €3,169 p/m | €2,928 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €30 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €827,920 | €697,318 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,908 | – |
| Rent price | €2,793 p/m | €2,628 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Carolina MacGillavrylaan 196, Amsterdam
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