Govert Flinckstraat 129-3
Sarphatiparkbuurt · 1072 EG Amsterdam
A classic Amsterdam apartment on Govert Flinckstraat
This apartment on Govert Flinckstraat sits in the heart of the Sarphatiparkbuurt, a lively pocket of the Oude Pijp. Built in 1892, it carried the period charm of the area, while the energy label A pointed to efficient running costs. At €3,700 per month for 92 m², the rent sat 16% above the neighbourhood average of €3,196, so it was on the high side compared with other rentals here. For context, apartments in Amsterdam in this price range were not unusual. This home has not been online since 18 September 2026.
The Sarphatiparkbuurt
The Sarphatiparkbuurt neighbourhood is a dense, urban area with a strong sense of community. One resident, who has lived here for fifty years, calls it a lovely neighbourhood. The area is home to many single-person households, and the streets are busy with a mix of ages, though younger adults dominate. With an address density among the highest in the country, this is city living at its most concentrated. The park itself is just a couple of streets away, offering a green escape from the bustle.
Life on the street
Daily life here is built around convenience. For groceries, Jumbo is on your doorstep, with Coop and Dirk just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn a five-minute walk away. For school runs, Basisschool Oscar Carré is just around the corner, while the Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam on Van Ostadestraat is a couple of streets away. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, where everything you need tends to be within easy reach.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including Hoen Makelaars.
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About Govert Flinckstraat 129-3, Amsterdam
Was €3,700 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent was 16% above the neighbourhood average of €3,196, which put it on the high side for the Sarphatiparkbuurt. At €40.2 per m², it also exceeded the average of €36.8 per m² for rentals here. The apartment's 92 m² and energy label A were factors that might justify the premium, but the price was clearly above what most homes in this area go for.
How quickly do rentals in this neighbourhood go?
Rentals in the Sarphatiparkbuurt are let on average within 15 days, according to recent figures. That suggests a brisk market where homes do not stay available for long. With 311 homes rented out in the area, there was steady turnover, though the current listing was one of only 13 available at the moment.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient category on the official scale. This meant the home was registered as having low expected energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's overall energy performance as recorded.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The Sarphatiparkbuurt is a dense, urban area with a strong local feel. One resident who has lived here for fifty years describes it as a lovely neighbourhood. Most households are single people, and the streets are lively with a younger crowd. The park is just around the corner, and the area is well served by shops and schools.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 2.5 km away. That is a manageable distance for occasional trips, though daily commuting by train would involve a short cycle or bus ride to the station. The neighbourhood itself is well connected for local travel, with most amenities within walking distance.
What schools are near this apartment?
Basisschool Oscar Carré is just around the corner, about 130 metres away, making it a very short walk for primary school children. The Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam on Van Ostadestraat is roughly 326 metres away for secondary education. Several other primary and secondary schools are within a few hundred metres, so school runs are mostly on foot.
