A classic Amsterdam apartment on Swammerdamstraat
This one-bedroom apartment on Swammerdamstraat sits in a lively part of the city, with the Amstel river just a couple of streets away. At 50 m² it is compact but well laid out, and the C energy label means heating costs are moderate. The rent of €2,750 is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €3,388, making it a keen price for the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in size and price.
The Weesperzijde-Noord neighbourhood
Weesperzijde-Noord is a dense, urban pocket with a young population, most residents are between 25 and 45. It is a neighbourhood of flats and apartments, with very few single-family homes. The area has a high address density, so you are surrounded by shops, cafés and restaurants. There are no resident reviews available for this street, but the figures show a fast-moving rental market: homes here are let in an average of 18 days. This is the Weesperzijde-Noord neighbourhood in a nutshell.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a SPAR is a five-minute walk away. There are several schools within walking distance: the 4e Montessorischool (primary) is on your doorstep, and secondary schools like IVKO and Kiem Montessori are a couple of streets away. A park or public garden is a ten-minute walk, and the nearest train station is 1.7 km away. The municipality of Amsterdam provides all the usual city services, and you can read more about the municipality of Amsterdam here.
Source and availability
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Valerius Rentals. It is available for rent at €2,750 per month.
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Frequently asked questions
About Swammerdamstraat 70A, Amsterdam
Is €2,750 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €2,750 is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €3,388, so it is on the keen side. However, the apartment is also smaller than average, 50 m² versus 68 m² in the neighbourhood. Given the location and the fast-moving market (homes let in 18 days on average), the price appears competitive.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is average for a building from 1886. You can expect moderate heating costs, but not the highest efficiency. The label is stated in the listing, so no further guesswork is needed.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 192 metres, just around the corner. A SPAR is 301 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is 324 metres. For daily shopping you have several options within a five-minute walk.
What schools are near this apartment?
The closest primary school is the 4e Montessorischool at 168 metres. For secondary education, IVKO is 319 metres and Kiem Montessori is 324 metres. Several other schools are within a ten-minute walk.
How quickly do rental homes go in this neighbourhood?
According to market data, rental homes in Weesperzijde-Noord are let in an average of 18 days. That is relatively fast, so if you are interested, the market moves quickly here.
Is there a train station nearby?
The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. The exact station is not named in the listing, but the distance is provided.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of safety?
The neighbourhood recorded 177 total crimes in the latest data. As with any urban area, it is worth being aware of your surroundings, but no specific safety concerns are highlighted in the listing.
