Johannes Vermeerbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 231 m² apartment in the Museumkwartier sits on a quiet street lined with stately 1905 architecture. The asking price of €2,500,000 is 26% below the neighbourhood's average asking price of €3,391,667, making it a keen entry into this prestigious area. For context, the median asking price in the Johannes Vermeerbuurt is €1,795,000, so this home sits above that but well under the average. Compare with other apartments in Amsterdam to see how it stacks up.
The Johannes Vermeerbuurt is a small, exclusive pocket of the Museumkwartier with just over 1,500 residents. It's a mix of households: many singles, but also families with children and couples without kids. The area is densely urban, over 8,900 addresses per km², yet it feels refined, with wide streets and greenery nearby. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a high proportion of pre-war buildings (80%) and all homes in the area have energy label C. The neighbourhood Johannes Vermeerbuurt is known for its cultural cachet and quiet elegance.
Your daily routine here is effortlessly cosmopolitan. For bread and groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Ekoplaza and Dirk also a couple of streets away. The Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is a five-minute walk for secondary education, while Basisschool Het Museumkwartier is similarly close for primary school. The Vondelpark is a couple of streets away for a weekend stroll. The municipality Amsterdam offers world-class museums, restaurants and theatres within walking distance.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Ramon Mossel Makelaardij and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
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The asking price of €2,500,000 is 26% below the neighbourhood average of €3,391,667, and close to the median of €1,795,000. Given the 231 m² size and prime Museumkwartier location, the price per m² works out at about €10,822, which is below the neighbourhood average of €12,948 per m². So it's priced keenly compared to other listings in the area.
The energy label is C. This is the only label found in the Johannes Vermeerbuurt, all homes in the neighbourhood have label C according to CBS data. A C label means the home has reasonable insulation and energy efficiency, but you can expect moderate heating costs. It's not as efficient as modern A-rated homes, but it's far from the worst.
The nearest train station is 2.6 km away. That's about a 30-minute walk or a short tram ride. The area is well served by trams and buses, so you're well connected to the rest of Amsterdam and beyond.
There are several schools within walking distance. The Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam (secondary) is 301 m away, Basisschool Het Museumkwartier (primary) is 350 m, and the Barlaeus Gymnasium (secondary) is 479 m. So both primary and secondary education are just a few minutes' walk.
Currently there are only 3 apartments for sale in the Johannes Vermeerbuurt, with prices ranging from €900,000 to €7,480,000. This limited supply, combined with the area's desirability, means homes here don't stay on the market long, the average selling time for sold homes was 57 days.
The CBS data records 239 total crimes in the area, but without a per-capita breakdown it's hard to compare. The Museumkwartier is generally considered a safe, upscale neighbourhood with a strong police presence. The high density and affluent population contribute to a well-maintained environment.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,587,000 | €1,747,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €12,637 | – |
| Rent price | €4,356 p/m | €4,375 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €36 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
De Harmoniehof is a neat and safe neighbourhood with well-maintained homes, adequate amenities, and good accessibility. Schools and shops are nearby, and the area is clean and quiet. The sense of community could be better: residents live somewhat past each other, and there is little contact or joint activities. More neighbourhood initiatives would strengthen cohesion.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a very nice neighbourhood. There is plenty to do with Vondelpark around the corner. Many schools for my children and enough supermarkets.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,432,087 | €1,935,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €14,328 | – |
| Rent price | €4,676 p/m | €4,312 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €45 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 | €835,039 | €703,650 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,951 | – |
| Rent price | €2,803 p/m | €2,646 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Honthorststraat 32-2, Amsterdam
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