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Rijnbuurt-Midden, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits on a quiet street in the Rijnbuurt-Midden neighbourhood, a stone's throw from the Amstel River. At 56 m² it's compact but well laid out, with a C energy label and a 1937 build that gives it solid pre-war character. The asking price of €450,000 is well below the neighbourhood average of €1.2 million, though the floor area is also smaller than the local norm. Compared to other apartments in Amsterdam, this is a keen entry point into the city's owner-occupied market.
Rijnbuurt-Midden is a dense, urban pocket of Amsterdam with a young population, nearly half of residents are between 25 and 45. Most households are single-person, and the area has a lively, city-centre feel. The streets are lined with pre-war architecture, and the neighbourhood scores high on urbanity with over 5,300 addresses per km². There are no resident reviews available, but the area is known for its mix of local shops and easy access to the river. For more context, see the Rijnbuurt-Midden neighbourhood.
Daily errands are a breeze: a Vomar supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For primary schools, both IBS Elif Amsterdam and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren are within a five-minute walk. The Amstel riverbank is a few minutes' stroll, and the train station is a ten-minute walk. The area falls under the municipality of Amsterdam, which means excellent city-wide amenities and public transport connections.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through two channels, including Ouwehand v/d Meijden Makelaars B.V. and on Funda.
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The asking price of €450,000 is 63% below the average asking price in Rijnbuurt-Midden (€1,200,881), but the apartment is also smaller than the neighbourhood average (56 m² vs 100 m²). The median asking price in the area is €550,000, so this listing is on the lower end. Given the compact size and C energy label, the price appears in line with what you'd expect for a smaller pre-war flat in this part of Amsterdam.
Rijnbuurt-Midden is a very urban neighbourhood with a high address density (5,375 per km²). The population is young, with nearly half aged 25,45, and most households are single-person. The area has a mix of pre-war buildings and local amenities. It's a lively, central part of Amsterdam, close to the Amstel river.
The nearest supermarket is Vomar at 226 metres, just around the corner. An Albert Heijn is 286 metres away, and an Aldi is 458 metres. For daily groceries, you have several options within a five-minute walk.
Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: IBS Elif Amsterdam and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren, both about 240 metres away. The 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is 277 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is 0.7 km away.
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you direct connections to Amsterdam Central and other major stations.
The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. It means the home has reasonable insulation but is not as efficient as modern builds. Heating costs will be moderate, but you can expect some energy use typical of a 1937 property.
Currently, 21 apartments are for sale in Rijnbuurt-Midden, with prices ranging from €325,000 to €12,750,000. The average asking price per m² is €9,670, so this apartment at €8,036 per m² is slightly below the average.
The neighbourhood recorded 135 total crimes in the latest data. As a dense urban area, it's typical for a central Amsterdam location. Specific safety perceptions can vary by street.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,476,300 | €625,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,034 | – |
| Rent price | €3,043 p/m | €2,400 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €40 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Many activities for children, dog-friendly
Auto-translated to English by AISafe and nice neighbourhood, close to public transport, but the rubbish collectors should come more often to take the rubbish away, they often leave the rubbish behind which doesn't give a nice street view! All supermarkets nearby. Nice playground in the neighbourhood and a football field. The street lighting could be a bit better, quite dark! Good school where my grandchildren attend. In short, a reasonably good neighbourhood. I am satisfied.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €836,992 | €595,985 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,621 | – |
| Rent price | €3,031 p/m | €2,766 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €37 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 | – |
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