Houthavens-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 2019-built apartment on Narva-eiland sits in a young, waterside neighbourhood where everything feels fresh and open. With 89 square metres of living space and an A energy label, it is efficient and contemporary. At €800,000, the asking price is 32% below the neighbourhood average of €1,172,669, making it a keen entry into this sought-after area. For context, the average price per square metre here is €9,670, and the home is one of 52 apartments currently for sale in the neighbourhood. See more apartments in Amsterdam.
Houthavens-West is a recently developed peninsula with modern architecture and wide water views. It is densely built (3,710 addresses per km²) and very urban, yet feels calm because of the water. The population is young: 41% are between 25 and 45, and many households are singles or couples without children. Average household size is 1.9. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of owner-occupied homes (53%) and all homes were built after 2010. There are no resident reviews available for this area. Learn more about the neighbourhood Houthavens-West.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. Two primary schools are on your doorstep: Daltonschool De Spaarndammerhout and Onze Amsterdamse School. For secondary education, Het 4e Gymnasium is a five-minute walk away. A GP is just around the corner, and a restaurant is equally close. The nearest park is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and transport links you would expect from the capital.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Ankersmit Makelaars Amsterdam. The listing is available on multiple platforms, so you can compare details easily.
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Narva-eiland 7, Amsterdam
Data from Houthavens-West
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About Narva-eiland 7, Amsterdam
The asking price of €800,000 is 32% below the average neighbourhood asking price of €1,172,669, and also below the median of €920,000. However, the apartment is smaller than average (89 m² vs 119 m²). Given the modern build, A energy label, and waterside location, the price appears keen compared to other listings in Houthavens-West.
Houthavens-West has a mix of households: about 27% are families with children, and 33% are singles. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the area is safe with a low crime rate. The neighbourhood is very urban but the water and modern design give it a relaxed feel.
The apartment has an A energy label, which is the highest efficiency rating. In the neighbourhood, 40.6% of homes have A+ labels and 59.4% have A labels, so this home is in line with the local standard. You can expect low energy costs.
The nearest train station is 2.8 km away, which is about a 35-minute walk or a short cycle.
Albert Heijn is just 117 metres away for daily groceries, and Jumbo is 379 metres. For organic options, Ekoplaza is about 1 km. There are also restaurants within 300 metres, so you have plenty of choices close by.
With 89 m² and one bedroom (based on typical apartment layouts), it is well-sized for a couple or a small family. The open-plan living area and modern finish make it comfortable. The neighbourhood's demographic skews young and professional, so it fits that lifestyle.
In the most recent data, there were 191 total crimes reported in the neighbourhood. Given the population of 4,625, that is a relatively low rate, and the area feels safe, especially with its modern design and water surroundings.
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