Lastage, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a home with real presence. At 220 m², it is more than twice the size of the average apartment in the neighbourhood, and the asking price of €1,980,000 reflects that, it is the most expensive of the 13 homes currently for sale in Lastage, and sits well above the local average. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one is in a league of its own.
Lastage is a quiet pocket within the bustling centre. Residents appreciate that: one says it is a "nice neighbourhood, people look out for each other", another calls it "quiet" with "pleasant" contact with the surroundings. A third describes it as a "quiet neighbourhood and generally friendly people". Based on three reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.9 out of 10. It is a dense, urban area, over 6,700 addresses per km², with mostly smaller households and a mix of ages. The Lastage neighbourhood has a calm, village-like feel despite being in the heart of Amsterdam.
Daily life here is wonderfully convenient. For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. The St. Antoniusschool primary school is on your doorstep, and De Witte Olifant is a five-minute walk. For secondary education, you would travel a bit further. The area is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which means all the city's cultural and leisure amenities are within easy reach.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Broersma Wonen. The details here are based on the information provided at the time of writing.
Details of this home
Nieuwe Ridderstraat 57, Amsterdam
Good · 6 residents
Nice neighbourhood, people look out for each other
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live in a nice quiet neighbourhood and contact with the surroundings is also pleasant
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood and generally friendly people
Auto-translated to English by AIMy house is very old and draughty and nothing is being done about it; the neighbourhood itself is friendly.
Auto-translated to English by AILots of green and quiet but almost no rubbish bins. Neighbour contact (the house itself is not okay. Nothing is ever done about it
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood generally looks green, quiet and pleasant. Neighbourly contact is generally very good, but there are also some canal-belt types who walk around with their nose in the air and can't even manage a greeting. But that shouldn't spoil the fun.
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Data from Lastage
149 within 5 km
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About Nieuwe Ridderstraat 57, Amsterdam
The asking price is €1,980,000, which is 141% above the neighbourhood average of €823,154. It is also the most expensive of the 13 apartments currently for sale in Lastage. However, the home is exceptionally large at 220 m², 118% larger than the neighbourhood average of 101 m², and has an energy label B. Whether it is fair depends on how you value the extra space and the location.
With 220 m² of floor area, this apartment is more than double the average size in the neighbourhood, where the average is 101 m². It is a rare find in an area where most homes are smaller, and it is the largest apartment currently on the market in Lastage.
The home has an energy label B, which means it is reasonably efficient. You can expect moderate energy costs compared to older, less efficient homes. In the neighbourhood, 20% of homes have label B, while 30% have label D or lower, so this home is above average in terms of energy performance.
The nearest train station is 0.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to reach other parts of the city and beyond without needing a car.
Lastage recorded 153 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a central Amsterdam neighbourhood. Residents describe it as quiet and friendly, with people looking out for each other. The area feels safe, especially given its calm atmosphere.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. St. Antoniusschool is just 107 m away, and De Witte Olifant is 302 m away. For secondary education, the nearest school is 2.1 km away, so you would need to cycle or take public transport.
Albert Heijn is 240 m away, just around the corner. There is also an Ekoplaza at 424 m and another Albert Heijn at 437 m. For daily groceries, you have several options within a five-minute walk.
There are 13 apartments for sale in Lastage at the moment. This home is the most expensive and the largest among them. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €823,154, and the median is €719,000.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Lastage