A classic Amsterdam apartment on the P.C. Hooftstraat
This apartment sits on one of Amsterdam's most storied streets, a stone's throw from the Vondelpark and the Museum Quarter. The 1895 building has a classic facade, and the home itself is a compact 60 m². At €3,250 per month, the rent sits about 12% below the neighbourhood average of €3,673, which makes it a keen option for the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but this one is on the lower end for the P.C. Hooftbuurt.
The P.C. Hooftbuurt
The P.C. Hooftbuurt neighbourhood is a small, exclusive pocket of the Museumkwartier, with just 800 residents. It is a quiet, residential area, with a mix of ages: 36% are between 25 and 45, and 17% are 65 or older. Over half of households are single-person, and only 16% have children, so the vibe is more about professionals and couples than family life. The streets are lined with grand 19th-century buildings, and the atmosphere is refined and calm, a short walk from the bustle of the city centre.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the SPAR is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, so picking up bread or groceries is easy. The Barlaeus Gymnasium, a well-known secondary school, is on your doorstep, and the Cornelis Vrijschool for primary education is just around the corner. For a wider range of shops and cafes, the municipality of Amsterdam offers everything you could need, all within easy reach.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Nienaber Makelaars B.V.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Pieter Cornelisz. Hooftstraat 17B, Amsterdam
Is €3,250 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 12% below the neighbourhood average of €3,673, and the floor area of 60 m² is 46% smaller than the average of 111 m². So you are paying less, but for a smaller space. The median rent in the P.C. Hooftbuurt is €3,228, which puts this apartment slightly above the middle of the market, but still below the average.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A++, which is the most efficient label available. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low energy costs. The label is an official registration, and it reflects the home's energy performance as certified.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 2.9 km away. That is a manageable distance, though not within walking distance for most. You would likely take a tram or bus, or cycle, to reach it.
What is the neighbourhood like for daily life?
The P.C. Hooftbuurt is a quiet, residential area with a mix of ages, though it leans towards single-person households and couples. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the CBS data shows a small, stable population. For daily shopping, a SPAR is 215 metres away and an Albert Heijn is 258 metres away, so groceries are close by.
Are there good schools nearby?
Yes, there are several schools within a short walk. The Barlaeus Gymnasium, a secondary school, is 155 metres away, and the Cornelis Vrijschool for primary education is 264 metres away. There are also other primary schools within 600 metres, so options are plentiful for families with children.
How does the rent compare to other rentals in the area?
The average rent in the P.C. Hooftbuurt is €3,673, and the median is €3,228. This apartment at €3,250 is below the average but slightly above the median. The price per square metre is not stated, but given the smaller size, you are paying a lower total rent than many other homes in the neighbourhood.
