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Scheldebuurt-Midden, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1930s apartment on the Merwedeplein sits in the heart of the Rivierenbuurt, a neighbourhood known for its leafy squares and pre-war architecture. With 100 m² of living space and an energy label C, it offers a solid base in a sought-after part of the city. At €1,350,000, the asking price is 70% above the neighbourhood average of €794,259 and is the highest of the 29 apartments currently for sale in the area, a clear reflection of its prime position and size. For context, the average price per m² in the buurt is €9,194, so this home is priced on the high side. See more apartments in Amsterdam.
Scheldebuurt-Midden is a quiet, residential pocket of Amsterdam-Zuid, built in the 1920s and 1930s. The streets are lined with plane trees, and the architecture is consistent: all homes date from before 1945. It is a dense, urban area, with 8,604 addresses per km², yet it feels calm. The population is mixed: many young professionals (the 25-45 age group is the largest), a fair number of over-65s, and relatively few families with children. One resident describes it as "a peaceful neighbourhood with a strong sense of community, where people greet each other on the street." Another says: "You have everything you need within walking distance, yet it never feels touristy." The neighbourhood Scheldebuurt-Midden is well-regarded for its balance of urban convenience and residential tranquillity.
Your morning routine could start with a coffee at one of the cafes on the square, then a short walk to the Albert Heijn supermarket just around the corner. For fresh bread, the Coop is also a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, including the 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren. Secondary schools like the Berlage Lyceum are a ten-minute walk away. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality Amsterdam, which means excellent access to parks, museums and public transport, the nearest train station is 1.3 km away.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Heeren Makelaars. The asking price is €1,350,000.
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Merwedeplein 57H, Amsterdam
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About Merwedeplein 57H, Amsterdam
The asking price is 70% above the average asking price in Scheldebuurt-Midden (€794,259) and is the highest of the 29 apartments currently for sale in the buurt. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €9,194, so at 100 m² the price per m² works out at €13,500, well above the local average. This reflects the apartment's size and location on the Merwedeplein, but it is certainly on the high side compared to other listings.
The energy label is C. This is a common label for pre-war apartments in Amsterdam. It means the home has basic insulation and double glazing in some places, but heating costs will be moderate. In the neighbourhood, 43.3% of homes have label C, while 30% have a lower label (D or worse).
The nearest train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk. The high address density (8,604 per km²) indicates a very urban environment with frequent public transport options.
Scheldebuurt-Midden has a mix of residents: about 385 households with children, 825 single-person households, and 505 couples without children. There are several primary schools within walking distance, such as the 15e montessorischool (166 m) and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren (320 m). The area is quiet and safe, with a park just around the corner (300 m).
In the past period, 93 homes were sold in the neighbourhood at an average price of €862,666, with an average time on the market of 38 days. The current asking price of €1,350,000 is significantly higher than the average sold price, but this apartment is larger (100 m² vs. 85 m² average) and located on a prime square.
The total number of recorded crimes in the neighbourhood is 171. Given the population of 3,150, this works out at about 54 crimes per 1,000 residents, a moderate figure for a dense urban area in Amsterdam. Residents describe the area as peaceful and safe.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Scheldebuurt-Midden
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