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Zuidwestkwadrant-Zuid, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Johan Hofmanstraat sits in a lively part of Amsterdam, with a spacious 96 m² floor plan and a 2009 build. The energy label A means it's efficient to heat. At €3,000 per month, the rent is 47% above the neighbourhood average of €2,036, so it's on the high side compared to other rentals in the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price.
The Zuidwestkwadrant-Zuid neighbourhood is a mixed area with around 6,200 residents. It's densely built up, with a high address density of 4,584 per km². Based on four reviews, opinions are divided. One resident calls it "Adequate/average (not bad, but not fantastic either. Just normal)", noting plenty of schools, supermarkets and playgrounds, but also litter and limited parking. Another says "Could be better", mentioning explosions, rubbish and arguments. A third review, titled "Hamas headquarters", complains about a pro-Palestine squatter building and a lack of Dutch shops, though they appreciate the walking and cycling routes. The area has many families and a mix of ages, with average household sizes around 2.0.
For daily shopping, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Lidl and Jumbo a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, including Basisschool de Wereldburger and De Odyssee, plus Yuverta vmbo Amsterdam-West for secondary education. The neighbourhood has many playgrounds, making it family-friendly. For a wider range of shops and restaurants, the local centre is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam offers extensive amenities and public services, as you'd expect from the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via Prestige Real Estate & Rental.
Details of this home
Johan Hofmanstraat 249, Amsterdam
Satisfactory · 4 residents
Hardly any Dutch shops... mostly Muslim. On Tussenmeer 85 there is a squatter's pro-Palestine building... while everything is being done in the neighbourhood to make it nice. The building is full of Palestine flags and hate texts. We want more Dutch shops... For the rest... nice area for walking and cycling. The city is accessible from all sides and everything is well reachable. All shops are present.
Auto-translated to English by AIAdequate/average (not bad, but not fantastic either. Just normal), it's not the best, but no neighbourhood is; things can always change/improve. Plenty of educational opportunities, supermarkets like Albert Heijn and Jumbo, a bit further (15 minutes walk) there's also the centre with all sorts of other amenities such as shops, supermarkets, ice cream shops, restaurants, etc. Many playgrounds, so really family-friendly. However, I must admit that there is little parking space, possibly due to these amenities. Hygiene could also be better; there is often some rubbish on the ground that doesn't belong there, like cans etc. Housing: there are many homes and houses in the neighbourhood, also with private and shared garages, so really great.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are so often bombs and explosions. And a lot of rubbish thrown on the ground. Constant arguments. Many young people with fitbikes. Almost got run over.
Auto-translated to English by AIVaried. I can't describe it with one word because in some areas it differs greatly from another. One aspect is simply a bit less good, for example there is very little parking space. Other areas are really great, everything is nearby, much is within walking distance, think schools, supermarkets, city centre, restaurants etc. That there is little greenery is not surprising when you live in a neighbourhood. Hygiene could also be better in my opinion, there are many things always on the street while there is a bin just 1 metre away.
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About Johan Hofmanstraat 249, Amsterdam
At €3,000 per month, the rent is 47% above the neighbourhood average of €2,036. The apartment is 96 m² with an A energy label and built in 2009, which are strong features. However, the neighbourhood has mixed reviews, and the price is significantly higher than the median of €2,000. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the modern specs and location.
Rental properties in Zuidwestkwadrant-Zuid are let on average within 17 days, which indicates a relatively quick market. With only 4 rentals currently available, competition may be moderate. The apartment's higher price might make it less rushed, but the modern features could attract interest.
The neighbourhood has many playgrounds and several primary schools within walking distance, such as Basisschool de Wereldburger and De Odyssee. There are also secondary schools nearby. Reviews mention it's family-friendly, though some note litter and occasional disturbances. The area has a mix of families and singles, with about 38% of households having children.
The nearest train station is 4 km away. That's about a 10-minute drive or a 20-minute bike ride.
Albert Heijn is just 242 metres away, so on your doorstep. Lidl and Jumbo are within 700 metres, a five- to ten-minute walk. Vomar and Dirk are also within a kilometre. For daily groceries, you're well covered.
The listing does not mention parking. One review notes limited parking space due to amenities. Amsterdam has paid parking in most areas, so you may need to check with the municipality for permits. The property does not include a garage or private parking according to the data.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means heating costs are likely to be low compared to older homes. The apartment was built in 2009, so it meets modern insulation standards. No specific energy consumption figures are provided.
The neighbourhood recorded 328 total crimes, but without a per capita figure it's hard to compare. Reviews mention explosions and arguments, but also that it's "adequate" and family-friendly. The urbanity level is very strong (1), so some noise and activity are expected.
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