Minervabuurt-Zuid, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Holbeinstraat sits in one of Amsterdam's most elegant pockets. This 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 €5,900 per month, the rent is 45% above the neighbourhood average of €4,064, a premium that reflects the size and the address. For context, apartments in Amsterdam in this segment are scarce.
Minervabuurt-Zuid is a leafy, family-friendly enclave within the Apollobuurt district. One resident describes it as "close to the centre but still relatively quiet", with good schools and plenty of sports options. They note that contact with neighbours is sufficient but not very close, and that several parks are nearby. The area is easily accessible, with a metro and train station within walking distance. It is a fifteen-minute bike ride to the centre. Based on one review, the neighbourhood scores an 8 out of 10. This is the Minervabuurt-Zuid neighbourhood, where most homes are flats and nearly half are owner-occupied.
Your daily routine here is well served. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with AH to go a ten-minute walk away. For school runs, the Eerste Openluchtschool voor het Gezonde Kind is a couple of streets away, and secondary schools like Gerrit van der Veen College and HLZ are within a five-minute walk. The area falls under the municipality of Amsterdam, which means excellent public services and a vibrant city life just a short cycle away.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Sotheby's Realty Makelaars Amsterdam. The agent has not published an energy label, so the home's efficiency is unknown.
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The rent of €5,900 is 45% above the neighbourhood average of €4,064 for rental homes. However, this apartment is larger than average (123 m² vs 126 m² average) and located on a desirable street in Minervabuurt-Zuid. Homes in this area are typically rented within 19 days, indicating a fast-moving market. Whether the price is fair depends on your budget and how much you value the location and size.
Minervabuurt-Zuid is a quiet, family-friendly area with good schools and parks. One resident describes it as 'close to the centre but still relatively quiet'. The neighbourhood has a mix of families and older residents, with a high address density of 5,247 per km², making it very urban. There are plenty of sports options and the centre is a fifteen-minute bike ride away.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, about a fifteen-minute walk. The resident review also mentions a metro and train station within walking distance, making public transport easily accessible.
Albert Heijn is just 306 metres away, around a five-minute walk. AH to go is 750 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is 782 metres away. For daily shopping, you have several options within a ten-minute walk.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. The Eerste Openluchtschool voor het Gezonde Kind (primary) is 205 metres away. For secondary education, Gerrit van der Veen College (291 m), HLZ (297 m), and Sint Ignatiusgymnasium (413 m) are all close by.
The agent has not provided this information, so the home's energy efficiency is unknown.
Homes in Minervabuurt-Zuid are rented on average within 19 days, which indicates a fast-moving market. This suggests that desirable properties do not stay available for long.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I experience my neighbourhood as suitable for families, there are good schools and it is not too busy. In the area there are many options for sports. Contact with the neighbours is sufficient, but not very close. Furthermore, there are several parks in the area and the surroundings are easily accessible, with a metro and train station within walking distance. It is a fifteen-minute bike ride to the centre.
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| Sale price | €1,211,364 | €1,137,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,066 | – |
| Rent price | €4,064 p/m | €3,450 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I experience my neighbourhood as suitable for families, there are good schools and it is not too busy. In the area there are many options for sports. Contact with the neighbours is sufficient, but not very close. Furthermore, there are several parks in the area and the surroundings are easily accessible, with a metro and train station within walking distance. It is a fifteen-minute bike ride to the centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIA nice, green neighbourhood with plenty of space and quiet streets. Amenities such as shops, supermarkets and schools are all nearby, making life here very comfortable. The nearby Amstelpark offers a lovely place for a walk. Public transport and main roads are easily accessible, allowing you to quickly reach the city centre or other parts of the city. All in all, it is an ideal neighbourhood for both families and young professionals who love a quiet living environment.
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| Sale price | €2,096,605 | €1,720,058 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €11,341 | – |
| Rent price | €3,897 p/m | €3,559 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €33 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 | – |
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