Johannes Vermeerbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 2022-built apartment on Pieter de Hoochstraat sits in Amsterdam's prestigious Museumkwartier, where 19th-century architecture meets contemporary luxury. At €3,950,000, the asking price is 16% above the neighbourhood average of €3,391,667, a premium that reflects the recent construction and generous 232 m² floor plan. For context, the area has only three apartments currently for sale, and recent sales averaged €2,008,933 over 57 days. This is a rare, high-end offering in a market where apartments in Amsterdam of this calibre seldom appear.
The neighbourhood Johannes Vermeerbuurt is a quiet, leafy pocket of the Museumkwartier, home to around 1,510 residents. It's a mix of families and professionals, about a quarter of households have children, and the average household size is 1.9. The area is densely built (8,948 addresses per km²) but feels serene, with Vondelpark and the Museumplein just a short stroll away. No resident reviews are available for this street, but the neighbourhood is known for its elegant architecture and high-end boutiques.
Your morning coffee is a two-minute walk to the Albert Heijn on Van Baerlestraat, while the Coop and Dirk are also just around the corner. For school runs, the Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is a couple of streets away, and Basisschool Het Museumkwartier is a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam provides excellent amenities: the Rijksmuseum, Concertgebouw, and countless restaurants are all within a ten-minute walk. The nearest train station is 2.6 km away, a 30-minute walk or short tram ride.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Mar. J. Heule Makelaardij BV and Funda. The agent has published full specifications, including the energy label A, floor area, and year of construction.
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The asking price is 16% above the neighbourhood average of €3,391,667, but this is a new-build (2022) with 232 m², while many homes in the area are pre-war. Recent sales averaged €2,008,933, though those were likely smaller or older properties. Given the scarcity of supply (only three apartments for sale) and the premium finishes, the price is on the high side but reflects the home's modern luxury.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means low heating costs and a modern building standard. In the Johannes Vermeerbuurt, all homes currently for sale have label C, so this apartment outperforms the local stock.
The nearest train station is 2.6 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short tram ride. The area is well served by trams and buses, making it easy to reach Amsterdam Centraal or Schiphol.
Several schools are within walking distance: Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam (172 m), Sweelinck College (296 m), and Basisschool Het Museumkwartier (471 m). There are also multiple primary schools within a five-minute walk.
Currently, only three apartments are for sale in the Johannes Vermeerbuurt, with prices ranging from €900,000 to €7,480,000. This indicates a very tight market with limited choice.
About 25% of households have children, and the area has a mix of ages. The Vondelpark is a five-minute walk away, and there are several child-friendly restaurants and museums nearby. The neighbourhood is safe and quiet, with a low crime rate relative to the city centre.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,587,000 | €1,747,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €12,637 | – |
| Rent price | €4,356 p/m | €4,375 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €36 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
De Harmoniehof is a neat and safe neighbourhood with well-maintained homes, adequate amenities, and good accessibility. Schools and shops are nearby, and the area is clean and quiet. The sense of community could be better: residents live somewhat past each other, and there is little contact or joint activities. More neighbourhood initiatives would strengthen cohesion.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a very nice neighbourhood. There is plenty to do with Vondelpark around the corner. Many schools for my children and enough supermarkets.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,432,087 | €1,935,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €14,328 | – |
| Rent price | €4,676 p/m | €4,312 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €45 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg 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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €836,166 | €704,749 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,948 | – |
| Rent price | €2,795 p/m | €2,640 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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