Columbusplein en omgeving, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis first-floor apartment on the Marco Polostraat sits in a lively part of Amsterdam West, where the streets are lined with early 20th-century architecture and the pavements buzz with café life. At 87 m², it's a comfortable size for a couple or a small household, and the D energy label means heating costs are something to budget for. With a rent of €3,250, it sits 16% above the neighbourhood average of €2,805, so it's on the high side compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
The neighbourhood Columbusplein e.o. is a dense, urban pocket with over 10,000 addresses per km², very much city living. It's a young area: nearly half the residents are between 25 and 45, and most households are singles or couples without children. There are no reviews from residents in the data, so the feel of the street is best judged by visiting. The neighbourhood sees a fair number of reported incidents (221 in the latest count), which is typical for a central Amsterdam district.
Your daily bread and milk are just around the corner: Dirk, Albert Heijn and Aldi are all within a five-minute walk. For school runs, the Joop en Willy Westerweel primary school is a couple of streets away, and the 10e Montessorischool De Meidoorn is also within easy walking distance. The municipality Amsterdam keeps the city well connected, with a train station a ten-minute walk away and plenty of restaurants and parks nearby.
At the time of writing the home is listed via First Class Housing and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Marco Polostraat 75-2, Amsterdam
Data from Columbusplein en omgeving
Data from Columbusplein en omgeving
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About Marco Polostraat 75-2, Amsterdam
The rent is 16% above the neighbourhood average of €2,805, so it's on the high side. However, the apartment is 87 m², while the average rental in the area is 71 m², so you're getting more space. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the extra square metres and the location in Amsterdam West.
Rental properties in Columbusplein e.o. are let in an average of 17 days, which is relatively fast. With only 5 apartments currently available for rent, competition can be brisk. If you're interested, it's worth arranging a viewing promptly.
The apartment has an energy label D. This is average for a building from 1929, it's not the most efficient, so you can expect higher energy bills compared to a modern home. The label is based on the building's insulation, heating system and windows.
The area is very popular with 25-45 year olds, who make up nearly half the population. It's a dense, urban environment with plenty of cafés, restaurants and shops within walking distance. The vibe is lively and cosmopolitan, typical of Amsterdam West.
There are several supermarkets within a five-minute walk: Dirk at 354 metres, Albert Heijn at 367 metres, and Aldi at 389 metres. You'll never have to carry groceries far.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short tram ride. For daily commuting, trams and buses are more convenient for getting around Amsterdam.
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