Frederik Hendrikbuurt-Noord, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis first-floor apartment on the Jacob Catskade sits in a quiet corner of the Frederik Hendrikbuurt-Noord, with the Westerpark just a couple of streets away. At 69 m² it's a compact two-bedroom home, typical of the area's early-1900s architecture. With an asking price of €625,000, that works out at around €9,058 per m², slightly below the neighbourhood average of €10,423, so it's priced keenly for what's on offer. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one sits in the middle of the market.
This is a friendly, child-friendly neighbourhood where people look out for each other. One resident describes it as "Lovely", adding: "Just that everyone is friendly and happy to help." Another calls it "Beautiful but not too quiet", noting: "Well, never experienced anything strange, almost everyone is friendly and it is also child-friendly." The area is densely built with pre-war apartments, and most households are singles or couples without children. Average incomes are in line with the city norm. The neighbourhood Frederik Hendrikbuurt-Noord is well connected and has a strong sense of community.
For your daily bread and groceries, the Albert Heijn on the Overtoom is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a five-minute walk away. There's also an Ekoplaza for organic bits. School runs are easy: Basisschool De Bron is a couple of streets away, and the Cartesius Lyceum for secondary education is even closer. The Westerpark is on your doorstep for a morning jog or an evening stroll. The municipality Amsterdam keeps the area well maintained, and you'll find plenty of restaurants and cafés within walking distance.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Smit & Heinen Makelaars Haarlem and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Jacob Catskade 45-2, Amsterdam
Good · 2 residents
Just that everyone is friendly and happy to help.
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About Jacob Catskade 45-2, Amsterdam
The asking price of €625,000 works out at about €9,058 per m², which is below the neighbourhood average of €10,423 per m². Given that similar apartments in the area sell for a median of €599,500, this one is priced competitively. The energy label C is average for the area, and the 1903 build is typical. Overall, it's a fair price for a well-located apartment in a popular part of Amsterdam.
Frederik Hendrikbuurt-Noord is a friendly, child-friendly area with a strong community feel. Residents describe it as 'Lovely' and 'Beautiful but not too quiet'. It's densely built with pre-war apartments, mostly occupied by singles and couples. The Westerpark is nearby, and there are plenty of shops and restaurants within walking distance. The area scores well on safety and amenities.
The nearest train station is 2.7 km away, which is about a 10-minute cycle or a 30-minute walk. That's a bit further than the Amsterdam average, but the area is well served by trams and buses, so you can easily reach the city centre or other parts of the city without a car.
There are several schools within walking distance. Basisschool De Bron is just 232 metres away, and the Cartesius Lyceum (secondary school) is 323 metres away. Other primary schools like Westerpark and De Catamaran are also within a 5-minute walk. The area is popular with families because of the good school options.
The apartment has energy label C, which is average for a pre-war building. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not as good as modern builds. You can expect moderate energy bills. In the neighbourhood, about 19% of homes have label A, 28% label B, and 33% label C, so this one is in line with the local stock.
The listing states a floor area of 69 m², which typically accommodates two bedrooms.
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