Houthavens-Oost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits at the end of the Silodam, in the striking MVRDV building that juts out into the IJ. Surrounded by water on three sides, every window offers a panorama of the harbour, the skyline or the changing light over the water. At €1,175,000 for 83 m², the price is 15% above the neighbourhood average of €1,023,333, reflecting the exceptional location and the A+ energy label. For context, the average price per m² in the area is €11,958, so this is a premium home in a sought-after spot. You can compare it with other apartments in Amsterdam to see how it stacks up.
Houthavens-Oost is a tiny neighbourhood of just 640 residents, and the building itself forms a village within it. One resident describes it as "the best spot on the water in Amsterdam" and notes that "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." The community is a mix of families, singles and couples who look out for each other, "a nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed." With little turnover, it feels stable and welcoming. The neighbourhood Houthavens-Oost is predominantly made up of flats, and most homes are owner-occupied. The average household size is 1.6, and the population skews older, with many residents aged 45 and over.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are two primary schools within a five-minute walk: De Zeeheld and Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden. The Haarlemmerdijk with its markets and shops is within walking distance, so you can dip into the bustle whenever you feel like it. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and practical amenities you'd expect from a capital city, yet here on the Silodam you have peace, the sound of seagulls and the waves, a little paradise, as one resident puts it.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Amster Vastgoed and also appears on Funda, so it is available through several channels.
Details of this home
Silodam 129B, Amsterdam
Excellent · 1 resident
At 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!
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About Silodam 129B, Amsterdam
The asking price is 15% above the average asking price in Houthavens-Oost, which is €1,023,333. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €11,958, and this home works out at about €14,157 per m². The premium reflects the unique waterside location, the A+ energy label and the fact that only three apartments are currently for sale in the area. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the views and the quiet, safe setting.
The home has an energy label A+, which is the highest possible rating. This means the property is very energy-efficient, with low heating and electricity costs. In the neighbourhood, 66.7% of homes have an A+ label, so this is in line with the best-performing homes in the area.
Currently, there are three apartments for sale in the neighbourhood. The prices range from €695,000 to €1,225,000, with a median of €1,150,000. This home is priced slightly above the median, but it is one of the few available, so choice is limited.
Residents describe the building as exceptionally safe because there is no through traffic, only residents and their visitors come to the end of the Silodam. The total number of recorded crimes in the neighbourhood is 18, which is low for an urban area. The close-knit community also contributes to a feeling of security.
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. This gives you direct connections to the rest of Amsterdam and beyond.
Yes, there are two primary schools within a five-minute walk: De Zeeheld (296 m) and Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden (440 m). Secondary schools are a bit further, at 1.4 km. The area has plenty of educational options.
The apartment is in the MVRDV building at the end of the Silodam, surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. Residents say the views are phenomenal and change with the weather, sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable.
4 homes in the neighbourhood Houthavens-Oost
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