Burgwallen-Oost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 65 m² apartment on the Oudezijds Achterburgwal sits in one of the city's most iconic streets. Built in 1767, it carries the character of the Golden Age, with a C energy label that is typical for a home of this era. At €550,000, the asking price is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €917,455, making it a notably keen entry into the market for apartments in Amsterdam.
This is Amsterdam's oldest quarter, with a very high density of 7,670 addresses per km². The neighbourhood has 1,675 residents, mostly young adults (25-45) and singles, 820 one-person households. It's a place where life spills onto the streets, with restaurants just around the corner and a supermarket on your doorstep. One resident says: "It's incredibly central, everything is within walking distance." Another notes: "The canals are beautiful, but it can be busy with tourists." The neighbourhood Burgwallen-Oost is a unique mix of history and urban buzz.
For your morning bread, Dirk is just around the corner, and SPAR and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. The St. Antoniusschool primary school is a five-minute walk, and De Witte Olifant is about the same distance. The municipality Amsterdam offers everything from museums to parks, though the nearest park is a ten-minute walk away.
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The asking price of €550,000 is 40% below the average neighbourhood asking price of €917,455. However, the apartment is also 26% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 88 m². Given the central location and historic character, the price is on the keen side for a 65 m² apartment in this area.
The energy label is C, which is reasonable for a building from 1767. It means the home has some insulation but is not as efficient as modern builds.
The nearest train station is 1.0 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for trips to other parts of the Netherlands.
Dirk is just 189 metres away, SPAR at 256 metres, and Albert Heijn at 261 metres. All are within a few minutes' walk, so daily shopping is very easy.
Yes, St. Antoniusschool is 381 metres away, De Witte Olifant at 524 metres, and de Burght at 804 metres. All are within a comfortable walking distance.
The area recorded 751 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high due to the dense, tourist-heavy centre. However, many residents appreciate the lively atmosphere and central location.
Currently, 22 apartments are for sale in Burgwallen-Oost, with prices ranging from €299,000 to €2,850,000. The median price is €737,500, so this apartment is below the median.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €917,455 | €737,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €11,168 | – |
| Rent price | €4,200 p/m | €2,500 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €39 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Lovely to live in. Everything perfectly accessible. At weekends, lots of tourists, which sometimes makes it a bit difficult to get around.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful lively neighbourhood, with good amenities. Lovely neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AII am generally very happy with my neighbourhood, all amenities are nearby, I have been living here very comfortably for years. The downside is that there is often a lot of rubbish on the streets.
Auto-translated to English by AILet's start with the most unpleasant aspect: in the evenings, it is unbearably noisy here. When you open the window in the living room during the summer evenings to let in some cool air, it is almost impossible to hear your interlocutor due to the street noise. Even in the bedroom, which overlooks the courtyard, you can hear the sounds of the street, including the crazy cries of tourists that can be heard until 5 a.m. In old buildings, it is forbidden to install new windows, and the old windows let in noise. Additionally, it often gets very, very dirty here, with mountains of garbage, especially in the mornings before the garbage truck has had time to pass. Apart from that, I really love this area. It's so beautiful here, and two of my favorite coffee shops in town are the Priesthood and the Old Church cafe. The proximity to the central station is very convenient, making it easy to travel. The most beautiful views of the city are always just around the corner.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €815,590 | €646,235 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,914 | – |
| Rent price | €3,022 p/m | €2,848 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €41 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
IJburg 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €822,940 | €695,417 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,920 | – |
| Rent price | €2,802 p/m | €2,604 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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