Geelvinckbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis rental apartment on one of Amsterdam's most famous canals sits in a grand 1905 building. The listing does not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €2,950 per month, the rent is above the neighbourhood average of €2,578, which is in line with the premium for a canal-side property. For more context, see apartments in Amsterdam.
The Geelvinckbuurt is a tiny, exclusive enclave within the Grachtengordel-Zuid district. With only 350 residents, it is one of Amsterdam's smallest neighbourhoods. Most households are single-person (170 out of 194 homes), and the area is dominated by young adults aged 25,45. The urbanity level is 1 (very strong urban), with an address density of nearly 10,000 per km². There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood. For more on the area, see the Geelvinckbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily life here revolves around the canal belt. For groceries, an AH to go is just around the corner, and a SPAR is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school is the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan, a ten-minute walk away, while the Barlaeus Gymnasium (secondary) is a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood is packed with restaurants, the nearest is on your doorstep. For broader context, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Another Home Abroad B.V. and Tel Vastgoedmanagement. The agent has not published an energy label.
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The rent of €2,950 is above the neighbourhood average of €2,578 and the median of €2,725. However, the Herengracht is a prime canal location, so a premium is expected. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €29.36, and this apartment is 105 m², so the rent per m² is about €28.10, which is slightly below the neighbourhood average.
The Geelvinckbuurt is a very small, central neighbourhood with 350 residents. It is densely urban (address density 9,897 per km²) and mostly consists of single-person households. The area is popular among young adults, and there are many restaurants and shops within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 2.08 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short tram ride.
The nearest primary school is the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan (650 m) and the nearest secondary school is Barlaeus Gymnasium (586 m). Both are within a ten-minute walk.
Yes, several supermarkets are within a few minutes' walk: an AH to go at 348 m, a SPAR at 439 m, and a Jumbo at 453 m.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,462,500 | €737,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €11,021 | – |
| Rent price | €2,652 p/m | €2,950 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €29 p/m | – |
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,563,622 | €1,008,061 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €12,088 | – |
| Rent price | €3,233 p/m | €3,051 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €35 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 | – |
Herengracht 445B, Amsterdam
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