Hercules Seghersbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 2011-built apartment on Eerste Jan Steenstraat sits in the lively Oude Pijp, with a bright and efficient layout thanks to its A energy label. At 108 m², it's well above the neighbourhood average of 62 m², and the asking price of €1,225,000 is 103% above the local average of €603,464, reflecting the larger size and modern finish. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its generous floor area.
The Hercules Seghersbuurt is a dense, urban pocket of the Pijp with a very strong city feel (address density over 10,000). It's a young area: most residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone, average household size is just 1.4. There are no reviews from residents in the data, but the streets are filled with cafes, restaurants and shops. The neighbourhood is part of the Hercules Seghersbuurt neighbourhood, known for its 19th-century architecture and lively atmosphere.
Your daily routine here is wonderfully walkable. For groceries, the Coop is just around the corner, with Jumbo a couple of streets away and Albert Heijn a five-minute walk. For school runs, the Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is a couple of streets away, and Basisschool Oscar Carré is a five-minute walk. A park or garden is a five-minute walk, and the nearest restaurant is on your doorstep. The area falls under the municipality of Amsterdam, which keeps the streets lively and well-served.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including WWR Makelaars. The asking price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but the size and energy label are exceptional for this area.
Details of this home
Eerste Jan Steenstraat 8E, Amsterdam
Data from Hercules Seghersbuurt
Data from Hercules Seghersbuurt
151 within 5 km
198 within 5 km
About Eerste Jan Steenstraat 8E, Amsterdam
The asking price is 103% above the neighbourhood average of €603,464, but the apartment is also 74% larger than the average (108 m² vs 62 m²) and has a modern A energy label, which is rare in an area where 93.5% of homes were built before 1945. So the price reflects the premium for size and quality, not just location.
At 108 m², this apartment is 74% larger than the neighbourhood average of 62 m². Most homes in the Hercules Seghersbuurt are smaller, pre-war apartments, so this is a notably spacious option.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, only 8.7% of homes have A+ and 47.8% have A, so this is a strong label. It means lower heating costs and a more comfortable home, especially compared to the 21.7% of homes with labels D or lower.
The nearest train station is 2.5 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short cycle.
Excellent. The Coop is just around the corner (159 m), Jumbo is a couple of streets away (224 m), and Albert Heijn and Aldi are both a five-minute walk (398 m). There are also many restaurants, with the nearest just 0.1 km away.
Yes, several schools are within walking distance. The Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is a couple of streets away (253 m), and Basisschool Oscar Carré is a five-minute walk (376 m). There are also other secondary schools like College ZUYD and Sweelinck College nearby.
The neighbourhood recorded 233 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a dense urban area.
The address density is 10,305 per km², which is very strong urbanity (level 1). This means a bustling, city-centre feel with plenty of amenities, but also more noise and activity than quieter suburbs.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Hercules Seghersbuurt
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