Jan Maijenbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1927 apartment on the Hoofdweg sits in the lively Jan Maijenbuurt, part of Amsterdam's Oud-West. At 55 m², it's a compact but classic Amsterdam flat with an E energy label, meaning heating costs will be noticeable. The asking price of €475,000 is in line with the market: the neighbourhood average for apartments is around €487,000, and the median is €450,000. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one is priced fairly for its size and location.
The Jan Maijenbuurt is a dense, urban neighbourhood with over 9,500 addresses per km², very much city living. It's a young area: most residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone (850 single-person households). There are few children, so the vibe is more professional and social than family-oriented. No resident reviews are available for this street, but the neighbourhood is known for its mix of cafes, restaurants and independent shops. The neighbourhood Jan Maijenbuurt is part of the larger Van Galenbuurt, with a strong pre-war housing stock.
For daily groceries, Dirk is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Rosa Boekdrukker is a couple of streets away, and Joop en Willy Westerweel is a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood has a park or garden just around the corner, and a library is a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and transport links you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via De Graaf & Groot Makelaars and is also available through Funda.
Details of this home
Hoofdweg 370-3, Amsterdam
Data from Jan Maijenbuurt
Data from Jan Maijenbuurt
135 within 5 km
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About Hoofdweg 370-3, Amsterdam
Yes, it's in line with the market. The average asking price for apartments in the Jan Maijenbuurt is €487,786, and the median is €450,000. At €8,636 per m², it's slightly above the neighbourhood average of €8,433 per m², but the size and location justify that.
The energy label is E, which is common for a 1927 apartment. It means the home is not very energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating costs. In the neighbourhood, 71.4% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical for the area.
The nearest train station is 2.9 km away, which is about a 35-minute walk or a short tram ride. The area is well served by trams and buses, so commuting is straightforward.
The Jan Maijenbuurt is ideal for young professionals. Most residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone. There are plenty of restaurants and cafes within walking distance, and the city centre is easily reachable.
There are 14 apartments for sale in the Jan Maijenbuurt, with prices ranging from €400,000 to €680,000. The average time on the market for sold homes is 24 days, indicating a fairly active market.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: Rosa Boekdrukker (387 m), Joop en Willy Westerweel (560 m), and Islamitische basisschool Al Maes (590 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.4 km away.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Jan Maijenbuurt