Jan Maijenbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1926 apartment on Shackletonstraat sits in the lively Jan Maijenbuurt, a stone's throw from the Vondelpark. At 48 m² it's compact but well-proportioned, with an E energy label that means heating costs will be something to keep an eye on. The asking price of €399,000 is 18% below the neighbourhood average of €487,786, making it a keen entry into Amsterdam's market for apartments in Amsterdam.
The neighbourhood Jan Maijenbuurt is a dense, urban pocket with a very high address density, you're surrounded by shops, cafés and restaurants. It's a young area: most residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone. There are no reviews from residents in the data, but the streets are lively and the Vondelpark is just a couple of streets away. The neighbourhood has a mix of pre-war buildings and modern amenities, with a strong sense of community despite its central location.
Your daily bread comes from Dirk (just around the corner) or Albert Heijn (a five-minute walk). For school runs, Rosa Boekdrukker primary school is a couple of streets away, and Islamitische basisschool Al Maes is also within a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers everything you'd expect from a capital: parks, culture and public transport, though the nearest train station is a ten-minute walk away.
At the time of writing the home is listed via KIJCK. makelaars Amsterdam and also appears on Funda, so you have a couple of channels to follow up on.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Details of this home
Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredAbout Shackletonstraat 24-3, Amsterdam
The asking price of €399,000 is 18% below the average asking price in Jan Maijenbuurt (€487,786) and also below the median of €450,000. Given the 48 m² floor area, that works out to about €8,313 per m², which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €8,433 per m². So it's priced keenly compared to other listings.
The energy label is E, which is on the lower end of the scale. That means the home is not very energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating and electricity bills compared to a home with a better label. In the neighbourhood, 71.4% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is fairly typical for the area.
Jan Maijenbuurt is very urban with a high density of shops, restaurants and services. A Dirk supermarket is just around the corner (413 m), and an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the Vondelpark is a couple of streets away for green space. The area is popular with young professionals and singles.
The nearest train station is 2.9 km away, which is about a 35-minute walk or a short bike ride. However, the area is well served by trams and buses, the high address density (9,543 addresses per km²) means you're never far from a stop. The city centre is easily reachable by bike or public transport.
There are currently 14 apartments for sale in Jan Maijenbuurt, with prices ranging from €400,000 to €680,000. The average floor area of these listings is 60 m², so this 48 m² apartment is on the smaller side. In the past period, 45 homes were sold, with an average selling price of €496,400.
The neighbourhood recorded 149 total crimes in the latest data. Given the population of 2,250, that's a rate of about 66 per 1,000 residents, which is relatively high for a Dutch urban area. However, the area is lively and well-populated, and many residents feel safe due to the busy streets.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €487,786 | €450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,433 | – |
| Rent price | €2,625 p/m | €2,625 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €39 p/m | – |
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €477,182 | €440,909 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,823 | – |
| Rent price | €2,738 p/m | €2,738 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €39 p/m | – |
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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €822,940 | €695,417 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,920 | – |
| Rent price | €2,802 p/m | €2,604 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Shackletonstraat 24-3, Amsterdam
Noise, foundation and climate around this address
View more homes nearby
