Jan Maijenbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on James Cookstraat sits in the lively Jan Maijenbuurt, a stone's throw from the Vondelpark. At €599,000 for 47 m², the price is 23% above the neighbourhood average of €487,786, which puts it on the high side compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
The Jan Maijenbuurt is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a very high address density. It's home to many young professionals and students, with a large share of one-person households. The area has a lively, cosmopolitan feel. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: Dirk is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For primary schools, Rosa Boekdrukker is a five-minute walk, and Joop en Willy Westerweel is also within easy reach. The Vondelpark is on your doorstep for a quick escape from the city bustle. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and recreational amenities you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Brummer Makelaars o.g.
Details of this home
James Cookstraat 16H, Amsterdam
Data from Jan Maijenbuurt
Data from Jan Maijenbuurt
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About James Cookstraat 16H, Amsterdam
The asking price of €599,000 is 23% above the average asking price in the Jan Maijenbuurt (€487,786) and also above the median of €450,000. However, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €8,433, and this apartment is 47 m², so the price per m² works out to about €12,745. That's significantly higher than the neighbourhood average, so the price is on the high side.
The energy label is B, which is quite efficient. In the Jan Maijenbuurt, 28.6% of homes have label B, while 71.4% have a lower label (D or worse). So this apartment is better than most in the neighbourhood in terms of energy performance, meaning lower heating costs compared to older, less efficient homes.
The nearest train station is 2.9 km away. That's about a 35-minute walk or a short bike ride.
The Jan Maijenbuurt recorded 149 total crimes in the latest data. With a population of 2,250, that's a crime rate of about 66 per 1,000 residents. This is a relatively high figure, typical for a very urban area. It's always wise to check recent local news for a fuller picture.
There are currently 14 apartments for sale in the Jan Maijenbuurt. In the past period, 45 homes were sold, with an average selling time of 24 days. That suggests a fairly active market, though this particular home is priced above the average.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Rosa Boekdrukker is 228 m away, Joop en Willy Westerweel is 387 m, and Islamitische basisschool Al Maes is 388 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.4 km away.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Jan Maijenbuurt