Felix Meritisbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits on one of the most charming streets in the Jordaan, right in the heart of the Grachtengordel-West. Built in 1757, the home has a classic Amsterdam floor plan with high ceilings and plenty of natural light. At 105 m², it is smaller than the neighbourhood average, but the price of €825,000 is 60% below the average asking price in the area, a keen entry point for the Felix Meritisbuurt. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €13,167, and the median asking price is €1,250,000. This makes the apartment a relatively affordable option compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
The Felix Meritisbuurt is a small, central neighbourhood with around 2,120 residents. It is densely urban, with an address density of over 11,000 per km². Most homes are pre-war, and the area is known for its mix of historic buildings and lively streets. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households (895 out of 1,425 households), and relatively few families with children. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the character is best experienced in person. The area is well served by shops, cafés and restaurants, and the atmosphere is typical of the central canal belt, busy, cultured and cosmopolitan. You can read more about the Felix Meritisbuurt neighbourhood on Buurtje.
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For organic groceries, Ekoplaza is a ten-minute walk. Several primary schools are within walking distance, including the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan (a five-minute walk) and Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam (about ten minutes). The Jordaan College is also nearby for secondary special education. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which offers extensive cultural amenities, parks and public transport connections.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including River Makelaardij and Funda. The asking price is €825,000, and the property has an energy label B.
Details of this home
Reestraat 11-1A, Amsterdam
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About Reestraat 11-1A, Amsterdam
The asking price of €825,000 is 60% below the neighbourhood average of €2,047,568 and well under the median of €1,250,000. However, the apartment is also 38% smaller than the average home in the area (105 m² vs 168 m²). Given the central location and historic character, the price is keen compared to other apartments in the Felix Meritisbuurt.
The energy label is B, which is good for a building from 1757. In the neighbourhood, only about 12.5% of homes have label A, and 6.3% have label B, so this home is relatively efficient. You can expect moderate energy costs, though exact bills depend on usage.
The nearest train station is 2 km away. That is about a 25-minute walk or a short tram ride. The area is well connected by public transport, with several tram and bus stops nearby.
The neighbourhood recorded 466 total crimes in the latest data. As a central urban area with high density, some crime is expected, but the Felix Meritisbuurt is generally considered a lively and safe part of Amsterdam. It is always wise to check local crime maps for the most recent figures.
Yes, there are several supermarkets nearby. An Albert Heijn is just 189 m away, a Jumbo is 263 m, and another Albert Heijn is 293 m. For organic products, Ekoplaza is 505 m away. Daily shopping is very convenient.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan (331 m), Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam (563 m), OBS Leonardo da Vinci (679 m), and Basisschool Dr. Rijk Kramer (711 m). There is also a secondary special education school, Jordaan College, at 203 m.
The building was constructed in 1757, which is typical for the neighbourhood, 94.6% of homes were built before 1945. The apartment has an energy label B, suggesting it has been modernised. The exact condition of the interior is not detailed in the listing, so a viewing is recommended.
The average price per m² for homes sold in the Felix Meritisbuurt is €13,167. For this apartment of 105 m², that would imply a value of around €1,382,535, but the asking price is €825,000, significantly lower. This could be due to the smaller size or other factors.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Felix Meritisbuurt
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