Leidsebuurt-Noordwest, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits on the Korte Leidsedwarsstraat, right in the thick of Amsterdam's nightlife and culture. At 52 m² it is compact but cleverly laid out, with an A energy label keeping running costs low. The asking price of €485,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €647,500, partly because the home is smaller than the local norm. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in size and price.
The Leidsebuurt-Noordwest is a dense, urban pocket with a young population, most residents are between 25 and 45. It is a neighbourhood of singles and couples, with very few children. The area has a high address density and a lively, sometimes hectic feel. There are no resident reviews available for this street, but the CBS figures show a mix of owner-occupied and rental homes, mostly built between 1970 and 1990. For more on the area, see the Leidsebuurt-Noordwest neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: the AH to go is on your doorstep, and a full Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For fresh organic produce, Ekoplaza is a five-minute walk. Primary schools like OBS Leonardo da Vinci are a ten-minute walk away, and secondary schools such as Barlaeus Gymnasium are just around the corner. The neighbourhood is well served by public transport, with tram and bus stops nearby. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Francis Helmig Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 29A, Amsterdam
Data from Leidsebuurt-Noordwest
Data from Leidsebuurt-Noordwest
151 within 5 km
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About Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 29A, Amsterdam
The asking price of €485,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €647,500 and the median of €647,500. However, this apartment is smaller than the local average (52 m² vs 81 m²), so the price per square metre is about €9,327, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €8,235. Overall, the price is in line with the market given the size and central location.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home is well insulated and heating costs are likely to be low. In the neighbourhood, half of the homes have label B and half have label C, so this apartment performs better than most.
The nearest supermarket is an AH to go at 55 metres, perfect for quick groceries. A full Albert Heijn is 234 metres away, and a SPAR is 354 metres. For organic shopping, Ekoplaza is 485 metres away.
Several schools are within walking distance. Barlaeus Gymnasium (secondary) is 394 metres away, OBS Leonardo da Vinci (primary) is 478 metres, and the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan (primary) is 551 metres. Huygens College (secondary) is 625 metres away.
The nearest train station is 2.6 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short tram ride. The area is well connected by trams and buses.
The Leidsebuurt-Noordwest is a very urban area with a high address density. Most residents are young adults between 25 and 45, and the majority live alone. It is a lively neighbourhood with many restaurants and bars, and the crime rate is relatively high. The housing stock is mostly apartments built between 1970 and 1990.
Currently, there are only 2 apartments for sale in the Leidsebuurt-Noordwest, with prices ranging from €395,000 to €900,000. This limited supply means options are scarce.
The apartment was built in 1999, which is relatively modern compared to much of Amsterdam's housing stock. In the neighbourhood, all homes were built between 1970 and 1990, so this one is newer.
5 homes in the neighbourhood Leidsebuurt-Noordwest
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