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Da Costabuurt-Zuid, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 47 m² apartment in a 1887 building brings you the real Amsterdam living experience: high ceilings, large windows and a cosy floor plan. With an energy label C, it's reasonably efficient for its age. The asking price of €465,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €558,816, making it a relatively accessible entry into this popular area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam typically command higher prices per square metre.
Da Costabuurt-Zuid is a tight-knit, diverse neighbourhood with a strong community feel. One resident, who has lived here their whole life, says: "There's often a nice atmosphere and I feel safe walking the streets. You're always greeted kindly by the neighbours." The area is dominated by pre-war buildings and is home to many young professionals and singles, over half the population is between 25 and 45. With an address density of over 11,000 per km², it's truly urban, yet the streets feel welcoming. Discover more about the Da Costabuurt-Zuid neighbourhood.
Your morning coffee is just around the corner, a restaurant is 100 metres away. For groceries, Vomar is a couple of streets away, and Lidl and Jumbo are within a five-minute walk. Primary school OBS Leonardo da Vinci is just around the corner, and secondary school Huygens College is a five-minute walk. The Kinkerstraat, with its shops and cafes, is a short stroll. All this is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, where urban convenience is the norm.
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The asking price of €465,000 is 17% below the average asking price in Da Costabuurt-Zuid (€558,816), so it's on the keen side. However, the apartment is compact at 47 m², and the energy label C is average for the area. Comparable apartments in the neighbourhood have sold for around €580,000 on average, but those tend to be larger. Given the price per m² (€9,894), it's in line with the local market.
Da Costabuurt-Zuid is a friendly, urban neighbourhood with a strong community feel. One long-term resident describes it as safe and welcoming, with neighbours greeting each other on the street. The area is lively, with many shops and restaurants nearby, especially along Kinkerstraat. It has become more touristy in recent years, but that's part of living in central Amsterdam.
The nearest train station is 3.2 km away, which is about a 40-minute walk or a 15-minute bike ride.
Several supermarkets are within walking distance: Vomar is 200 metres away, Lidl 283 metres, Jumbo 295 metres, Ekoplaza 340 metres, and Dirk 367 metres. So daily shopping is very convenient.
Primary school OBS Leonardo da Vinci is 173 metres away, and secondary school Huygens College is 265 metres. Other options include 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan (513 m) and Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt (695 m).
The energy label is C, which is average for homes in this neighbourhood (31.6% of homes have label C). It means the home has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency, but you can expect moderate energy costs. Older buildings in the area often have lower labels, so C is a decent starting point.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. Given the apartment is on the second floor of a 1887 building, it's unlikely to have private outdoor space, but this is not confirmed in the data.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I've lived in this neighbourhood my whole life and I'm very happy here. There's often a nice atmosphere and I feel safe walking the streets. You're always greeted kindly by the neighbours. Also, there are many handy shops nearby and you can have a pleasant stroll down Kinkerstraat. It has become more touristy lately, but that's just part of living in the city...
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| Sale price | €558,816 | €525,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,407 | – |
| Rent price | €2,500 p/m | €2,500 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €48 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I've lived here for over 40 years, my children grew up here, and I've seen the neighbourhood change, for better and for worse. In terms of safety, I gave it a passing grade, although there could be a bit more lighting here and there; some streets are very dark. As for hygiene, I put it down to the residents; if everyone disposes of their rubbish properly, it's fine, but that's not always the case. Then housing: our young people have difficulty finding a home because certain population groups get priority. Accessibility is good for me, but I can imagine that if you're older and they just remove stops, you have trouble getting to your destination. Education is fine, plenty of schools in the area. Also plenty of supermarkets nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here for over 40 years, seen the neighbourhood grow, very varied with something for everyone. Young and old together. I'll stay a while longer...
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in this neighbourhood my whole life and I'm very happy here. There's often a nice atmosphere and I feel safe walking the streets. You're always greeted kindly by the neighbours. Also, there are many handy shops nearby and you can have a pleasant stroll down Kinkerstraat. It has become more touristy lately, but that's just part of living in the city...
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| Sale price | €530,486 | €487,917 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,746 | – |
| Rent price | €3,250 p/m | €3,250 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €45 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 | €823,110 | €693,574 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,886 | – |
| Rent price | €2,794 p/m | €2,603 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Jacob van Lennepkade 16-2, Amsterdam
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