Geuzenhofbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Geuzenkade sits in the Geuzenhofbuurt, a pocket of Amsterdam that feels calm and residential despite the city's buzz. Built in 2004, it has a contemporary layout with 81 square metres of living space and an A energy label, so it runs efficiently. The rent of €3,250 a month is in line with the market, given that it is the only rental currently available in the neighbourhood. For context, apartments in Amsterdam generally command similar figures in this part of town.
The Geuzenhofbuurt neighbourhood is a compact area with a strong urban character, home to around 1,665 people. Most households are single-person, making up 65 percent, and the average household size is just 1.4. The streets are busy with a mix of young professionals and older residents, and the vibe is lively rather than sleepy. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here comes from the official figures. It is a place where you will find a real sense of city living, with everything close at hand.
Daily errands are easy from this spot. For groceries, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with an Aldi a couple of streets away. School runs are simple too, with Marcanti College for secondary education on your doorstep and De Visserschool for primary education just around the corner. A park or green space is a short stroll away, and the nearest GP practice is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam keeps the wider area well connected, so you are never far from what you need.
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About Geuzenkade 96C, Amsterdam
The rent of €3,250 is the only rental figure currently listed in the Geuzenhofbuurt, so there is no direct comparison within the neighbourhood itself. Given the 81 square metres, the 2004 build and the A energy label, the price sits in line with what you would expect for a modern, efficient apartment in Amsterdam. The market here has seen 30 rentals go through recently, with an average letting time of 32 days.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label a home can have. This means the apartment is designed to keep energy consumption low, so heating and electricity costs should be modest. The label is an official registration, recorded in the national EP-Online system, and reflects the property's overall energy performance.
Marcanti College, a secondary school, is just 129 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. For primary education, De Visserschool is 243 metres away, a couple of streets from the apartment. Other primary options include Admiraal De Ruyterschool at 330 metres and Daltonschool De Waterkant at 435 metres. With several schools within a short walk, the daily school run is straightforward.
The nearest Albert Heijn is 211 metres away, just around the corner for everyday groceries. An Aldi is 478 metres away, a couple of streets further. There are also additional Albert Heijn stores at 604, 616 and 654 metres, giving you plenty of choice within a ten-minute walk. Daily shopping is convenient from this location.
The nearest train station is 3.8 kilometres from the apartment. That is a distance you would likely cover by bike or public transport rather than on foot.
Geuzenhofbuurt is a densely populated urban area with an address density of over 11,700 per square kilometre, making it very strongly urban. Of the 1,665 residents, 56 percent are aged 25 to 45, so the area attracts a young, working-age crowd. Most homes are apartments, with no single-family houses, and 44 percent are owner-occupied. It is a lively, compact neighbourhood.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €459,079 | €450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,546 | – |
| Rent price | €3,250 p/m | €3,250 p/m |
How residents experience their district
It's nice there and friendly people. But a sense of togetherness is lacking and I don't have much contact with my neighbours either, which I regret. My primary school days in this neighbourhood were really perfect and the restaurants and shops are also very good. But there are many students and expats, which makes me feel a certain divide and not much community. I myself would like to move out, but that's certainly not possible in my neighbourhood because they are far too expensive.
Auto-translated to English by AINice and cosy, there is an ice cream shop and a playground called de ruige speeltijn but now it's for babies because everything is getting super small, which is a shame, but the rest is great. We get along well and some of my friends live very close by, which is also nice. But I do think there should be more playgrounds for older children, because babies are fine at home too, but older kids just end up on their phones or laptops, so more playgrounds for older children, that's the only thing.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €551,736 | €542,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,743 | – |
| Rent price | €2,770 p/m | €2,720 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €36 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg 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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €835,378 | €704,307 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,955 | – |
| Rent price | €2,806 p/m | €2,649 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Geuzenkade 96C, Amsterdam
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