A compact apartment on the De Wittenkade
This rental apartment on the De Wittenkade sits in a classic Amsterdam street with handsome early-20th-century facades. The 49 m² floor area is compact, and at €3,500 per month the price is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average for rentals. For context, the average rental in the area is €3,500, and the average floor area is 95 m², so this home is 48% smaller than the norm. It is one of the [apartments in Amsterdam] currently listed.
The Fannius Scholtenbuurt neighbourhood
[The Fannius Scholtenbuurt neighbourhood] is a quiet, diverse pocket of Amsterdam. One resident describes it as a "nice old working-class neighbourhood near the centre," noting the mix of people with bought apartments and those renting through social housing. Another says it is a "pleasant neighbourhood to live in," with beautiful buildings from around 1910 and friendly, involved residents. The Westerpark is just around the corner, and the area has a strong sense of community. Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 6.36 out of 10.
Life on the street
The daily routine here is well served. For groceries, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a Jumbo and another Albert Heijn. For schools, Basisschool De Bron is on your doorstep, and Oecumenische basisschool De Catamaran is a couple of streets away. The Cartesius Lyceum for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam provides the wider context, with the city centre and its amenities within easy reach.
Source
At the time of writing, this home is listed only via Tel Makelaars.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About De Wittenkade 162-3, Amsterdam
Is €3,500 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking rent of €3,500 is exactly the average and median for rentals in the Fannius Scholtenbuurt. However, the floor area of 49 m² is 48% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 95 m², so the price per square metre is well above the local norm. Whether that feels fair depends on how much you value the location and the compact layout.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is officially registered as having a high level of energy performance, so you can expect relatively low heating costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is an official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 2.8 kilometres away. That is a distance you would likely cover by bike or public transport rather than on foot. The neighbourhood itself is well connected by other means, though the exact options are not detailed here.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents describe the Fannius Scholtenbuurt as a quiet, diverse area with beautiful early-20th-century buildings. One resident notes the mix of social housing and owner-occupied homes, while another highlights the friendly, involved community. The Westerpark is close by, and the centre is within easy reach. The range of shops is mentioned as limited by one resident.
How many rooms does this apartment have?
The listing does not state the number of rooms. The floor area is 49 m², which suggests a compact layout, but the exact room count is not provided. You would need to see the floor plan or visit the property to know how the space is divided.
Is the apartment furnished?
The listing does not mention whether the apartment is furnished or unfurnished. The listing focuses on the location and the basic details of the property.
