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Sarphatistrook, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits on a tree-lined street in the Sarphatistrook, part of the lively Weesperbuurt/Plantage district. Built in 1874, it has 62 m² of living space and an energy label C. The asking price of €675,000 is 46% below the neighbourhood average of €1,250,833, partly because the floor area is 47% smaller than the local norm of 116 m². That makes it a keen entry point compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
The Sarphatistrook neighbourhood is densely urban, with an address density of 8,322 per km². It's a mix of young professionals and students: nearly half the residents are between 25 and 45, and 68% of households are single-person. Families with children make up only 15% of households. The area has a high proportion of pre-war buildings (75% built before 1945) and most homes are rented. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a SPAR is a couple of streets away. There's also an AH to go on your doorstep. Primary schools are within walking distance: OBS Aldoende is a five-minute walk and Dr. E. Boekmanschool is a few minutes further. For secondary education, Metis Montessori Lyceum is a ten-minute walk. The area falls under the municipality of Amsterdam, which manages local amenities and public spaces.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Keizerskroon Makelaars - Certified Expat Broker. The listing is available on Funda and the agent's own site.
Details of this home
Spinozastraat 23-1, Amsterdam
Data from Sarphatistrook
Data from Sarphatistrook
155 within 5 km
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About Spinozastraat 23-1, Amsterdam
The asking price of €675,000 is 46% below the average asking price in the Sarphatistrook (€1,250,833). However, the apartment is also smaller than average: 62 m² versus 116 m². The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €795,000, so this home is priced below that. Given the size and location, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a smaller apartment in this area.
The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. In the Sarphatistrook, 47% of homes have label C, and about 35% have A or better. A C label means moderate energy efficiency; heating costs will be noticeable but not extreme. The home was built in 1874, so it likely has original features that affect insulation.
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short tram ride. The area is well served by trams and buses, making it easy to reach other parts of Amsterdam.
The Sarphatistrook is very popular with young professionals: 40% of residents are aged 25-45, and 68% live alone. The area has a high urbanity level (1 out of 5, very strong), with many restaurants, cafes, and shops nearby. It's a lively, central neighbourhood with a mix of students and workers.
Yes, daily shopping is easy: an Albert Heijn is 170 m away, a SPAR is 222 m, and an AH to go is just 116 m. For primary education, OBS Aldoende is 231 m and Dr. E. Boekmanschool is 334 m. Secondary schools like Metis Montessori Lyceum are 548 m away, all within a comfortable walk.
At 62 m², this apartment is 47% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 116 m². The average sold apartment in the area is also around 116 m². So this is a compact home, typical of older Amsterdam apartments. The smaller size is reflected in the lower price.
The neighbourhood recorded 337 total crimes in the latest data. Given the population of about 1,955, that's a rate of roughly 172 per 1,000 residents. This is relatively high, but typical for a very central urban area with many bars and restaurants. Most crime is likely petty theft and nuisance.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Sarphatistrook
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