Transvaalbuurt-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Hofmeyrstraat brings you right into the heart of the Transvaalbuurt, a neighbourhood with a strong community feel and plenty of everyday energy. At 56 m², it's a compact home that makes the most of its space, and with an A+ energy label, you can expect low heating costs. The rent of €2,300 is 19% below the neighbourhood average, making it a keen option for the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price and size.
Based on three resident reviews, opinions on the neighbourhood are mixed. One resident says: "A wonderful neighbourhood to live in. I have lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years. Over those years I have seen many changes, but I still live there with great pleasure! And I will continue to do so until the very end! Transvaal is my life!" Another resident gives a lower score, noting: "People are not okay, they talk too much about you with lies, attack you without reason and believe what other people say about you without asking what your story is." The neighbourhood has a high address density of over 8,000 per km², typical of a very strongly urban area. To learn more, see the Transvaalbuurt-West neighbourhood.
Your daily routine is well served here. For groceries, Vomar is just around the corner, Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and Lidl is also within easy reach. For families, primary schools like Integraal Kindcentrum De Kaap and IBS De Vijgenboom are a five-minute walk, while secondary schools such as Pieter Nieuwland College and Cygnus Gymnasium are a ten-minute walk. The area is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which offers extensive amenities and public transport connections.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Amsterdam Housing.
Details of this home
Hofmeyrstraat 42-2, Amsterdam
Satisfactory · 3 residents
People are not okay, they talk too much about you with lies, attack you without reason and believe what other people say about you without asking what your story is.
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Auto-translated to English by AII have lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years. Over those years I have seen many changes, but I still live there with great pleasure! And I will continue to do so until the very end! Transvaal is my life!
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About Hofmeyrstraat 42-2, Amsterdam
The rent of €2,300 is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €2,833, so it is on the lower side for the area. However, the apartment is 56 m², which is 37% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 89 m². Considering the size, the price per square metre is in line with the market.
Rental properties in Transvaalbuurt-West are let on average within 14 days, which indicates a fast-moving market. With only 6 rental homes currently available, competition can be brisk.
The energy label is A+, which is the most efficient label. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect low energy costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online.
The Transvaalbuurt-West is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. Resident reviews are mixed: one long-term resident loves it and calls it a wonderful place to live, while another mentions social tensions. The neighbourhood has many single-person households and a diverse age mix.
The nearest train station is 1.0 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you access to the wider Amsterdam rail network.
Yes, several supermarkets are within walking distance. Vomar is 469 m away, Albert Heijn is 507 m, and Lidl is 537 m. There is also an AH to go at 549 m.
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