Duivendrecht, Ouder-Amstel
NeighbourhoodThis 1930s apartment on Rijksstraatweg sits in a village-like corner of Duivendrecht, where neighbours still stop for a chat on the square. At 74 m² it's a compact two-bedroom home with an energy label D, so heating costs are something to budget for. The asking price of €575,000 is on the high side compared to other apartments in Ouder-Amstel, reflecting the scarcity of homes in this sought-after pocket.
One resident describes Duivendrecht as 'a village between cities' and gives it an 8.13 out of 10. They say: 'Overall a very child-friendly neighbourhood. It is not often appreciated if noise is made late at night because most people have to work and/or have children who need to get up early.' The neighbourhood Duivendrecht has a strong sense of togetherness, with many families and a mix of ages. Around 42% of homes are owner-occupied, and the area is densely built with an address density of 2012 per km².
For your morning bread, PLUS is just around the corner, and there are two primary schools a five-minute walk away: A. Bekemaschool and Openbare Basisschool De Grote Beer. The municipality Ouder-Amstel also has a park or garden within a couple of streets' reach, and a supermarket for bigger shops is a ten-minute walk. The village has a chemist, tobacconist and a few eateries, but for serious shopping you'd head to Amsterdamse Poort or Diemen Centrum.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Admiraal ERA Makelaardij and also appears on Funda.
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Rijksstraatweg 39, Duivendrecht
Very good · 1 resident
Overall a very child-friendly neighbourhood. It is not often appreciated if noise is made late at night because most people have to work and/or have children who need to get up early. Keep that in mind because if you like parties, Duivendrecht might not be your place. It is a village, located between Diemen and Amsterdam Zuidoost, among others. Many people grew up here themselves and know each other. There is a sense of togetherness and often a chat is made with neighbours on the village square. Most children go to one of the two primary schools that Duivendrecht has. That makes it easy and pleasant to arrange playdates because almost all friends live in Duivendrecht. Because the metro stops nearby and a bus runs through the village, Duivendrecht is easily accessible by public transport. At Duivendrecht station you can even take the train. The village has a supermarket, chemist, tobacconist and eateries, among others. For shopping, it is best to go to one of the shopping centres in the surrounding municipalities. You can shop at the Amsterdamse Poort in Zuidoost, Diemen Centrum and Oostpoort in Amsterdam Oost. A nice, quiet village that you have to love.
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About Rijksstraatweg 39, Duivendrecht
The price is on the high side compared to other apartments in Ouder-Amstel, but Duivendrecht is a popular village with limited supply. The 74 m² floor area and 1930s character with energy label D mean you're paying for location and charm rather than modern efficiency.
Duivendrecht is very child-friendly, according to residents. Most children go to one of the two primary schools in the village, making playdates easy. The sense of community is strong, but late-night noise is not appreciated because many people have young families.
Duivendrecht station is 1.6 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. The metro also stops nearby, and a bus runs through the village, so public transport connections are good.
PLUS supermarket is just 190 metres away, so daily groceries are on your doorstep. For a wider range, Jumbo and Albert Heijn are about a kilometre away. The village also has a chemist and a few eateries.
Energy label D means the home is not particularly efficient, so you can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern property. The 1930s construction likely has single glazing and less insulation, so factor that into your budget.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. The plot size is not stated, so it's best to assume there is no private outdoor space. The nearby park or plantsoen (300 m) offers a green alternative.
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