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Theo van Goghparkbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Emmy Andriessestraat sits in the modern IJburg district, where the streets are wide and the water is never far away. With 186 m² of living space, it is a generous home by any standard. The asking price of €1,200,000 is 18% above the neighbourhood average of €1,015,834, so it is on the high side, but then this is a large, energy-efficient apartment (label A) in a sought-after part of town. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its size and quality.
The neighbourhood is a peaceful, family-oriented enclave on IJburg, with mostly modern housing and plenty of green space. According to five resident reviews, the area scores a 6.22 out of 10. One resident who lived here for 12 years says: 'The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby.' But they also warn of 'structural low-frequency noise from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal', which can be very burdensome indoors, especially at night. Another resident calls it 'very boring' with 'no nice areas or interesting playgrounds'. So while the Theo van Goghparkbuurt neighbourhood is quiet in one sense, it has its drawbacks.
For your morning routine, the Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Laterna Magica is a couple of streets away, and De Poseidon and Basisschool de Archipel are both about a five-minute walk. For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova is on your doorstep. The area is well served by public transport, with tram and bus connections to the city centre. The municipality of Amsterdam provides all the usual urban amenities, but the neighbourhood itself feels more suburban.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Vos & Kleian Makelaardij B.V. and on Funda.
Details of this home
Emmy Andriessestraat 26, Amsterdam
Satisfactory · 5 residents
I 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 AIThere are no good places to be outside. The Theo van Gogh park is ugly and not cosy. No nice benches in spots and no things like a gym (chain), coffeeshop or late-night snack bar or the like.
Auto-translated to English by AIvery boring. no nice areas or interesting playgrounds. also no nice seating spots.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany speed bumps, few public transport options.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is generally quite nice and safe, but there are a few neighbours who can be extremely rude and threatening, and that is very disappointing.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere is neighbourhood prevention, street coaches, etc., the streets are relatively clean, there are some parks and from my house some nature area(-like) is accessible. There are water pumps, playgrounds, rubbish bins. Houses are expensive and there is little public transport, the bridges are annoying.
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About Emmy Andriessestraat 26, Amsterdam
The asking price is 18% above the neighbourhood average of €1,015,834, so it is on the high side. However, this apartment is larger than average (186 m² vs 159 m²) and has an A energy label, which commands a premium. In the past year, homes in this neighbourhood sold for an average of €860,096, but those were generally smaller. Whether the price is fair depends on how much you value space and efficiency.
Theo van Goghparkbuurt is a modern, family-friendly area on IJburg with mostly flats and houses built after 1990. It has good amenities like supermarkets, gyms, and parks, but some residents report low-frequency noise from shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal, especially at night. Others find it boring with few interesting spots. The area scores a 6.22 out of 10 from five reviews.
The nearest train station is 6 km away. The neighbourhood is better connected by tram and bus, with several lines running to Amsterdam Centrum and other parts of the city.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Laterna Magica (258 m), De Poseidon (374 m), and Basisschool de Archipel (374 m). For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova is just 101 m away. All are within a five-minute walk.
The energy label is A, which means the home is very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating costs and a good insulation standard. In the neighbourhood, 63% of homes have label A and 37% have label A+, so this is in line with the local stock.
Currently, 18 homes are for sale in Theo van Goghparkbuurt, with prices ranging from €450,000 to €1,495,010. The average asking price is €1,015,834, and the median is €1,037,500. This apartment is at the higher end of the market.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The apartment is 186 m², but outdoor space is not stated. You would need to check the floor plan or ask the agent for details.
In the past year, 148 crimes were recorded in the neighbourhood. That is relatively low for Amsterdam, but it is always worth checking local statistics for specific concerns.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Theo van Goghparkbuurt
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