Vondelparkbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a substantial property on one of Amsterdam's most iconic streets, the Overtoom. The listing does not state a house number, postcode, property type, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €1,849,000, the asking price is well above the neighbourhood average of €796,167, which is typical for a large property on this sought-after stretch. For context, see other homes in Amsterdam.
This address sits in the WG-terrein, a lively pocket of Amsterdam Oud-West. Based on two reviews, residents describe it as busy but convenient. One resident says: "Nice people but dirty place and stench of exhaust gases, very busy and noisy." Another: "My experience in the neighbourhood as a 21-year-old student is limited because I don't need to be there much; I would like to be more in touch with the neighbourhood, but that might be down to me, I don't know how. School and the facilities are pleasant and I feel at ease when I walk around." The area is densely populated, with many single-person households and a mix of ages. For more on the area, see the WG-terrein neighbourhood.
Daily life here is easy. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, Jumbo is a couple of streets away, and Lidl is a five-minute walk. Schools are close too: Huygens College (secondary) is a couple of streets away, and several primary schools are within a ten-minute walk. The Vondelpark is a short stroll, and there are plenty of restaurants and cafés on your doorstep. For more about the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Makelaarsland.
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Makelaarsland has published only the street and price on their site.
The asking price is 132% above the neighbourhood average of €796,167. However, without knowing the floor area or property type, it is impossible to say whether the price is fair. The neighbourhood's median price is €650,000, and the maximum listed is €1,825,000, so this home is at the top end of the market.
The WG-terrein is a dense, urban area in Amsterdam Oud-West. It is very busy and noisy, with heavy traffic and exhaust fumes, according to residents. On the plus side, it has excellent amenities: shops, schools, restaurants and parks are all within walking distance. The area has a young, mixed population, with many singles and students.
Albert Heijn is 139 metres away, just around the corner. Jumbo is 216 metres away, and Lidl is 304 metres away. So daily groceries are very convenient.
Huygens College (secondary) is 289 metres away. For primary education, Cornelis Vrijschool is 533 metres away, Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt is 568 metres, and Basisschool Het Museumkwartier is 597 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk.
The nearest train station is 3 km away. That is a longer walk or a short cycle or bus ride.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,146,001 | €1,372,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €15,139 | – |
| Rent price | €5,983 p/m | €7,500 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €72 p/m | – |
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,042,395 | €1,482,273 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €14,364 | – |
| Rent price | €6,975 p/m | €8,113 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €62 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 | – |
Overtoom 111, Amsterdam
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