Wittenburg, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Jacob Burggraafstraat sits on the island of Wittenburg, one of Amsterdam's quieter eastern islands. The home feels light and spacious, with a smart layout that makes the most of its 102 m². At €750,000, the price is a touch above the neighbourhood average of €709,192, but given the A+ energy label and modern build, it's in line with what similar apartments in Amsterdam fetch.
Wittenburg is a small, tight-knit island with a mix of old and new. One resident calls it a "nice neighbourhood with shortcomings", noting that while neighbours are friendly, the municipality could do more with cleaning and dog policy. Another says it's "very nice pleasant rural greetings" with water, open spaces, and a picturesque feel, "the Amazon of Europe". A third review highlights the child-friendly atmosphere, with two big playgrounds and plenty of shops. Based on three reviews, it's a place where people know each other and enjoy the water. The area is densely built (5,415 addresses per km²) and mostly consists of flats, with many single-person households. The Wittenburg neighbourhood has a strong sense of community, with neighbourhood parties bringing people together.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Vomar is a couple of streets away. There are two primary schools within a five-minute walk: Alan Turingschool and Basisschool Oostelijke Eilanden. The nearest secondary school, Montessori Lyceum Pax, is about a ten-minute walk. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station 1.9 km away. The municipality of Amsterdam keeps the streets lively, though parking can be tricky, residents note it's "not easy to park sometimes".
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Keij & Stefels B.V. and Funda. The details reflect the current listing.
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The asking price of €750,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €709,192 and the median of €669,500. However, this apartment is larger (102 m²) than the average sold home (92 m²) and has an A+ energy label, which is rare in the area. Given these features, the price is in line with what similar modern apartments in Wittenburg command.
The energy label is A+, the most efficient label. 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.
Residents describe Wittenburg as child-friendly, with two large playgrounds nearby and plenty of shops. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Alan Turingschool at 151 m and Basisschool Oostelijke Eilanden at 524 m. The area has a mix of households, with about 245 families with children.
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. The high address density (5,415 per km²) means frequent services.
The price per m² for this apartment is about €7,353 (€750,000 / 102 m²). The neighbourhood average for sold homes is €6,579 per m², but for current listings it's €7,866. So this apartment is priced competitively for its size and energy efficiency.
Residents note that parking can be difficult and busy, with paid parking spaces available. The neighbourhood is very densely built, so street parking is limited. There is no mention of a private parking spot in the listing.
Yes, there are several supermarkets nearby. Albert Heijn is 286 m away, Vomar at 475 m, and SPAR express at 540 m. For daily groceries, you have plenty of options just around the corner.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I have nice neighbours and the neighbourhood is nice. The municipality falls short on cleaning, here and in the rest of Amsterdam. The dog policy is not respected at all here and also not enforced!!! My only unpleasant experience here in the neighbourhood was not really properly resolved by the police.... I don't miss the quay and find it a pity that the municipality makes the houseboat policy so ridiculously complicated.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice pleasant rural greetings and you too enjoy their flowers many open spaces where you can drink coffee eat and super nice neighbourhood surroundings with water as a tourist attraction and transport. The neighbours greet the same tourists chat and ask about streets neighbourhood museums. With maritime museum also weekend visitors from other neighbourhoods tell about when they were here friends with people who are already gone. Not easy to park sometimes very busy on the road and with a shop downstairs parking spaces are if you pay. Otherwise very busy when police drive you hear the beautiful church bells children with their school teachers walking. It is picturesque sometimes you find painters with their materials. I moved a few months ago I live better because I have more air and space. Many birds nothing for nothing this neighbourhood is called the Amazon of Europe.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood here is nice and child-friendly, there are 2 playgrounds nearby and they are big, also there are plenty of shops in the area and it is a nice neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €709,192 | €669,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,866 | – |
How residents experience their district
I have nice neighbours and the neighbourhood is nice. The municipality falls short on cleaning, here and in the rest of Amsterdam. The dog policy is not respected at all here and also not enforced!!! My only unpleasant experience here in the neighbourhood was not really properly resolved by the police.... I don't miss the quay and find it a pity that the municipality makes the houseboat policy so ridiculously complicated.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice pleasant rural greetings and you too enjoy their flowers many open spaces where you can drink coffee eat and super nice neighbourhood surroundings with water as a tourist attraction and transport. The neighbours greet the same tourists chat and ask about streets neighbourhood museums. With maritime museum also weekend visitors from other neighbourhoods tell about when they were here friends with people who are already gone. Not easy to park sometimes very busy on the road and with a shop downstairs parking spaces are if you pay. Otherwise very busy when police drive you hear the beautiful church bells children with their school teachers walking. It is picturesque sometimes you find painters with their materials. I moved a few months ago I live better because I have more air and space. Many birds nothing for nothing this neighbourhood is called the Amazon of Europe.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood here is nice and child-friendly, there are 2 playgrounds nearby and they are big, also there are plenty of shops in the area and it is a nice neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €755,500 | €641,447 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,130 | – |
| Rent price | €2,536 p/m | €2,222 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 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 | – |
Jacob Burggraafstraat 116, Amsterdam
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