Scheldebuurt-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis rental home on Scheldeplein sits in the heart of Scheldebuurt-West, a friendly pocket of Amsterdam Zuid. With 141 m² of living space, it is considerably larger than the average rental in the area. The apartment has an A+ energy label, so heating costs will be modest. At €5,950 per month, the rent is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average of €3,811, but the extra space and efficiency help explain the premium. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price and size.
One resident, who has lived here for 19 years, describes it as a "Child-friendly cosy little village" where "most people know each other and care about one another." The neighbourhood has a strong sense of community, with regular events organised for residents. It is a very urban area (over 7,000 addresses per km²), yet it feels safe and welcoming. Many households are singles or couples without children, but there are also plenty of families. The neighbourhood Scheldebuurt-West is known for its mix of ages and backgrounds.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and Ekoplaza is just around the corner. Two primary schools, Dongeschool and Basisschool Anne Frank, are a couple of streets away, making the school run a short walk. The Vossius Gymnasium is a ten-minute walk for secondary education. The municipality Amsterdam offers excellent amenities, with a park or garden just 400 metres away for weekend relaxation.
At the time of writing the home is listed via HHW Makelaars, HHW Makelaars, and The Brokers Club.
Details of this home
Scheldeplein 1L, Amsterdam
Very good · 1 resident
I have been living in this neighbourhood for 19 years now and have a good relationship with our neighbours. Fun events are regularly organised that the neighbourhood can join in with. My children went to school here and have built up many friends in the area. It is a cosy little village, most people know each other and care about one another.
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About Scheldeplein 1L, Amsterdam
The rent is 56% above the neighbourhood average of €3,811, but this apartment is also 45% larger than the average rental (141 m² vs 97 m²) and has an A+ energy label. Given the size and efficiency, the price is on the high side but reflects the extra space and low energy costs.
Scheldebuurt-West is described by a long-term resident as a 'Child-friendly cosy little village' where neighbours know each other and organise fun events. It is very urban with over 7,000 addresses per km², yet feels safe and community-oriented. The area has a mix of singles, couples, and families.
Albert Heijn is just 78 metres away, so you can do your daily shopping on your doorstep. Ekoplaza is 175 metres away, and Coop is 224 metres. Several other supermarkets are within a five-minute walk.
Dongeschool (primary) is 186 metres away, and Basisschool Anne Frank (primary) is 224 metres. For secondary education, Mediacollege Amsterdam vmbo is 99 metres away, and Vossius Gymnasium is 555 metres. All are within easy walking distance.
The nearest train station is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting by rail convenient.
The energy label is A+, which is very efficient. You can expect low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes. The apartment is well-insulated and modern in terms of energy performance.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Scheldebuurt-West