Felix Meritisbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis rental apartment on the Singel sits in one of Amsterdam's most iconic stretches, with the canal right outside your window. The building dates from 1639, so you are living in a piece of the Golden Age. At 91 m² and with an energy label C, it is a manageable size for a couple or a single person. The rent of €2,950 is 37% below the neighbourhood average of €4,667, which makes it a keen price for this location. For context, the average apartments in Amsterdam in this price bracket tend to be smaller or less central.
The Felix Meritisbuurt is the cultural heart of the canal belt, with the Concertgebouw and the Rijksmuseum a short walk away. It is a dense, lively area with a very high address density (11,724 per km²), so you are never far from a café or a shop. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with many 25-45 year olds and a fair share of over-65s. Most households are single-person, and only 10% of homes are family houses. There are no resident reviews available for this street, but the area is known for its historic charm and central location. The neighbourhood Felix Meritisbuurt is one of the most sought-after in the city.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. There is also a SPAR within walking distance. For school runs, the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is a five-minute walk away, and the Theo Thijssenschool is about ten minutes on foot. The municipality Amsterdam offers excellent public transport, with tram stops nearby and Central Station a 20-minute walk. The nearest park, the Vondelpark, is a ten-minute stroll.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Haas Housing and also appears on Funda, so it is available through several channels.
Details of this home
Singel 284G, Amsterdam
Data from Felix Meritisbuurt
Data from Felix Meritisbuurt
154 within 5 km
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About Singel 284G, Amsterdam
Yes, it is keen. The average rent in the Felix Meritisbuurt is €4,667, and the median is €3,500. At €2,950, this apartment is 37% below the neighbourhood average. However, it is also 34% smaller than the average rental (91 m² vs 138 m²), so the price per m² is roughly in line with the market.
Rental homes in this neighbourhood are let quickly. The average time from listing to being marked as rented is 20 days, which indicates a fast-moving market. So if you are interested, you should be prepared to move promptly.
The Felix Meritisbuurt is very central and lively, with a high density of shops, restaurants and cultural venues. The nearest supermarket (Albert Heijn) is 175 metres away, and there are several schools within a ten-minute walk. The area is well served by public transport, with trams and buses nearby. It is a popular area for professionals and couples.
The nearest train station is 2.0 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short tram ride. Amsterdam Central Station is the main hub, with connections to national and international destinations.
The energy label is C, which is average for a historic building. You can expect moderate energy costs, but not as low as a modern, well-insulated home. The exact running costs depend on usage and energy prices.
Yes, the nearest park or public garden is 1.0 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. The Vondelpark is the most famous option, and there are also smaller green spaces along the canals.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Felix Meritisbuurt
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