Minervabuurt-Zuid, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Minervalaan sits in a quiet pocket of Amsterdam Zuid, where the streets are lined with pre-war architecture and the pace is noticeably calmer than the city centre. At €1,300,000 for 122 m², the price is in line with the market, the average in the neighbourhood is around €1,211,000, and the median is €1,137,500. Compared to other apartments in Amsterdam, this one reflects the premium for space and location.
The neighbourhood Minervabuurt-Zuid is a family-friendly area with good schools and plenty of sports options, according to one resident. They describe it as "close to the centre but still relatively quiet" and note that "there are several parks in the area and the surroundings are easily accessible, with a metro and train station within walking distance." The neighbourhood is densely built (over 5,200 addresses per km²) and mostly consists of flats, with nearly half being owner-occupied. It's a mix of families and singles, with a fair share of older residents too.
For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn on Beethovenstraat is just around the corner, and there's an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. The Eerste Openluchtschool voor het Gezonde Kind is a five-minute walk, and secondary schools like Gerrit van der Veen College and St. Nicolaaslyceum are also within walking distance. The municipality Amsterdam provides all the urban amenities you'd expect, from restaurants to parks, all within a ten-minute walk.
At the time of writing the home is listed via INZuid Real Estate and also appears on Pararius, so it's available through several channels.
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The asking price of €1,300,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €1,211,000 and the median of €1,137,500. However, with 122 m² of space and an energy label D, it's in line with what similar apartments in the area have sold for recently. The market here is active, with 61 homes sold in the past period.
Minervabuurt-Zuid is a quiet, family-oriented area with good schools and parks. One resident says it's "close to the centre but still relatively quiet" and appreciates the easy access to metro and train stations. The area has a mix of families and singles, and it's very urban with a high density of addresses.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, which is about a fifteen-minute walk. The resident also mentions a metro station within walking distance, so public transport connections are good.
The closest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 526 metres, just a couple of streets away. There's also an AH to go at 561 metres and an Ekoplaza at 887 metres, so you have several options for daily groceries within a ten-minute walk.
The Eerste Openluchtschool voor het Gezonde Kind (primary) is 339 metres away, a five-minute walk. For secondary education, Gerrit van der Veen College (463 m), St. Nicolaaslyceum (471 m), and HLZ (521 m) are all within walking distance.
The energy label is D, which is average for a pre-war building. It means you can expect moderate energy costs, but not as low as a modern home. In the neighbourhood, 47.8% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical for the area.
Currently, 22 homes are for sale in Minervabuurt-Zuid, with prices ranging from €550,000 to €2,750,000. The average price per m² is €10,066, so this apartment at €10,656 per m² is slightly above average but still competitive for its size.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I experience my neighbourhood as suitable for families, there are good schools and it is not too busy. In the area there are many options for sports. Contact with the neighbours is sufficient, but not very close. Furthermore, there are several parks in the area and the surroundings are easily accessible, with a metro and train station within walking distance. It is a fifteen-minute bike ride to the centre.
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| Sale price | €1,238,438 | €1,185,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,137 | – |
| Rent price | €3,847 p/m | €3,650 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €31 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I experience my neighbourhood as suitable for families, there are good schools and it is not too busy. In the area there are many options for sports. Contact with the neighbours is sufficient, but not very close. Furthermore, there are several parks in the area and the surroundings are easily accessible, with a metro and train station within walking distance. It is a fifteen-minute bike ride to the centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIA nice, green neighbourhood with plenty of space and quiet streets. Amenities such as shops, supermarkets and schools are all nearby, making life here very comfortable. The nearby Amstelpark offers a lovely place for a walk. Public transport and main roads are easily accessible, allowing you to quickly reach the city centre or other parts of the city. All in all, it is an ideal neighbourhood for both families and young professionals who love a quiet living environment.
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| Sale price | €2,214,618 | €1,762,868 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €11,796 | – |
| Rent price | €3,927 p/m | €3,732 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €31 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
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| Sale price | €836,166 | €704,749 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,948 | – |
| Rent price | €2,795 p/m | €2,640 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Minervalaan 89H, Amsterdam
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