Weesperzijde-Noord, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Ruyschstraat sits in one of Amsterdam's most sought-after corners of Oost. With 119 m² of living space, it is considerably larger than the neighbourhood average of 79 m². The asking price of €1,275,000 is 68% above the average asking price in the area, which reflects the generous size and the A energy label. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one is clearly at the upper end.
Weesperzijde-Noord is a dense, vibrant neighbourhood with a very strong urban feel (address density over 10,000 per km²). The area is popular with young professionals and couples, nearly half of households are single-person, and the largest age group is 25 to 45. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a mix of pre-war housing (73% built before 1945) and a high proportion of rental properties. The Weesperzijde-Noord neighbourhood is known for its lively streets and proximity to the Amstel river.
For your morning coffee, a restaurant is just around the corner. The nearest Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and a SPAR is just around the corner. For primary schools, the 4e Montessorischoolschool de Pinksterbloem is a couple of streets away, and OBS Aldoende is a five-minute walk. Secondary options include Kiem Montessori and Cygnus Gymnasium, both within a ten-minute walk. The train station is a 1.7 km walk, so you are well connected to the rest of the city. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the cultural and recreational amenities you would expect.
At the time of writing, the home is listed exclusively through Hoen Makelaars.
Details of this home
Ruyschstraat 18H, Amsterdam
Data from Weesperzijde-Noord
Data from Weesperzijde-Noord
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About Ruyschstraat 18H, Amsterdam
The asking price is 68% above the average asking price in Weesperzijde-Noord (€757,524). However, this apartment is also 51% larger than the neighbourhood average (79 m²) and has an A energy label, which is better than most homes in the area (only 4.5% have A+ or better). The price per square metre works out to about €10,714, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €10,003 per m². So the price is on the high side, but the size and efficiency justify it.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home is well-insulated and has low heating costs compared to older properties. In Weesperzijde-Noord, 40.9% of homes have label A, so this is in line with the better-performing homes in the area. You can expect reasonable energy bills.
The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk. Given the central location, cycling is also a popular option.
Weesperzijde-Noord has a relatively small number of families with children (175 households out of 1,935 residents). The area is more popular with singles and couples. However, there are several primary and secondary schools within walking distance, so it is possible for families, but the vibe is more urban and young professional.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace.
The CBS data records 177 total crimes in the neighbourhood, but without context it is hard to judge.
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