Startbaanbuurt, Amstelveen
NeighbourhoodThis 2022-built apartment on Christiaan Huygenshof sits in a quiet part of Amstelveen, with a fresh, energy-efficient feel thanks to its A+++ label. At 67 m², it's a compact but well-thought-out home. The rent of €1,457 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €2,165, a full 33% lower, and also undercuts the median of €1,799. For context, the average price per m² in the area is €27.20, so this home offers good value. You can see how it compares to other apartments in Amstelveen.
The neighbourhood Startbaanbuurt is a mixed neighbourhood with around 1,060 residents. It's fairly urban (density 2,335 addresses per km²) but has a park or public garden just a couple of streets away. The population is diverse: a third are 65 or older, while a third are between 25 and 45. About a third of homes are owner-occupied, and only 14% are single-family houses. One resident describes it as "Mediocre neighbourhood, mediocre district, mediocre facilities", though the overall review score is 4.88 out of 5, so opinions vary.
For daily shopping, you have a PLUS and an Albert Heijn both just around the corner, and a Coop a couple of streets away. There are several schools within walking distance: the Hermann Wesselink College (secondary) is a five-minute walk, and the Amstelveen College is also close. For primary education, OBS de Pioniers is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality Amstelveen offers good amenities, with a restaurant and a park both within a few minutes' walk.
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Details of this home
Christiaan Huygenshof 155, Amstelveen
Mediocre · 1 resident
Mediocre neighbourhood, mediocre district, mediocre facilities
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About Christiaan Huygenshof 155, Amstelveen
Yes, it's very competitive. The average rent in Startbaanbuurt is €2,165, and the median is €1,799. At €1,457, you're paying 33% below the neighbourhood average. The price per m² works out to about €21.75, well under the local average of €27.20 per m².
The energy label is A+++, the highest possible. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. It's a new-build (2022), so it meets modern insulation and ventilation standards.
The nearest train station is 7.5 km away, so it's not within walking distance. You'd need a bus, bike or car to reach it. The area is better served by tram and bus connections for local travel.
Startbaanbuurt has about 1,060 residents, with a mix of ages, many over 65 and many young adults. It's fairly urban but has a park nearby. One resident gave a mixed review, calling it "mediocre", but the overall score is high at 4.88 out of 5.
Yes, there are several within a few minutes' walk. A PLUS and an Albert Heijn are both about 630 metres away, and a Coop is 820 metres. You can easily walk to do your daily shopping.
There are several schools within walking distance. The Hermann Wesselink College (secondary) is 227 metres away, and the Amstelveen College is 370 metres. For primary schools, OBS de Pioniers is 569 metres and De Cirkel is 599 metres.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Startbaanbuurt