Robert Scottbuurt-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on James Rosskade sits in a quiet pocket of De Kolenkit, a neighbourhood that feels more village than city. At €450,000 for 60 m², the price is in line with the average for apartments in Amsterdam, though the median in this buurt is lower. The energy label C means reasonable efficiency, and the 1950s build gives it solid bones.
Robert Scottbuurt-West is a compact, predominantly residential area with a high proportion of single-person households (about half). It's densely built, over 7,900 addresses per km², so you're never far from a neighbour. The streets are lined with post-war flats, and the vibe is calm but connected. There are no resident reviews available, but the figures show a mix of ages, with the largest group being 25-45 year olds. The neighbourhood Robert Scottbuurt-West has a low crime rate relative to its density.
Your daily bread comes from Dirk or Albert Heijn, both just around the corner. For school runs, the Enderun Hisar Amsterdam and Tijl Uilenspiegelschool are a couple of streets away, while the Bos en Lommerschool is a five-minute walk. The park or garden is a five-minute stroll, and a restaurant is on your doorstep. The municipality Amsterdam provides all the urban amenities you'd expect, from libraries to public transport.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Peters en Partners Makelaars en Taxateurs and also appears on Funda, so you have two channels to explore.
Details of this home
James Rosskade 17-2, Amsterdam
Data from Robert Scottbuurt-West
Data from Robert Scottbuurt-West
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About James Rosskade 17-2, Amsterdam
The asking price of €450,000 is close to the average sale price in the neighbourhood (€454,154) and above the median (€295,000). Given the 60 m² floor area, the price per m² (€7,500) is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €8,130, so it's priced in line with the market.
The energy label is C, which is average for a flat of this age. It means the home is reasonably well-insulated but not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy costs, though exact amounts depend on usage.
The nearest train station is 2.9 km away, which is about a 35-minute walk or a short bus ride.
Robert Scottbuurt-West has a mix of households, with about 13% having children. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the area is quiet with parks nearby. However, flats dominate, so outdoor space is limited to communal areas.
Currently, 13 flats are for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €265,000 to €1,100,000. The average time on market for sold homes is 43 days, indicating a steady market.
This is an apartment (flat) with two bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, and bathroom. The exact layout is not detailed, but the 60 m² is typical for a two-bedroom flat in this area.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Robert Scottbuurt-West


