Houthavens-West, Amsterdam
This apartment sits in the Houthavens-West neighbourhood, a relatively new part of Amsterdam built on former harbour land. The area has a fresh, contemporary feel with wide streets and modern architecture. At €1,838 per month, the rent is 39% below the neighbourhood average of €3,016, which makes it a keen option given the 50 m² floor area. For context, the average rental in the area is 109 m², so this is a smaller unit. See more apartments in Amsterdam.
Houthavens-West is a young neighbourhood: 41% of residents are between 25 and 45, and 48% of households are single-person. The area has a strong urban feel with an address density of 3,710 addresses per km². There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from statistics. The neighbourhood has a mix of families (26% of households have children) and couples without children (26%). Average incomes are not stated, but the housing stock is mostly apartments (93% of homes are flats). Explore the Houthavens-West neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, the nearest Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and there is an AH to go just around the corner and a Jumbo within a five-minute walk. For school runs, Het 4e Gymnasium is on your doorstep, and two primary schools, Onze Amsterdamse School and Daltonschool De Spaarndammerhout, are just around the corner (306 m and 350 m respectively). The area is well served by public transport, with a train station 2.8 km away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including on Funda and Pararius. The energy label is A++, the most efficient, so heating costs should be low. The property was built in 2022, so it is a new-build apartment.
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Details of this home
The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
About Houthavenweg 49, Amsterdam
The rent of €1,838 is 39% below the neighbourhood average of €3,016, but the apartment is also smaller than average (50 m² vs 109 m²). On a per-square-metre basis, the price is €36.76, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €28.66 per m². So while the total rent is low, you pay a premium per square metre for a compact, modern home.
The energy label is A++, which is the highest possible rating. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online.
Rental properties in this neighbourhood are let on average within 21 days, according to market data. This suggests that homes here do not stay available for long, so if you are interested, it is worth acting promptly.
Houthavens-West has a high proportion of residents aged 25,45 (41%) and many single-person households (48%). The area is urban and modern, with a high address density. It is popular among young professionals, though there are no resident reviews to confirm this directly.
Yes, the nearest Albert Heijn is 361 m away, and there are several other supermarkets within a short walk. For schools, Het 4e Gymnasium is just 54 m away, and two primary schools are within 350 m. The area is well equipped for daily needs.
The nearest train station is 2.8 km from the apartment. This is a reasonable distance for cycling or a short bus ride, but it is not within walking distance for a daily commute.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,179,176 | €857,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,701 | – |
| Rent price | €2,938 p/m | €2,750 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €30 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
At 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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,170,355 | €874,057 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,829 | – |
| Rent price | €3,193 p/m | €3,019 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €30 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 | €823,851 | €693,823 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,888 | – |
| Rent price | €2,799 p/m | €2,614 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Houthavenweg 49, Amsterdam
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