Theo van Goghparkbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Eva Besnyöstraat sits in a quiet corner of IJburg, with the Theo van Gogh park just a couple of streets away. At 91 m², it's a comfortable size for a couple or small family, and the A energy label keeps running costs low. The rent of €1,700 is 28% below the neighbourhood average of €2,352, making it a keen price for the area. For context, this is one of the more affordable apartments in Amsterdam.
The neighbourhood is a mix of families and couples, with many homes built in the 2000s. Residents give mixed reviews: one says it's a "decent neighbourhood but with noise pollution," noting low-frequency noise from shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. Another finds it "inaccessible and little to do," with few cosy spots. A third calls it "very boring" with no interesting playgrounds. Based on five reviews, the overall score is 6.22 out of 10. For more context, see the Theo van Goghparkbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily shopping is easy: the Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and there are several other supermarkets within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Laterna Magica primary school is on your doorstep, and De Schatkaart primary school is a five-minute walk away. Secondary education is also close, with Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova a short stroll. The area is well served by public transport, with trams and buses connecting to the rest of Amsterdam. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Openbare Makelaardij and Funda. The agent has published full details, so the information on this page reflects the actual property.
Details of this home
Eva Besnyöstraat 276, 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 Eva Besnyöstraat 276, Amsterdam
Yes, it's a keen price. The average rent in the Theo van Goghparkbuurt is €2,352, so this apartment is 28% below that. The floor area is 91 m², which is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 129 m², but the energy label A keeps costs down. Given the modern build and good location, it represents good value.
The neighbourhood has a family-friendly feel, with many households with children. There are several primary schools within walking distance, like Laterna Magica and De Schatkaart. However, some residents mention a lack of interesting playgrounds and cosy outdoor spots. The Theo van Gogh park is nearby but described as 'ugly and not cosy' by one resident.
Some residents report low-frequency noise from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal, which can be noticeable indoors, especially at night. One long-term resident advises visiting in the evening to check for this. Others find the neighbourhood quiet overall. The apartment's energy label A suggests good insulation, which may help.
The Dekamarkt supermarket is just around the corner (481 m), and there are several other supermarkets within a ten-minute walk. Primary schools are very close: Laterna Magica at 189 m and De Schatkaart at 465 m. Secondary education is also nearby, with Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova at 470 m. A GP and a restaurant are within a five-minute walk.
The neighbourhood has good connections by tram and bus, with several stops within walking distance. The nearest train station is 6 km away, so for longer journeys you'd need to take a bus or tram to Amsterdam Centraal or other stations. Ferries across the IJ are also available nearby.
The apartment has energy label A, which is very efficient. This means low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes. The property was built in 2009, so it meets modern building standards with good insulation and double glazing.
The listing does not state whether the apartment is furnished or unfurnished.
The listing does not specify the number of bedrooms. Based on the floor area of 91 m², it is likely a two-bedroom apartment, but this is not confirmed. Contact the agent for the exact layout.
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