Smitstraat 28-4A
Transvaalbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam
AreaA compact flat in a lively Amsterdam neighbourhood
This 62 m² apartment on Smitstraat sits in the heart of the Transvaalbuurt-Oost, a bustling area with a strong community feel. At €295,000, it is the cheapest of the 22 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood and 56% below the average asking price of €673,773, a keen entry point for the area. For context, the average price per m² in the buurt is €9,712, so this flat is priced well under that. Apartments in Amsterdam are in high demand, and this one offers a rare chance to buy into a popular part of the city without breaking the bank.
Transvaalbuurt-Oost: a tight-knit community
The Transvaalbuurt-Oost is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a mix of young professionals and long-term residents. One resident, who has lived here for 43 years, says: "I've been living here with great pleasure." The area scores a 9.25 out of 10 from its residents, based on one review. It's a very strongly urban area (7,944 addresses per km²), with mostly pre-war housing (83% built before 1945) and a young population, the largest age group is 25 to 45. The neighbourhood Transvaalbuurt-Oost is known for its multicultural vibe and lively streets.
Daily life on Smitstraat
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Dirk, Vomar and Lidl are a couple of streets away. School runs are easy: IKC Frankendael is on your doorstep, and Integraal Kindcentrum De Kaap is a five-minute walk. For secondary education, Pieter Nieuwland College is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers excellent public transport connections, with a train station a ten-minute walk away. Restaurants are just around the corner, and a park is a five-minute walk for a weekend stroll.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is available through several channels, including De Koning Groep B.V. Makelaars o.g. and Funda. The listing includes an energy label D, which means moderate efficiency, heating costs are something to budget for.
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About Smitstraat 28-4A, Amsterdam
Is €295,000 a fair price for this flat?
At €295,000, this flat is the cheapest of the 22 homes currently for sale in Transvaalbuurt-Oost and 56% below the average asking price of €673,773. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €9,712, so at 62 m², the price per m² here is about €4,758, well below the average. This makes it a keenly priced option in a popular Amsterdam neighbourhood.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Transvaalbuurt-Oost is a very strongly urban area with a high density of addresses (7,944 per km²). It has a young population, with the largest group aged 25 to 45. One long-term resident gave the area a 9.25 out of 10, saying they have lived there with great pleasure for 43 years. The neighbourhood is known for its multicultural character and lively streets.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 151 metres, just around the corner. Other supermarkets within a five-minute walk include Dirk (383 m), Vomar (402 m) and Lidl (429 m). For daily groceries, you have plenty of choice within a couple of streets.
What schools are nearby?
The closest primary school is IKC Frankendael at 95 metres, on your doorstep. Integraal Kindcentrum De Kaap is 204 metres away, and IBS De Vijgenboom is 280 metres. For secondary education, Pieter Nieuwland College is 508 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you direct connections to other parts of Amsterdam and beyond.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D, which is average for a pre-war building. It means the home is not as efficient as modern builds, so you can expect higher heating costs. In the neighbourhood, 33% of homes have label A, 14% label B, 19% label C, and 33% have label D or lower.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 22 homes for sale in Transvaalbuurt-Oost, with prices ranging from €295,000 to €1,830,000. The average asking price is €673,773, and the median is €597,000. This flat is the cheapest option available.
