Marnixbuurt-Zuid, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Raamplein sits in the lively Marnixbuurt-Zuid, a stone's throw from the Jordaan. With 71 m² of living space, it's a comfortable size for a couple or a single person. The price of €699,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €550,500, but you're getting a well-maintained home with an A energy label and a floor area that's 37% larger than the typical apartment in the area. It's the most expensive of the six apartments currently for sale in this neighbourhood. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price and size.
Marnixbuurt-Zuid is a densely built area with a very high address density (11,422 per km²). The neighbourhood has 685 residents, mostly single-person households (390 out of 515 households). It's a young area: the largest age group is 25-45 (275 people), followed by 65+ (190). There are very few children (25 under 15). The housing stock is entirely apartments, with 13% owner-occupied. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the data. The neighbourhood Marnixbuurt-Zuid is known for its central location and lively atmosphere.
For your morning bread, you have an AH to go just around the corner, a Lidl a couple of streets away, and a full Albert Heijn. Organic shop Ekoplaza is also nearby. For school runs, OBS Leonardo da Vinci is a five-minute walk, and the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is a bit further. Secondary schools like Huygens College and Barlaeus Gymnasium are within walking distance. The municipality Amsterdam offers a wide range of amenities, and the city centre is easily accessible.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Dokter Makelaars, Pararius, Funda, and Huispedia. The agent is Dokter Makelaars.
Details of this home
Raamplein 16, Amsterdam
Data from Marnixbuurt-Zuid
Data from Marnixbuurt-Zuid
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About Raamplein 16, Amsterdam
The asking price is 27% above the neighbourhood average of €550,500, making it the most expensive of the six apartments currently for sale in Marnixbuurt-Zuid. However, this apartment is larger than average (71 m² vs 52 m²) and has an A energy label, which justifies a premium. Recently sold homes in the area went for an average of €656,000, so the price is on the high side but not out of line for a well-sized, efficient home.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means low energy costs for heating and hot water. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have label A, so this apartment is in the top tier for energy performance.
The nearest train station is 3 km away. That's about a 10-minute cycle or a short bus ride.
Marnixbuurt-Zuid is a very urban neighbourhood with a high density of addresses. It's mostly young adults and older people, with few families. The area has a residential feel, with many restaurants (0.2 km away) and a park within walking distance (0.3 km). Crime figures are relatively high (236 total offences), but that's typical for a central Amsterdam neighbourhood.
Yes, there are several primary and secondary schools within walking distance. OBS Leonardo da Vinci is 333 m away, and the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is 457 m. For secondary education, Huygens College (519 m) and Barlaeus Gymnasium (530 m) are close by.
Currently, there are six apartments for sale in Marnixbuurt-Zuid. This is a small number, indicating limited supply. The average time on market for sold homes is 37 days, which suggests a fairly active market.
4 homes in the neighbourhood Marnixbuurt-Zuid