Transvaalbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 67 m² apartment on Retiefstraat sits in the lively Transvaalbuurt-Oost, a neighbourhood that feels both urban and village-like. The home dates from 1922 but has an energy label A, so you get the charm of an old building without the heating bills. At €585,000, the asking price is below the neighbourhood average of €673,773, making it a keen option compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
One resident, who has lived here for 43 years, calls it "Great" and says they've been living here "with great pleasure." The neighbourhood is densely populated (over 4,700 residents) and very urban, with a high street density. It's a mix of singles and families, with many young adults. The neighbourhood Transvaalbuurt-Oost has a strong sense of community, and the single review reflects that.
For groceries, you have a Dirk just around the corner and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, like IKC Frankendael and De Kraal, and a secondary school (Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort) just a few streets away. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the amenities you'd expect from a major city.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via De Koning Groep B.V. Makelaars o.g. and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Retiefstraat 12D, Amsterdam
Excellent · 1 resident
I've been living here for 43 years with great pleasure
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About Retiefstraat 12D, Amsterdam
The asking price of €585,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €673,773 and the median of €597,000. Given the 67 m² floor area, that works out to about €8,731 per m², which is under the neighbourhood average of €9,712 per m². So it's priced keenly for the area.
The home has energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, about 33% of homes have label A, so this one is above average. You can expect relatively low energy costs.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk. That's convenient for commuting to other parts of the city or beyond.
Transvaalbuurt-Oost has a mix of households: about 615 with children and 1,435 single-person households. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the area feels safe and community-oriented, according to the resident review.
Currently, there are 22 apartments for sale in the neighbourhood. In the past year, 111 homes were sold, with an average selling time of 41 days, so the market is active.
The neighbourhood recorded 310 total crimes in the latest data. That's a figure to consider, but the resident review gives a high score of 9.25 out of 10, suggesting they feel safe and satisfied.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Transvaalbuurt-Oost