Vondelparkbuurt-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Overtoom sits in a lively part of Amsterdam, with the Vondelpark just a couple of streets away. At 66 m² it is compact but efficient, and the energy label A means low heating costs. The asking price of €700,000 is in line with the market, given that the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €11,121 and the median price for a home here is €661,200. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one is priced keenly for its size and label.
Vondelparkbuurt-West is a dense, urban area with a very strong city feel (address density 8,844 per km²). Most homes are pre-war (87% built before 1945), and the population is young: nearly half are between 25 and 45. Many households are singles (750 out of 1,295), and only 200 have children. The neighbourhood has a mix of owner-occupied (38%) and rental homes. No resident reviews are available, but the figures paint a picture of a lively, central area popular with professionals. For more detail, see the Vondelparkbuurt-West neighbourhood.
Daily shopping is easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and another Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. For a bigger shop, Jumbo and Lidl are a ten-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt, is a couple of streets away, and several other primaries are within a ten-minute walk. The Vondelpark itself is on your doorstep, perfect for a morning run or an evening stroll. Restaurants and cafés are abundant, with the nearest restaurant just 0.1 km away. For broader context, the municipality of 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 DAMSTAD. The agent has published full details, so the information on this page reflects the actual property.
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Overtoom 339-1, Amsterdam
Data from Vondelparkbuurt-West
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About Overtoom 339-1, Amsterdam
The asking price of €700,000 is in line with the market. The average price per m² in Vondelparkbuurt-West is €11,121, and the median home price is €661,200. Given the 66 m² floor area and energy label A, the price per m² here is about €10,606, which is slightly below the neighbourhood average. So it is priced competitively for a well-insulated pre-war apartment.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home has good insulation and low heating costs compared to older properties. In the neighbourhood, only 26.5% of homes have label A, and 11.8% have A+ or better, so this apartment is above average in energy performance.
The Vondelpark is just 0.3 km away, so it is a couple of streets away, about a five-minute walk. This makes it very convenient for walks, runs, or relaxing outdoors.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle. The high address density suggests good public transport coverage.
Vondelparkbuurt-West has a young population, but only 200 out of 1,295 households have children. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the Vondelpark offers green space. However, the area is very urban and dense, so it may suit families who prefer city living.
Currently, 34 homes are for sale in Vondelparkbuurt-West, with an average price of €796,821 and a median of €661,200. The average time on market for sold homes is 30 days, indicating a fairly active market.
The apartment was built in 1913, which is typical for the area (87% of homes are pre-war). With an energy label A, it has been modernised, so major structural issues are less likely. However, pre-war buildings may have quirks like high ceilings and original details.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Vondelparkbuurt-West