Hercules Seghersbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Gerard Doustraat sits in one of Amsterdam's most vibrant neighbourhoods. With 180 m² of living space, it is exceptionally spacious for the area. The home dates from 1884 but has an A energy label, so it is both characterful and efficient. At €1,295,000, the price is 115% above the neighbourhood average of €603,464, which is in line with the market given the size, the floor area is 190% larger than the typical 62 m² in the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price and size.
The Hercules Seghersbuurt is part of the Oude Pijp, a dense, energetic area with a very strong urban feel (address density over 10,000 per km²). Most homes here were built before 1945, giving the streets a classic Amsterdam character. The neighbourhood is home to many singles and young professionals, nearly half the population is between 25 and 45. There are no neighbourhood reviews available for this area, so the picture comes from the data: a bustling, central district with a mix of residents. The Hercules Seghersbuurt neighbourhood is known for its lively atmosphere.
Your morning coffee is just around the corner, a restaurant is on your doorstep, and a supermarket is a couple of streets away. For groceries, Coop is 151 m away, Jumbo 198 m, and Dirk 308 m. There are several schools within walking distance: Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam (secondary) is 252 m, Basisschool Oscar Carré (primary) is 340 m, and Sweelinck College (secondary) is 455 m. The neighbourhood also has a park or public garden within a five-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the amenities you would expect from a major city.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Listings and Funda. The agent is Listings.
Details of this home
Gerard Doustraat 32A3, Amsterdam
Data from Hercules Seghersbuurt
Data from Hercules Seghersbuurt
151 within 5 km
202 within 5 km
About Gerard Doustraat 32A3, Amsterdam
The asking price is €1,295,000, which is 115% above the neighbourhood average of €603,464. However, this apartment is 180 m², while the average in the area is 62 m², so the price per square metre is roughly €7,194, compared to the neighbourhood average of €10,131 per m². That makes it relatively good value for the size, though the total price is high.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home is well-insulated and heating costs are likely to be low. In the neighbourhood, 47.8% of homes have label A, and 8.7% have A+ or better, so this home is above average in energy performance.
The nearest train station is 2.5 km away. That is about a 30-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
The Hercules Seghersbuurt has a very urban character, with many singles and young professionals. Only 180 households have children, out of a total of 1,755 households. There are primary and secondary schools within walking distance, but the area is more popular with childless couples and individuals.
In the neighbourhood, sold homes took an average of 31 days to sell. That is relatively quick, indicating a active market. The average sold price was €571,298, slightly below the current asking prices.
The neighbourhood recorded 233 total crimes in the latest data. Given the high population density, this is not unusual for a central Amsterdam area. The data does not break down crime types, so it is hard to assess the nature of the incidents.
Yes, the nearest park or public garden is 0.4 km away, about a five-minute walk. The area is dense, but there are green spots within easy reach.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Hercules Seghersbuurt
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