L-buurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Leerdamhof sits in the L-buurt, a leafy pocket of Amsterdam where the streets are calm and the pace is relaxed. With 120 m² of living space, it is noticeably roomier than the neighbourhood average of 84 m². The price of €495,000 is 33% above the average asking price in the area, which reflects the extra square metres and the A energy label. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its size and efficiency.
The L-buurt is a residential area built in the 1980s, with wide streets and plenty of green spaces. A park is on your doorstep, and the neighbourhood has a mix of ages, though many residents are between 25 and 45. The area is well served by schools and shops, and the train station is a ten-minute walk away. The L-buurt neighbourhood has a strong sense of community, with a low crime rate and a high proportion of owner-occupied homes.
For your morning bread, Vomar is just around the corner, and Aldi and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. Families appreciate the nearby primary schools: Openbare Daltonschool Nellestein is a five-minute walk, and IKC de Brink is a ten-minute walk. Secondary school Ir. Lely Lyceum is also within walking distance. The area falls under the municipality of Amsterdam, which means excellent public services and cultural amenities are never far.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via Van Gent Makelaardij.
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Leerdamhof 393, Amsterdam
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About Leerdamhof 393, Amsterdam
The asking price is 33% above the neighbourhood average of €370,914, but the apartment is also 43% larger than the average (120 m² vs 84 m²). The A energy label adds value too. Compared to recent sales in the area, where the average sold price was €348,825, this is on the high side, but the extra space and efficiency justify the premium.
The L-buurt has a mix of households, with about a quarter having children. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including a Dalton school and an IKC. The area is quiet and green, with a park right on your doorstep. The crime rate is low, and most homes are owner-occupied, which contributes to a stable community feel.
The apartment has an A energy label, which is very efficient. This means heating costs are likely to be low, and the home is well insulated. In the neighbourhood, about 26% of homes have label A, so this is a strong point for this property.
The nearest train station is 3 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk or a short cycle.
Vomar supermarket is about 1 km away, just around the corner. Aldi and Albert Heijn are also within a couple of streets away, at around 1.1 km. For daily groceries, you have several options within a ten-minute walk.
The listing does not mention a VvE (homeowners' association) or service costs.
The listing does not state how long it has been available. However, recent sales in the neighbourhood took an average of 41 days to sell, which gives a rough indication of the market pace.
6 homes in the neighbourhood L-buurt