Lastage, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits on one of Amsterdam's most picturesque canals, in the heart of the Lastage neighbourhood. Built in 1702, it has a classic Amsterdam floor plan with high ceilings and plenty of natural light. At 79 m², it's a comfortable size for a couple or a small family. The asking price of €785,000 is in line with the market, especially when you consider that apartments in Amsterdam in this area typically sell for around €8,598 per m².
Lastage is a small, peaceful neighbourhood tucked between the Nieuwmarkt and the Waterlooplein. With just over 1,100 residents, it feels like a village within the city. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood, people look out for each other." Another describes it as "a nice quiet neighbourhood and generally friendly people." Based on three reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.9 out of 10. Most homes here were built before 1945, and the area is popular with singles and couples, only 80 households have children. The neighbourhood Lastage is one of the most densely populated in the city, with over 6,700 addresses per km².
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there's an Ekoplaza and a SPAR a couple of streets away. The St. Antoniusschool is on your doorstep, and De Witte Olifant primary school is a five-minute walk. For secondary education, you'll need to travel a bit further, the nearest school is about 2 km away. The municipality Amsterdam offers excellent public transport, with the nearest train station a ten-minute walk away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Keizerskroon Makelaars - Certified Expat Broker and is also available through other channels.
Details of this home
Recht Boomssloot 47A, Amsterdam
Good · 6 residents
Nice neighbourhood, people look out for each other
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live in a nice quiet neighbourhood and contact with the surroundings is also pleasant
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood and generally friendly people
Auto-translated to English by AIMy house is very old and draughty and nothing is being done about it; the neighbourhood itself is friendly.
Auto-translated to English by AILots of green and quiet but almost no rubbish bins. Neighbour contact (the house itself is not okay. Nothing is ever done about it
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood generally looks green, quiet and pleasant. Neighbourly contact is generally very good, but there are also some canal-belt types who walk around with their nose in the air and can't even manage a greeting. But that shouldn't spoil the fun.
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About Recht Boomssloot 47A, Amsterdam
The asking price of €785,000 is slightly below the average sale price in Lastage (€828,841) and close to the median of €719,000. Given the 79 m² floor area, the price per m² works out to about €9,937, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €8,598 per m². However, the home's historic character and canal location likely justify the premium.
The apartment has energy label C. This is a reasonable rating for a 1702 building, it means the home is moderately efficient. You can expect average energy costs, but it's not as efficient as a modern home. In Lastage, 20% of homes have label C, while 30% have a lower rating (D or worse).
You have an Albert Heijn supermarket just 206 metres away, so grabbing groceries is very convenient. There are also an Ekoplaza and a SPAR within a five-minute walk. For restaurants, you're spoilt for choice, the nearest is only 200 metres away, and the area is full of cafes and eateries.
The St. Antoniusschool (primary) is just 76 metres away, and De Witte Olifant is 308 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 2.1 km away, so you may need to cycle or take public transport. There are also several child daycare centres within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 0.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This gives you direct connections to Amsterdam Centraal and other major stations. The area is also very well served by trams and buses.
Lastage has 153 reported crimes per year, which is moderate for a central Amsterdam neighbourhood. Residents describe it as quiet and friendly, with people looking out for each other. The area is popular with locals and has a strong community feel.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Lastage