Scheldebuurt-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Geleenstraat brings a touch of calm to the city. The 1930s building sits in a street where neighbours know each other and the pace is relaxed. At €685,000, the asking price is 17% below the neighbourhood average of €830,296, making it a keen entry into the market for apartments in Amsterdam.
The Scheldebuurt-West neighbourhood feels like a cosy little village, according to one long-term resident. They say: 'I have been living in this neighbourhood for 19 years now and have a good relationship with our neighbours. Fun events are regularly organised that the neighbourhood can join in with. My children went to school here and have built up many friends in the area. It is a cosy little village, most people know each other and care about one another.' The area is home to many singles and young professionals, with a mix of ages and a strong sense of community.
Daily errands are easy: a Coop is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For primary schools, the Anne Frank 6e Montessori-School is a couple of streets away, and the Dongeschool is a five-minute walk. Secondary education is also close, with Mediacollege Amsterdam vmbo just 151 metres away. The municipality of Amsterdam provides all the city's amenities, from parks to restaurants, within easy reach.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Melissa is Vastgoed. The listing is current and the details are as provided by the agent.
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The asking price of €685,000 is 17% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€830,296) and also below the median of €775,000. Given the 76 m² floor area, that works out to about €9,013 per m², which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €9,014 per m². So the price is keen compared to other homes currently for sale in Scheldebuurt-West.
The energy label is C, which is an official registration from EP-Online. Label C is in the middle of the scale: it is not the most efficient, but also not the least. Expect moderate energy costs. In the neighbourhood, about 34.5% of homes have label C, so this is a common rating for properties of this era.
The neighbourhood is described by a resident as child-friendly, with schools and playgrounds nearby. About 540 households have children, and there are several primary schools within walking distance. The area has a village-like atmosphere where people look out for each other, making it a comfortable place for families.
The nearest train station is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The high address density (7,303 addresses per km²) indicates a very urban environment with frequent public transport options.
In the past year, homes in Scheldebuurt-West sold on average within 33 days. That is a fairly brisk pace, suggesting demand is healthy. With 27 apartments currently for sale, there is some choice, but the keen pricing of this listing may attract interest quickly.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I have been living in this neighbourhood for 19 years now and have a good relationship with our neighbours. Fun events are regularly organised that the neighbourhood can join in with. My children went to school here and have built up many friends in the area. It is a cosy little village, most people know each other and care about one another.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €830,296 | €775,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,014 | – |
| Rent price | €3,621 p/m | €3,500 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €38 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I have been living in this neighbourhood for 19 years now and have a good relationship with our neighbours. Fun events are regularly organised that the neighbourhood can join in with. My children went to school here and have built up many friends in the area. It is a cosy little village, most people know each other and care about one another.
Auto-translated to English by AIPleasant living in this neighbourhood. Mostly local traffic, so the bustle is very manageable. Feels like a village in the city. Close to various schools, Beatrixpark and the centre. The Scheldestraat, Maasstraat and Beethovenstraat shopping streets are within walking distance. Child-friendly. The only downside is the busy traffic on the Scheldestraat, which can cause dangerous situations.
Auto-translated to English by AIPros - Lots of green (Beatrixpark opposite us) - Good amenities - Quiet street where kids can play - Cosy Maasstraat around the corner - Feels like a village in the middle of the city Cons - Dangerous traffic on Scheldestraat - Rubbish bins often too full, causing lots of waste next to the bins
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| Sale price | €815,434 | €785,867 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,972 | – |
| Rent price | €2,875 p/m | €2,786 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €33 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 | – |
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