Houthavens-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 2018-built apartment on Houthavenweg sits in a young, waterside neighbourhood that feels a world away from the city bustle. With 83 m² of living space and an A energy label, it's efficient and contemporary. The asking price of €795,000 is 32% below the neighbourhood average of €1,172,669, making it a keen entry point for this area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its value.
Houthavens-West is a recently built district on former harbour land, with all homes constructed after 2010. It's densely populated and very urban, with 3,710 addresses per km². The area is popular with young professionals and families, about a third of households have children. There are no resident reviews available for this specific street, but the neighbourhood as a whole is known for its modern architecture and waterfront feel. The neighbourhood Houthavens-West is still developing, with new shops and cafes appearing.
For daily groceries, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a five-minute walk away. There are several schools within walking distance: Onze Amsterdamse School (primary) and Het 4e Gymnasium (secondary) are both a couple of streets away. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station 2.8 km away. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and leisure amenities you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Kalwij Vastgoed and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Houthavenweg 221, Amsterdam
Data from Houthavens-West
Data from Houthavens-West
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About Houthavenweg 221, Amsterdam
The asking price is 32% below the average asking price in Houthavens-West (€1,172,669), but the apartment is also 30% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 119 m². Given the modern build, A energy label, and location, the price seems keen compared to other listings in the area.
The energy label is A, which means the home is very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating and electricity costs. In Houthavens-West, 59.4% of homes have label A and 40.6% have A+ or better, so this apartment is in line with the neighbourhood standard.
The nearest train station is 2.8 km away, which is about a 35-minute walk or a short bike ride. The area is well connected by bus and tram as well.
There are several schools within walking distance. Onze Amsterdamse School (primary) is 186 m away, and Het 4e Gymnasium (secondary) is 190 m away. Daltonschool De Spaarndammerhout (primary) is 233 m away. All are within a few minutes' walk.
Currently, there are 52 homes for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €299,000 to €4,280,000. The median asking price is €920,000, so this apartment is below the median.
The neighbourhood recorded 191 total crimes in the latest data. Given the population of 4,625, that's a relatively low rate. The area feels safe, especially during the day.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Houthavens-West
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