Ruysdaelstraat 57-1
Duivelseiland, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodA classic Amsterdam apartment on a leafy street
This rental apartment on Ruysdaelstraat sits in the Museumkwartier, one of Amsterdam's most elegant districts. The 65 m² home from 1923 has a classic layout with high ceilings and plenty of natural light. At €2,750 per month, the price is in line with the market, the average for a rental apartment in Amsterdam is around €42 per m², and this one works out at €42.30. For more context, see apartments in Amsterdam.
Duivelseiland: quiet, central, and full of character
Duivelseiland is a small, quiet pocket within the Museumkwartier. It's a neighbourhood of narrow streets and old buildings, with a calm, residential feel despite being so central. Most households are singles (58%), and the average household size is just 1.6 people. There are no reviews from residents yet, so the picture comes from the data: a peaceful area with a mix of ages, though the largest group is 25,45 (50%). For more on the area, see the Duivelseiland neighbourhood.
Daily life: bread, school, and groceries on your doorstep
Your morning coffee is just around the corner, the nearest restaurant is 100 metres away. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and Coop and Jumbo are within a five-minute walk. Primary schools like Hildebrand Van Loonschool and Peetersschool are a ten-minute walk, while secondary schools such as Sweelinck College and Montessori Lyceum are even closer. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which means all the city's amenities are within easy reach.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Keij & Stefels B.V., Funda, and Pararius.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Ruysdaelstraat 57-1, Amsterdam
Is €2,750 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking rent of €2,750 is in line with the local market. The average rent for a rental apartment in Duivelseiland is €2,913, and the median is €2,825. At €42.30 per m², it's almost exactly the neighbourhood average of €42.32 per m². So it's a fair price for a 65 m² apartment in this sought-after area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is the official registration from EP-Online. Label C is in the middle of the scale, it means the home is reasonably efficient, but you can expect moderate energy costs. It's not the most efficient label, but it's also not the least.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short tram ride. Given the central location, most of Amsterdam is easily reachable by bike or on foot.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Duivelseiland is a quiet, residential part of the Museumkwartier. It's mostly singles (58% of households) and young professionals (50% are 25,45). There are few families with children (14%). The area feels calm and safe, with a low crime rate relative to the city centre. It's a peaceful base right in the cultural heart of Amsterdam.
Are there supermarkets nearby?
Yes, several. Albert Heijn is 400 metres away, Coop is 524 metres, and Jumbo is 592 metres. All are within a five- to eight-minute walk. For daily groceries, you're well covered.
What schools are in the area?
There are several schools within walking distance. Sweelinck College (secondary) is 146 metres away, Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam (secondary) is 233 metres, and primary schools like Hildebrand Van Loonschool (326 m) and Peetersschool (348 m) are also close. So families with school-age children have good options nearby.
Statistics for Duivelseiland
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €716,929 | €600,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €11,686 | – |
| Rent price | €2,913 p/m | €2,825 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €42 p/m | – |
Experiences from Museumkwartier
How residents experience their district
De Harmoniehof is a neat and safe neighbourhood with well-maintained homes, adequate amenities, and good accessibility. Schools and shops are nearby, and the area is clean and quiet. The sense of community could be better: residents live somewhat past each other, and there is little contact or joint activities. More neighbourhood initiatives would strengthen cohesion.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a very nice neighbourhood. There is plenty to do with Vondelpark around the corner. Many schools for my children and enough supermarkets.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Museumkwartier
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,412,773 | €1,904,496 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €14,121 | – |
| Rent price | €4,696 p/m | €3,967 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €46 p/m | – |
Experiences from Amsterdam
How residents experience their municipality
IJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €821,744 | €694,681 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,913 | – |
| Rent price | €2,790 p/m | €2,592 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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Ruysdaelstraat 57-1, Amsterdam
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