Scheldebuurt-Midden, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Roerstraat sits in a 1929 building, a time when Amsterdam's architecture was all about sturdy brick and high ceilings. With 75 m² of living space, it's a comfortable size for a couple or a small family. The asking price of €575,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €794,259, making it a relatively affordable entry into this part of the city. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one is priced to move.
Scheldebuurt-Midden is a residential area with a mix of young professionals and families. The neighbourhood has a high address density of 8,604 per km², so it's lively but not chaotic. Most homes here were built before 1945, giving the streets a cohesive, pre-war character. There are no resident reviews available for this specific area, but the general feel is one of calm, tree-lined streets and local shops. The Scheldebuurt-Midden neighbourhood is well-regarded for its convenience and community feel.
For your morning bread run, the Coop is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Primary schools are within easy walking distance: the 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is on your doorstep, and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren is a five-minute walk. For secondary education, the Mediacollege Amsterdam is a ten-minute walk. The area is well-served by public transport, with a train station a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the cultural and recreational options you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Draijer Makelaardij & Vastgoedbeheer.
Details of this home
Roerstraat 25-1, Amsterdam
Data from Scheldebuurt-Midden
Data from Scheldebuurt-Midden
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About Roerstraat 25-1, Amsterdam
The asking price of €575,000 is 28% below the average asking price in Scheldebuurt-Midden, which is €794,259. That makes it a relatively affordable option in this neighbourhood. However, the average sold price in the area is €862,666, so the final sale price could be higher if there's competition.
The apartment has an energy label D. This is a common label for pre-war buildings in Amsterdam. It means the home is not particularly energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, with 43.3% at label C and 30% at D or lower.
For daily shopping, you have a Coop just around the corner (312 m) and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away (327 m). There's also a Vomar within a five-minute walk. The area has plenty of local shops and restaurants, with a restaurant just around the corner.
Several primary schools are within walking distance. The 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is on your doorstep (140 m), and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren is a five-minute walk (325 m). For secondary education, the Mediacollege Amsterdam is a ten-minute walk (435 m).
The nearest train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to other parts of Amsterdam or further afield.
The neighbourhood has a mix of residents, with a high proportion of one-person households (825 out of 1,715 households) and a significant number of households with children (385). The average household size is 1.8, suggesting many singles and couples. The area is popular among young professionals and families.
In the past year, 93 homes were sold in the neighbourhood, with an average selling time of 38 days. This indicates a fairly active market, but not extremely fast. The average sold price was €862,666, which is higher than the current asking price of this apartment.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Scheldebuurt-Midden