Cornelis Schuytbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis first-floor apartment on Emmastraat sits in the heart of the Museumkwartier, one of Amsterdam's most elegant neighbourhoods. With 54 m² of living space, it's compact but well laid out, and the 1918 building gives it period charm. The rent of €3,750 is 25% below the neighbourhood average of €5,020, making it a keen price for the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its value.
The neighbourhood Cornelis Schuytbuurt is a highly rated area, one resident gives it an 8.38, saying: "It is a very nice neighbourhood. There is plenty to do with Vondelpark around the corner. Many schools for my children and enough supermarkets." The streets are lined with grand 19th-century buildings, and the mix of residents includes many families and professionals. With a very high density of 7,328 addresses per km², it's a bustling urban pocket.
Your morning bread run is just 68 metres to the Albert Heijn, literally on your doorstep. For a wider selection, Jumbo is a ten-minute walk away. Schools are also close: three primary schools are clustered just a couple of streets away, and two secondary schools are within a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural highlights you'd expect, from the Rijksmuseum to the Concertgebouw, all within walking distance.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Carla van den Brink B.V. and Funda. The rent and details are as published by the agent.
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Yes, it's competitive. The average rent in the Cornelis Schuytbuurt is €5,020, so this apartment is 25% below that. However, it's also smaller than average (54 m² vs 105 m²), so the price per m² is €69.44, which is above the neighbourhood average of €50.48 per m². You're paying a premium for the location and size.
The Cornelis Schuytbuurt is a highly desirable area in the Museumkwartier. One resident describes it as "a very nice neighbourhood" with Vondelpark around the corner, plenty of schools, and enough supermarkets. It's very urban with a high density of addresses, and the streets are safe and well-maintained.
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn just 68 metres away, so you can pop out for groceries in under a minute. There's also a Jumbo at 684 metres and another Albert Heijn at 741 metres, giving you plenty of choice.
Yes, there are several primary and secondary schools within walking distance. Three primary schools are just 267 metres away, including the 2e Daltonschool Pieter Bakkum and De Amsterdamse Montessori School. For secondary education, Het Amsterdams Lyceum is 421 metres away and Sint Ignatiusgymnasium is 474 metres.
The apartment has energy label C, which is average for a building from 1918. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy costs, though exact amounts depend on usage.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short bike ride. The area is well served by trams and buses, so public transport is convenient.
The listing does not specify whether the apartment is furnished or unfurnished.
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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,412,773 | €1,904,496 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €14,121 | – |
| Rent price | €4,696 p/m | €3,967 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €46 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
IJburg 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.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
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.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €822,940 | €695,417 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,920 | – |
| Rent price | €2,802 p/m | €2,604 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Emmastraat 29-2, Amsterdam
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