Gerard Doustraat 222-2

The asking price of €525,000 is 27% below the neighbourhood average of €723,260, and also below the median of €496,250. Given the compact 54 m² size and energy label C, the price is keen compared to other apartments in the area. However, the home is in a very popular part of Amsterdam, so competition may be strong.

The Sarphatiparkbuurt is a dense, urban area with a very strong city feel. It's popular with young professionals and students, over half the residents are between 25 and 45. The area has a lively atmosphere with many cafes, restaurants and the Sarphatipark just a couple of streets away. One long-term resident describes it as a 'Lovely neighbourhood'.

The nearest train station is 2.5 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short cycle ride. Amsterdam's central stations are well connected, but the apartment is more oriented towards tram and metro lines that run through the Oude Pijp.

Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, Jumbo just around the corner, and Lidl a couple of streets away. For primary education, Basisschool Oscar Carré and 3e Daltonschool Alberdingk Thijm are both within a five-minute walk. Secondary schools like Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam are also within walking distance.

The home has energy label C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. It means the property has some insulation but is not as efficient as modern homes. Heating costs will be moderate, but you can expect higher bills than a newer build. Most homes in the neighbourhood (41%) have label C.

The listing does not state the number of rooms. The floor area is 54 m², which typically accommodates one or two bedrooms, but the exact layout is not provided in the listing.

The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. Given the apartment is on the second floor of a 19th-century building, it is unlikely to have private outdoor space, but this is not confirmed in the listing.

In the Sarphatiparkbuurt, sold homes were on the market for an average of 33 days. This is relatively quick, indicating strong demand. The current listing is priced keenly, so it may attract interest quickly.