Carolina MacGillavrylaan 238
Science Park-Noord, Amsterdam
AreaA modern apartment in Science Park-Noord
This apartment on Carolina MacGillavrylaan sits in Science Park-Noord, a young, purpose-built corner of Amsterdam where the streets feel calm and the architecture is contemporary. Built in 2009, the 91 m² home comes with energy label B, which means reasonably efficient running costs. At €1,679 per month, the rent sits about 19% below the neighbourhood average of €2,062, so it is keenly priced for the size. For context, apartments in Amsterdam typically command a premium, which makes this one stand out.
The Science Park-Noord neighbourhood
The Science Park-Noord neighbourhood is dominated by students and young professionals, with nearly half of residents aged between 15 and 25 and a large share of single-person households. It is a quiet, leafy pocket built around the university campus, with wide pavements and plenty of green between the blocks. The housing stock is almost entirely rental, and the area has a transient, energetic feel. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here comes from the statistics. The mix of ages and household types gives the streets a lively but orderly character.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a SPAR and a Lidl a couple of streets away, so grocery shopping is never a trek. For families, the Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara is a five-minute walk, and the Vrije School Thula is close behind, while secondary options like Yuverta vmbo en pro Amsterdam-Oost are also within walking distance. The train station is a five-minute walk, which makes commuting straightforward. All of this sits within the municipality of Amsterdam, where the wider city's amenities are never far.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Openbare Makelaardij, Funda and Pararius.
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About Carolina MacGillavrylaan 238, Amsterdam
Is €1,679 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,679 is about 19% below the neighbourhood average of €2,062, and the median rent in Science Park-Noord is €1,785. Given the 91 m² floor area and the 2009 build year, this sits on the keen side of the local market. The cheapest rental in the area is €1,465 and the most expensive is €2,995, so this home is positioned in the lower half of that range.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an official registration recorded in the national EP-Online database. Label B indicates a reasonably efficient home, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label does not say anything specific about the condition of the building or its installations, only the official efficiency rating.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 0.6 km away, which is roughly a five-minute walk. That makes it straightforward to reach other parts of Amsterdam and beyond without needing a car. The station is within easy reach on foot, so commuting by rail is a practical option from this address.
What supermarkets are close by?
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. The nearest Albert Heijn is 347 metres away, a SPAR is 464 metres, and a Lidl is 482 metres. A second Albert Heijn is 612 metres and another is 847 metres. With 115 supermarkets within five kilometres, you have plenty of choice for daily shopping.
What schools are in the area?
Several schools are within walking distance. The Gerhardschool, a special education school, is 211 metres away, and the Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara is 440 metres. For secondary education, Yuverta vmbo en pro Amsterdam-Oost is 460 metres, and the Vrije School Thula is 473 metres. The Van Koetsveldschool is also close at 474 metres.
What kind of neighbourhood is Science Park-Noord?
Science Park-Noord is a young neighbourhood, with 49% of residents aged between 15 and 25 and 33% between 25 and 45. About 78% of households are single-person, and only 6% have children. The housing stock is almost entirely rental, and the area has a student-oriented, energetic character. It is a quiet, modern part of Amsterdam with a strong academic presence.
