Rijnbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits on a broad, leafy avenue in the Rijnbuurt-Oost neighbourhood, a stone's throw from the Amstel river. Built in 1934, it has 66 m² of living space and an E energy label, something to factor in. The asking price of €695,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €673,625, but it reflects the sought-after street. For context, there are currently 24 apartments for sale in the area, and the average price per m² here is €9,916. You can compare this with other apartments in Amsterdam.
Rijnbuurt-Oost is a lively, urban pocket of Amsterdam-Zuid with a high address density of 5,846 addresses per km². The area is popular with young professionals and couples, over half the households are single-person, and only 16% have children. The streets are lined with pre-war architecture, and the vibe is cosmopolitan. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a mix of ages, with the largest group being 25 to 45 years old. The neighbourhood has a strong sense of community, with local shops and cafes just around the corner. For more details, see the Rijnbuurt-Oost neighbourhood.
Your daily routine here is wonderfully convenient. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Aldi and Vomar a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren and Montessorischool de Amstel. The nearest train station is a fifteen-minute walk, and the city centre is easily reachable by tram or bike. The area is well served by restaurants and a library, and the Amstelpark is a five-minute stroll. All this makes it a practical base for anyone working or studying in Amsterdam. For more on the wider area, check the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Dutch Real Estate Company, Dutch Real Estate Company Amsterdam, and Dutch Real Estate Company B.V. on Funda. The agent has provided full details on the property, so you have a clear picture of what's on offer.
Details of this home
President Kennedylaan 88, Amsterdam
Data from Rijnbuurt-Oost
Data from Rijnbuurt-Oost
145 within 5 km
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About President Kennedylaan 88, Amsterdam
The asking price of €695,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €673,625 and the median of €625,000. However, the average price per m² in Rijnbuurt-Oost is €9,916, and this apartment works out at about €10,530 per m². Given the location on President Kennedylaan and the classic 1934 build, the price is on the high side but in line with the market for this street.
The apartment has an energy label E. This is less efficient than most homes for sale in the neighbourhood, 22% have label A and 15% have label B. With label E, you can expect higher heating costs, so it's worth considering the energy efficiency when budgeting. The home was built in 1934, which is typical for the area (83% of homes are pre-1945).
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, about a fifteen-minute walk. The high address density (5,846 per km²) indicates a very urban area with frequent public transport options.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren and IBS Elif Amsterdam are both about 500 m away, and Montessorischool de Amstel is 630 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is just 300 m from the home. The area has 177 schools within 5 km, so there is plenty of choice.
You have three supermarkets within a couple of streets: Albert Heijn at 289 m, Aldi at 328 m, and Vomar at 339 m. For a quick bite, there is an AH to go about 800 m away. Daily shopping is very convenient, with the nearest large supermarket just 0.4 km from the home.
The CBS data records 93 total crimes in the neighbourhood, which is moderate for an urban area with 2,695 residents. The area feels safe and is popular with young professionals and families. As with any city neighbourhood, it's always wise to take usual precautions.
The neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households (915 out of 1,700 households) and a large 25-45 age group (1,250 residents). This suggests many young professionals and couples. Only 250 households have children, so it's less family-oriented than some areas. The average household size is 1.6.
In the past year, 72 homes were sold in Rijnbuurt-Oost, with an average selling time of 34 days. This is relatively quick, indicating a active market. The average sold price was €638,942, close to the current asking price of €695,000.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Rijnbuurt-Oost