John Franklinbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits on a lively street in the Van Galenbuurt, a stone's throw from the Erasmuspark. At 55 m² it's a compact but well-proportioned home, typical of the 1930s architecture in this part of Amsterdam. The rent of €2,500 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €2,900, but still keen for a property with an energy label B. For more context, see apartments in Amsterdam.
The John Franklinbuurt is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a young population, most residents are between 25 and 45. It's a mix of singles and couples, with few families. The area has a strong city feel, with plenty of restaurants and cafes just around the corner. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here is based on statistics. For a broader view, explore the John Franklinbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and a Dirk and Aldi are within a five-minute walk. For primary schools, the Rosa Boekdrukker school is on your doorstep, and the Admiraal De Ruyterschool is just around the corner. The Erasmuspark is also just around the corner for a quick break. For more about the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Geldhof Makelaardij o.g.
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Details of this home
Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredThe WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
About Jan van Galenstraat 191-3, Amsterdam
The rent of €2,500 is below the neighbourhood average of €2,900 for rentals, which suggests it is priced. However, with only one rental property currently available in the John Franklinbuurt, the market is very thin, so direct comparisons are limited.
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. Label B indicates a relatively efficient home, meaning you can expect moderate energy costs compared to older or less efficient properties.
The nearest train station is 3.1 km away, which is about a 10-minute cycle or a short bus ride. The listing does not specify which station, but the distance is given.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: Rosa Boekdrukker (106 m), Admiraal De Ruyterschool (376 m), and Islamitische basisschool Al Maes (401 m). Secondary education is 1.2 km away.
The neighbourhood recorded 89 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a dense urban area. The area has a young, active population, and the Erasmuspark nearby adds a green, open feel.
With an address density of 10,581 per km², the John Franklinbuurt is classified as very strongly urban (level 1). Expect a lively, bustling environment with shops, restaurants, and public transport close by.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €458,625 | €425,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,505 | – |
| Rent price | €2,850 p/m | €2,850 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €40 p/m | – |
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €477,182 | €440,909 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,823 | – |
| Rent price | €2,738 p/m | €2,738 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €39 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 | €822,940 | €695,417 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,920 | – |
| Rent price | €2,802 p/m | €2,604 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Jan van Galenstraat 191-3, Amsterdam
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