Westelijke eilanden, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits on one of Amsterdam's most picturesque islands, with water views and a lively yet peaceful atmosphere. At 145 m², it's generously sized for the city. The asking price of €997,500 is notably keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €1,294,625, a full 23% below. For context, that's also below the median of €1,047,500. If you're looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its value.
Westelijke eilanden is a tight-knit, historic island neighbourhood with a village feel in the heart of Amsterdam. One resident sums it up: "very nice neighbourhood." It's a place where people know each other, and the streets are lined with charming 17th-century buildings. The area is densely urban, with over 7,800 addresses per km², yet it feels calm because cars are limited. Most homes are apartments, and many households are singles or couples without children, giving it a quiet, grown-up vibe.
Your daily routine here is wonderfully convenient. For bread and groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away for organic bits. For school runs, Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is a five-minute walk, and De Zeeheld is also within easy reach. The municipality Amsterdam keeps the area well-maintained, with parks and restaurants a short stroll away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Living Real Estate bv and also appears on Funda, so you can view it through several channels.
Details of this home
Prinseneiland 77-3, Amsterdam
Good · 1 resident
very nice neighbourhood
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About Prinseneiland 77-3, Amsterdam
The asking price is 23% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€1,294,625) and also below the median (€1,047,500). Given the 145 m² size, that works out to about €6,879 per m², which is well under the neighbourhood average of €10,745 per m². So it's priced keenly for the area.
The home has energy label C. That's a decent score, it means the home is reasonably efficient, but not top-tier. In the neighbourhood, half of the homes have label C, so it's typical for the area. You can expect moderate energy costs, but nothing extreme.
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride. That's a reasonable distance for occasional train travel, though daily commuters might prefer a closer option.
There are several schools within walking distance. Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is 255 m away, and De Zeeheld is 456 m away, both primary schools. For secondary education, Vinse School is 589 m away. So school runs are easy on foot or by bike.
Currently, there are 16 apartments for sale in Westelijke eilanden. That's a limited supply, so homes here don't stay on the market long, the average selling time is 34 days. This one is priced below average, so it may attract interest quickly.
Westelijke eilanden has a relatively small number of families with children (about 295 households), and the average household size is 1.6. It's more popular with singles and couples. That said, there are good primary schools nearby, and the quiet streets are safe for kids.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Westelijke eilanden
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