Under offer
Borgerbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Jacob van Lennepstraat brings you the charm of 1905 Amsterdam: high ceilings, original details and a cosy 47 m² floor plan. At €450,000, the asking price sits 16% below the neighbourhood average of €536,800, making it a keen entry into the owner-occupied market. For context, apartments in Amsterdam typically command higher prices per square metre.
Borgerbuurt is a mixed, inner-city area with a strong sense of community. One resident who has lived here for over 40 years describes it as "a multicultural neighbourhood" where "young and old together" create a varied atmosphere. Another calls it a "cosy mixed neighbourhood" and says they'll "stay a while longer." The area is densely populated, over 11,000 addresses per km², and home to many singles and older residents. Safety and hygiene get mixed reviews, but the convenience of shops and schools is widely appreciated. Read more about the neighbourhood Borgerbuurt.
Your morning bread run is just around the corner: an Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and a SPAR is a couple of streets away. For school runs, Basisschool Het Winterkoninkje and Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt are both a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers a wealth of cultural venues, parks and restaurants, the nearest restaurant is just around the corner.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Heeren Makelaars and also appears on Funda, so you have two channels to explore. The energy label is C, which is typical for a pre-war apartment of this era.
Details of this home
Jacob van Lennepstraat 252D, Amsterdam
Good · 2 residents
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...
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About Jacob van Lennepstraat 252D, Amsterdam
The asking price is 16% below the average asking price in Borgerbuurt (€536,800) and well under the median of €585,000. Given the 47 m² floor area and energy label C, it is priced keenly compared to other apartments in the neighbourhood. However, the final sale price depends on demand and the condition of the property.
Borgerbuurt is a dense, multicultural area with a mix of ages. Residents appreciate the variety of people and the convenience of shops and schools. Some note that street lighting could be better and that rubbish disposal is not always ideal. Overall, it scores 7.51 out of 10 from two reviews.
The nearest train station is 3.2 km away, so it is not within walking distance. You would need a bike, bus or tram to reach it. The area is well served by public transport within the city.
There are two supermarkets within a couple of streets: an Albert Heijn at 222 metres and a SPAR at 233 metres. Several other Albert Heijn branches are within a ten-minute walk.
Two primary schools are just around the corner: Basisschool Het Winterkoninkje and Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt, both at 176 metres. Several other primary schools are within a ten-minute walk.
The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not as good as modern standards. Heating costs will be moderate, but you may want to consider improvements like double glazing.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Borgerbuurt
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