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Spiegelbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits on one of Amsterdam's most famous canals, in the heart of the Grachtengordel. With 67 m² of living space, it is compact but efficient, and the A energy label means it is well insulated. The asking price of €695,000 is 58% below the neighbourhood average of €1,648,105, making it a keen entry point into the Spiegelbuurt compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
The Spiegelbuurt is a small, exclusive enclave within the Grachtengordel-Zuid, known for its antique shops and art galleries. With 890 residents, it is a quiet pocket in the busy city centre. Most homes date from before 1945, and the area has a high proportion of single-person households. The neighbourhood is very urban, with an address density of 9,550 per km². For more context, see the Spiegelbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily shopping is easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a SPAR is a ten-minute walk away. For a quick bite, there are several AH to go options nearby. Primary schools include IKC De Kleine Reus, a five-minute walk away, and the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan, a ten-minute walk. Secondary education is well served by Barlaeus Gymnasium, also a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood falls under the municipality of Amsterdam, which manages local amenities and public spaces.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including BrinkBorgh Makelaardij.
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The asking price of €695,000 is 58% below the average asking price in the Spiegelbuurt, which stands at €1,648,105. However, the apartment is also smaller than average: 67 m² versus 138 m². The price per square metre works out at about €10,373, which is below the neighbourhood average of €15,481 per m². So it is priced keenly for the area.
The apartment has an energy label A, which is very efficient. This means heating costs are likely to be low compared to older properties in the neighbourhood, where 87.5% of homes were built before 1945 and many have lower labels.
The nearest train station is 2.5 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short tram ride.
The Spiegelbuurt has relatively few families: only 75 households have children, and 350 are single-person households. The area is quiet and safe, with a mix of residents. There are several primary schools within walking distance, but the neighbourhood is more popular with couples and singles.
There are currently 19 apartments for sale in the Spiegelbuurt, with prices ranging from €399,000 to €4,250,000. The median price is €1,095,000, so this apartment is well below the median.
The neighbourhood recorded 222 total crimes in the latest data. Given the small population of 890, this is a moderate figure, but the area is generally considered safe and well-policed.
The nearest park or public garden is 0.5 km away, a five-minute walk. The area is very central, so green space is limited, but the canals and streets are pleasant for walking.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,648,105 | €1,095,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €15,481 | – |
| Rent price | €3,040 p/m | €3,250 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €33 p/m | – |
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,980,553 | €1,566,170 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €13,207 | – |
| Rent price | €3,939 p/m | €3,731 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €38 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg 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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €834,169 | €704,951 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,941 | – |
| Rent price | €2,784 p/m | €2,628 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Keizersgracht 515K, Amsterdam
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