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Geuzenhofbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Korte Geuzenstraat is a real outlier in the Geuzenhofbuurt. With 450 m² of living space, it is far larger than the neighbourhood average, yet the asking price of €108,000 is 77% below the average asking price of €463,000. That makes this home exceptionally keenly priced for a flat in Amsterdam. For context, flats in Amsterdam typically command much higher prices per square metre.
The Geuzenhofbuurt neighbourhood is a densely urban area with a very high address density. It is home to 1,665 residents, mostly single-person households (740) and young adults aged 25-45 (940). There are few children (115 under 15). The housing stock consists entirely of flats, all built before 1945. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, you have an Aldi just around the corner and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Daltonschool De Waterkant is just around the corner, and St. Janschool is a five-minute walk. The area is well served by restaurants and a park is on your doorstep. The municipality of Amsterdam provides all urban amenities you would expect.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Boelen Makelaardij.
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Yes, the price is very keen. The asking price is 77% below the neighbourhood average of €463,000, and the average sold price in the area is €444,250. However, the energy label G means heating costs will be high, and the home is much larger than typical flats here, so the price per square metre is exceptionally low.
The low price likely reflects the poor energy label (G) and possibly the need for renovation. The neighbourhood average price per m² is €9,314, but this home's price per m² is just €240, which is far below market rates. The listing does not state the condition, so a viewing is essential to understand the reason.
The energy label is G, the lowest rating. This means the home is not energy-efficient and will have high heating costs. In the neighbourhood, all sold homes have label C or better, so this property is an outlier. You should budget for significant energy bills and possible improvements.
At 450 m², this apartment is 800% larger than the neighbourhood average of 50 m². It is exceptionally spacious for a flat in this area, where the housing stock consists entirely of flats built before 1945. Such a large living area is rare.
The Geuzenhofbuurt is very urban with a high density of addresses. Most residents are single-person households and young adults aged 25-45, so it suits professionals. There are few families with children. Amenities like supermarkets, restaurants and a park are within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 3.8 km away, so it is not within walking distance. You would need a bike, bus or car to reach it.
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance. Daltonschool De Waterkant is 238 m away, St. Janschool is 293 m, and the 10e Montessorischool De Meidoorn is 344 m away. Secondary schools are also within 0.7 km.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €459,079 | €450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,546 | – |
| Rent price | €3,250 p/m | €3,250 p/m |
How residents experience their district
It's nice there and friendly people. But a sense of togetherness is lacking and I don't have much contact with my neighbours either, which I regret. My primary school days in this neighbourhood were really perfect and the restaurants and shops are also very good. But there are many students and expats, which makes me feel a certain divide and not much community. I myself would like to move out, but that's certainly not possible in my neighbourhood because they are far too expensive.
Auto-translated to English by AINice and cosy, there is an ice cream shop and a playground called de ruige speeltijn but now it's for babies because everything is getting super small, which is a shame, but the rest is great. We get along well and some of my friends live very close by, which is also nice. But I do think there should be more playgrounds for older children, because babies are fine at home too, but older kids just end up on their phones or laptops, so more playgrounds for older children, that's the only thing.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €551,736 | €542,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,743 | – |
| Rent price | €2,770 p/m | €2,720 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €36 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 | €835,039 | €703,650 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,951 | – |
| Rent price | €2,803 p/m | €2,646 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Korte Geuzenstraat 700, Amsterdam
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