Scheldebuurt-Oost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1932 apartment on Lekstraat in Amsterdam's Scheldebuurt-Oost combines classic architecture with a modern A energy label. At 135 m², it's spacious for the area, and the asking price of €695,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €766,056, but the size and efficiency justify it. For context, the average price per m² in the area is €8,137, so this home is priced slightly above that. You can compare it with other apartments in Amsterdam.
Scheldebuurt-Oost is a densely populated part of Amsterdam, with 2,430 residents and a very high address density of 8,278 per km². It's a young area: most residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone. The neighbourhood is almost entirely pre-war housing, and the energy labels vary, with over half at C and only 15.8% at A. There are no reviews from residents in the data, but the area is known for its lively streets and proximity to the river Amstel. The neighbourhood Scheldebuurt-Oost is well-connected and popular.
For your morning bread, Vomar is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are two primary schools within a five-minute walk: IBS Elif Amsterdam and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren. For secondary education, Berlage Lyceum is a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood also has a park or public garden just around the corner, and a restaurant within a couple of streets. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the amenities you'd expect from a major city.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via MVG Vastgoedbeheer B.V. and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Lekstraat 104-3, Amsterdam
Data from Scheldebuurt-Oost
Data from Scheldebuurt-Oost
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About Lekstraat 104-3, Amsterdam
The asking price of €695,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €766,056, but this apartment is larger (135 m²) than the average (111 m²). The price per m² is about €5,148, which is below the neighbourhood average of €8,137 per m², so it's actually good value for the size. However, the market in Scheldebuurt-Oost is active: homes sell in about 35 days on average.
This apartment has an energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, only 15.8% of homes have label A, while over half are at C. Label A means lower energy costs and a more comfortable home, especially in a pre-war building where many homes have poorer insulation.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a 15-20 minute walk. This gives you direct connections to the rest of the city and beyond.
The neighbourhood has a young population, with many singles and couples. About 28% of households have children, and the average household size is 1.8. It's a dense, urban area with a lively atmosphere.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance, including IBS Elif Amsterdam and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren, both just 100 m away. For secondary education, Berlage Lyceum is about 500 m away.
Vomar is just 255 m away, and Albert Heijn is 298 m away, so daily shopping is very convenient. There are also an Aldi and a Coop within a short walk.
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