Oostenburg, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 50 m² apartment in Amsterdam's Oostenburg district is a brand-new build (2024) with an A++++ energy label, about as efficient as it gets. The asking price of €500,000 is 33% below the neighbourhood average of €743,600, though the floor area is 40% smaller than the typical 83 m² in the area. For context, flats in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one is priced keenly for its size and newness.
Oostenburg is part of Amsterdam's Oostelijke Eilanden, a dense urban area with 6,440 addresses per km². It's a young, dynamic place: most residents are between 25 and 45, and 60% of households are single-person. There are no resident reviews available for this street, but the neighbourhood is known for its mix of historic warehouses and modern developments. The Oostenburg neighbourhood has a strong community feel, with many new-build projects attracting first-time buyers and young professionals.
For your morning bread, Vomar is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Basisschool Oostelijke Eilanden is a couple of streets away, and Alan Turingschool is just a bit further. For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Pax is a ten-minute walk. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station about 1.6 km away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the cultural and leisure amenities you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via RET Makelaars - De specialist van Amsterdam-Oost.
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Jan Kiststraat 191, Amsterdam
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About Jan Kiststraat 191, Amsterdam
The asking price of €500,000 is 33% below the average asking price in Oostenburg (€743,600), but the apartment is also 40% smaller than the neighbourhood average (50 m² vs 83 m²). Given its brand-new construction and top energy label, the price per m² works out to €10,000, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €9,210 per m². So it's priced competitively for a new-build.
The energy label is A++++, the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with minimal heating costs and a very low environmental impact. In Oostenburg, 88.9% of homes have an A or A+ label, so this fits the neighbourhood trend.
Oostenburg is ideal for young professionals: 60% of households are single-person, and the largest age group is 25-45. The area is very urban (address density 6,440 per km²) with plenty of restaurants, bars, and cultural spots nearby. The train station is 1.6 km away, making commuting easy.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Basisschool Oostelijke Eilanden (327 m), Alan Turingschool (421 m), and Piet Hein (452 m). For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Pax is 754 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
The closest supermarket is Vomar at 418 m, just a few minutes' walk. Albert Heijn is 530 m away, and there are several other options within 700 m, including SPAR express and Jumbo.
In the most recent data, Oostenburg recorded 211 total crimes. Given the dense urban setting, this is moderate. The neighbourhood is generally considered safe, especially the newer developments.
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