Scheldebuurt-Midden, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Rooseveltlaan sits in a quiet, tree-lined part of Amsterdam-Zuid. Built in 1934, it has the high ceilings and generous proportions typical of the era. At €735,000, the asking price is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €791,450, making it a keen entry into this sought-after area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but here you get solid pre-war character.
The neighbourhood is predominantly pre-war housing, with all homes built before 1945. It's a quiet, residential area with a mix of young professionals and families. The urbanity level is very strong, yet the streets feel peaceful. The Scheldebuurt-Midden neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households and couples without children, but also a noticeable number of families. The area is well-regarded for its leafy squares and local shops.
For your morning bread, the Coop is just around the corner, and Vomar and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. Primary schools are on your doorstep: the 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is practically next door, and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren is a five-minute walk. Secondary education is also close, with Mediacollege Amsterdam vmbo a ten-minute walk away. The neighbourhood falls under the municipality of Amsterdam, which means excellent public services and green spaces nearby.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Ramon Mossel Makelaardij. The energy label is D, which is typical for a pre-war apartment and means heating costs are moderate but worth budgeting for.
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Rooseveltlaan 81-1, Amsterdam
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About Rooseveltlaan 81-1, Amsterdam
The asking price of €735,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €791,450 and the median of €750,000. Apartments in Scheldebuurt-Midden sell for an average of €851,484, so this listing is priced keenly. However, the energy label D and pre-war construction may mean higher running costs than a modern home.
Scheldebuurt-Midden is a quiet, residential area with pre-war architecture and tree-lined streets. It has a very high address density (8,604 per km²), so it feels urban but not hectic. The population is a mix of singles, couples, and families, with many young adults aged 25-45. The area is safe, with 171 reported crimes in the latest data.
The nearest train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk.
Several supermarkets are within a short walk: Coop at 367 m, Vomar at 396 m, and Albert Heijn at 429 m. For daily shopping, you have plenty of options just around the corner.
Primary schools are very close: the 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is just 41 m away, and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren is 245 m. For secondary education, Mediacollege Amsterdam vmbo is 515 m away. All are within easy walking distance.
The energy label is D, which is common for a 1934 apartment. It means the home is not as energy-efficient as modern builds, so heating and electricity costs will be higher than a label A or B home. The neighbourhood has 32.3% of homes with label D or lower.
Sold homes in Scheldebuurt-Midden spent an average of 43 days on the market. This is a reasonable timeframe, indicating a balanced market without extreme urgency.
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