Weesperzijde-Noord, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a home with presence. On one of the most sought-after streets in Amsterdam Oost, you get 171 m² of living space in a classic 1887 building, and with energy label A, it's surprisingly efficient. The price of €1,750,000 is the highest of the 21 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and sits 131% above the local average of €757,524. That's a premium for size and quality: the floor area is 116% larger than the typical 79 m² in the area. For context, flats in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one is clearly at the top end.
Weesperzijde-Noord is a dense, urban neighbourhood with 1,935 residents packed into just a few streets. It's a place of young professionals and students: most households are single-person (690 out of 1,185), and the largest age group is 25 to 45 (930 people). The area has a very strong urban character (over 10,000 addresses per km²). There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the statistics: a lively, central pocket of Amsterdam where space is at a premium. The Weesperzijde-Noord neighbourhood is known for its mix of classic architecture and modern city life.
Your daily routine here is wonderfully compact. For bread and basics, SPAR is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For a bigger shop, Lidl is a five-minute walk. There are two primary schools within a couple of streets: 4e Montessorischoolschool de Pinksterbloem and OBS Aldoende, both about 279 m away. Secondary schools are also close: Kiem Montessori and IVKO - Leren van Kunst are a five-minute walk. The nearest train station is a ten-minute walk, and a park or public garden is a couple of streets away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the cultural and dining options you'd expect, with a restaurant just around the corner.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including DSTRCT | Forbes Global Properties and DSTRCT Amsterdam. The price and details are current as of the listing date.
Details of this home
Swammerdamstraat 42, Amsterdam
Data from Weesperzijde-Noord
Data from Weesperzijde-Noord
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200 within 5 km
About Swammerdamstraat 42, Amsterdam
The asking price is 131% above the neighbourhood average of €757,524, and it's the most expensive of the 21 homes currently for sale in Weesperzijde-Noord. However, the apartment is also 116% larger than the typical 79 m² in the area, and it has an A energy label, rare for a 1887 building. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value space and efficiency in this central location.
At 171 m², this apartment is 116% larger than the neighbourhood average of 79 m². Most homes in Weesperzijde-Noord are smaller, with the average price per m² around €10,003. This home's price per m² works out to about €10,233, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average but in line with its premium size and energy label.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, 40.9% of homes have label A, and only 4.5% have A+. With a building from 1887, an A label is exceptional and means low energy costs and good insulation. You won't have to worry about draughty windows or high heating bills.
The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. That's convenient for commuting to other parts of Amsterdam or further afield. The station itself is not named in the listing, but the distance is manageable on foot or by bike.
There are several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk. SPAR is 229 m away, Albert Heijn is 279 m, and another Albert Heijn is 364 m. For budget options, Lidl is 458 m. You'll have no trouble picking up groceries on your way home.
Yes, there are primary and secondary schools within walking distance. Two primary schools, 4e Montessorischoolschool de Pinksterbloem and OBS Aldoende, are both 279 m away. For secondary education, Kiem Montessori (397 m) and IVKO - Leren van Kunst (406 m) are close. Cygnus Gymnasium is 455 m away.
The neighbourhood recorded 177 total crimes in the latest data. Without a breakdown, it's hard to say more. It's a dense urban area with a young population, so typical city dynamics apply. You can check local crime maps for more detail.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Weesperzijde-Noord
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