Cornelis Schuytbuurt, Amsterdam
This is a substantial ground-floor apartment on De Lairessestraat, in the heart of the Cornelis Schuytbuurt, part of the Museumkwartier in Amsterdam. The setting is described as a quiet road in the centre, and the home itself is a stately 1915 building with a classic Amsterdam feel. At €2,800,000, the asking price is on the high side compared with the average for apartments in Amsterdam, but the home is also considerably larger than the neighbourhood norm.
According to the agent, this apartment spans one floor and includes eight rooms, four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The living area is 240 m², which matches the BAG registration. The home has a rear garden, and the agent notes insulation in the roof, walls and floor, plus block heating and underfloor heating throughout. The property is on municipal leasehold land, and the monthly homeowners' association contribution is €1,027.
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes a quiet, green area with great trees that offer cooling and relaxation, though they also mention litter around the waste containers as a recurring annoyance. Another resident speaks of a quiet, peaceful, relaxed and social neighbourhood with a nice mix of people. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,980 inhabitants, and the average home here is 180 m², so this apartment is a third larger than that. The Cornelis Schuytbuurt neighbourhood is a stone's throw from the Concertgebouw and the museums.
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and another is just around the corner, with a Jumbo a couple of streets away. Primary schools such as Nicolaas Maes and Hildebrand Van Loonschool are within a short walk. The GP practice Huisartsen Van Baerle is a five-minute walk, and the Lairesse Apotheek is just around the corner. For public transport, bus lines 357, 397, N47, N57 and N97 stop at Emmastraat, and tram line 2 runs along Cornelis Schuytstraat. Amsterdam Zuid station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all this and more.
The WOZ value is not stated in this listing. According to area-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 63 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050; heat stress is medium now and elevated by 2050. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Broersma Wonen.
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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 De Lairessestraat 88, Amsterdam
The asking price is €2,800,000. The average asking price for homes currently for sale in the Cornelis Schuytbuurt is €2,819,459, with a median of €2,150,000. The price per square metre is €11,667, based on the agent's listed living area of 240 m². This is below the neighbourhood average of €15,068 per m², but the home is larger than most.
According to the agent, the apartment has eight rooms, including four bedrooms and three bathrooms. It is located on the ground floor and has a rear garden. The total living area is 240 m², which matches the BAG registration. The home also has a volume of 960 m³.
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent notes that the home has roof, wall and floor insulation, as well as block heating and underfloor heating throughout. These features may help keep energy use in check, but the label itself does not guarantee low bills.
Yes, the agent mentions a rear garden (achtertuin). Since the apartment is on the ground floor, the garden is directly accessible from the home. This is a notable feature for an apartment in this part of Amsterdam, where outdoor space is often limited.
The WOZ value is not stated in this listing. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not always included in property listings. If you need it for financial planning, you can look it up via the municipality.
Area-level data indicates that road traffic noise is 63 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements at the property itself. The home is on a quiet road according to the agent, but you may still hear some traffic.
The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data. The building was constructed in 1915, before 1970, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone for pre-1970 construction. This is a general indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
According to the climate risk data, pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is elevated, while flood risk from rivers or the sea is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, but is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications and do not reflect the condition of the home itself.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. An Albert Heijn is just 190 metres away, so on your doorstep. Another Albert Heijn is at 592 metres, and a Jumbo at 897 metres. This makes daily grocery shopping very convenient.
Several primary schools are within a short walk. Nicolaas Maes is 285 metres away, Hildebrand Van Loonschool is 370 metres, and the 2e Daltonschool Pieter Bakkum is 384 metres. There are also other options nearby, such as De Amsterdamse Montessori School and Schoolvereniging Willemspark.
Public transport is well within reach. The bus stop Amsterdam, Emmastraat is 224 metres away and serves lines 357, 397, N47, N57 and N97. The tram stop Cornelis Schuytstraat is 266 metres away and serves line 2. Amsterdam Zuid train station is about 1.7 km away, a ten-minute walk.
The Cornelis Schuytbuurt is a stately neighbourhood in the Museumkwartier, with around 2,980 residents. It is very urban, with a high address density. Residents across Amsterdam rate their living environment 7.35 out of 10, with comments about greenery and quiet, though some mention litter issues. The area is known for its architecture and proximity to museums.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
It is a very nice neighbourhood. There is plenty to do with Vondelpark around the corner. Many schools for my children and enough supermarkets.
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| Sale price | €2,819,459 | €2,150,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €15,068 | – |
| Rent price | €4,988 p/m | €3,850 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €51 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
De Harmoniehof is a neat and safe neighbourhood with well-maintained homes, adequate amenities, and good accessibility. Schools and shops are nearby, and the area is clean and quiet. The sense of community could be better: residents live somewhat past each other, and there is little contact or joint activities. More neighbourhood initiatives would strengthen cohesion.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a very nice neighbourhood. There is plenty to do with Vondelpark around the corner. Many schools for my children and enough supermarkets.
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| Sale price | €2,432,087 | €1,935,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €14,328 | – |
| Rent price | €4,676 p/m | €4,312 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €45 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.
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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.
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| Sale price | €835,039 | €703,650 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,951 | – |
| Rent price | €2,803 p/m | €2,646 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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