A calm, modern apartment on IJburg
This bright apartment on Talbotstraat sits in the Ed Pelsterparkbuurt, a quiet corner of IJburg-West in Amsterdam. Built in 2008, it has an energy label A and a floor area of 96 m², so it is efficient and easy to run. At €1,730 per month, the rent is about 12% below the neighbourhood average of €1,956, which makes it a keen option for the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but this one sits at the lower end for its size.
The Ed Pelsterparkbuurt
The Ed Pelsterparkbuurt neighbourhood is a planned, orderly part of IJburg, with wide streets and water nearby. Based on five reviews, residents give it a 6.35 out of 10. One resident says: "Heavenly wide, not far from the bustling centre, with a good tram connection to Central Station." Another notes: "I grew up here, great neighbourhood! Lots of memories and people I know." The area is home to many families, with 48% of households having children, and a mix of cultures living side by side. Some residents mention that while the streets feel a bit grey, the surrounding nature and green spaces are a real plus.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Vomar is a couple of streets away, so bread and groceries are never far. Families with young children have Daltonschool Neptunus a five-minute walk away, and the Willibrordschool is also within easy reach. The neighbourhood has a friendly police station, which one resident says gives a pleasant sense of safety. The tram connection to Central Station is good, though reaching other neighbourhoods may require a transfer. The municipality of Amsterdam manages the area, and the water in summer makes up for the quieter winters, as one resident put it.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only via REBO Huurwoningen.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Talbotstraat 83, Amsterdam
Is €1,730 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 12% below the neighbourhood average of €1,956, and the average price per m² in the area is €20.74. With 96 m², this apartment comes in below that rate, so it is on the keen side for the Ed Pelsterparkbuurt. The median rent in the neighbourhood is €1,870, so this home sits under that too.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. That means you can expect relatively low energy costs for heating and hot water. The label is an official registration, and it reflects the home's energy performance as registered.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 6 km away. That is a bit of a distance, so you would likely rely on the tram or bus for rail connections. The tram connection to Central Station is good, according to a resident review, but other destinations may require transfers.
What are the nearest supermarkets?
The Albert Heijn is 258 metres away, just around the corner, and the Vomar is 412 metres away, a couple of streets further. A Dekamarkt is about 1.1 km away. For daily groceries, the two closest options cover most needs without going far.
Which schools are close by?
Daltonschool Neptunus is 348 metres away, and the Willibrordschool is 451 metres away, both within a short walk. There is also SBO Het Spectrum vestiging IJburg at 478 metres for special primary education. For secondary education, the nearest is about 1.1 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
The Ed Pelsterparkbuurt has a high share of households with children, at 48%, and the average household size is 2.4. The area is quiet and orderly, with green spaces and water nearby. One resident notes that the streets are straight-laced grey, but nature is all around, and the police station is friendly and approachable.
