Valkenburg, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Rapenburgerstraat sits in the lively Valkenburg neighbourhood, part of the Nieuwmarkt/Lastage district. At 48 m² it is compact, but the location is hard to beat. The asking price of €485,000 is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €806,667, which makes it a keen entry point into this sought-after area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price and size.
Valkenburg is a dense, urban pocket with a very strong city feel (address density over 7,000). Most homes are flats, and three-quarters have an A energy label. The population is a mix: many singles, some older residents, and a handful of families. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the figures show a quiet residential street in a bustling area. The Valkenburg neighbourhood is known for its central location.
For daily groceries, a SPAR is just around the corner and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including De Witte Olifant and Dr. E. Boekmanschool. The area is packed with restaurants and a park is a five-minute walk away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the cultural and practical amenities you would expect.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Vlieg Makelaars.
Details of this home
Rapenburgerstraat 75, Amsterdam
Data from Valkenburg
Data from Valkenburg
151 within 5 km
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About Rapenburgerstraat 75, Amsterdam
The asking price of €485,000 is 40% below the average asking price in Valkenburg (€806,667) and also below the median of €560,000. However, the floor area of 48 m² is 48% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 92 m². So the price per square metre is relatively high, but the total price is low for the area.
The energy label is C, which is average for an older building. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not as good as modern standards. You can expect moderate energy costs.
The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: De Witte Olifant (305 m), Dr. E. Boekmanschool (590 m), and St. Antoniusschool (601 m). For secondary education, Metis Montessori Lyceum is about 1 km away.
Currently there are 3 apartments for sale in Valkenburg, with prices ranging from €560,000 to €1,300,000. The average asking price is €806,667 and the average floor area is 92 m².
The neighbourhood recorded 60 total crimes in the latest data. Given the dense urban setting, this is moderate. The area is generally considered safe, but as with any city centre, it pays to be aware of your surroundings.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. Given that the property is an apartment in a dense neighbourhood, it is unlikely to have private outdoor space.
5 homes in the neighbourhood Valkenburg