Marathonbuurt-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Turnerstraat sits in a quiet pocket of Amsterdam's Stadionbuurt, with the leafy Vondelpark just a couple of streets away. At 64 m² it's a compact two-bedroom home (the layout is typical for the 1930s), and the energy label F means heating costs will be noticeable. The asking price of €475,000 is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €512,933, so it's keenly priced for the area. Compared to other apartments in Amsterdam, this one offers a solid entry into the owner-occupied market.
Marathonbuurt-West is a pre-war neighbourhood with a strong urban feel, the address density is over 5,000 addresses per km². Most homes are apartments, and the area is popular with singles and couples: nearly two-thirds of households are one-person. The streets are lined with plane trees, and the mix of small shops and cafés gives it a village-like atmosphere within the city. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a relatively low crime rate of 116 incidents per year. For a sense of the area, you can read more about the Marathonbuurt-West neighbourhood.
Your morning routine could start at Ekoplaza, just around the corner for organic groceries, or at Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For primary schools, the Europaschool is on your doorstep, and the Vrije Schoolgemeenschap Geert Groote School is a five-minute walk. Secondary options include the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort and Spinoza Lyceum, both within a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood is well served by public transport, with the nearest train station 1.6 km away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Openbare Makelaardij and Funda. The agent has published full details, so you can view the floor plan and schedule a viewing directly.
Details of this home
Turnerstraat 25C, Amsterdam
Data from Marathonbuurt-West
Data from Marathonbuurt-West
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About Turnerstraat 25C, Amsterdam
The asking price of €475,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €512,933 and the median of €495,000. Given the 64 m² floor area, the price per m² works out to about €7,422, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €8,957 per m². So it's priced keenly compared to other homes currently for sale in Marathonbuurt-West.
The energy label is F, which is one of the lower ratings. This means the home is not well insulated and heating costs will be higher than in a more efficient home. The neighbourhood data shows that 38.5% of homes have a label D or lower, so an F label is not unusual for a pre-war apartment. You should budget for higher energy bills.
The nearest train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk. The address density of over 5,000 per km² indicates a very urban area with frequent public transport options.
There are several schools within walking distance. The Europaschool (primary) is just 111 m away, and the Vrije Schoolgemeenschap Geert Groote School (primary) is 262 m away. For secondary education, the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort is 389 m away and the Spinoza Lyceum Amsterdam is 538 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
Currently there are 15 apartments for sale in Marathonbuurt-West, with prices ranging from €425,000 to €780,000. The average time on the market for sold homes is 34 days, which suggests a fairly active market. The neighbourhood has a mix of owner-occupied (15%) and rental properties.
Marathonbuurt-West has a relatively low proportion of families, only 290 households with children out of 1,524 homes. The average household size is 1.6, indicating many singles and couples. However, there are several primary schools nearby and the Vondelpark is close, so it can work for families who want an urban lifestyle.
Yes, there are several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk. Ekoplaza is 145 m away, Albert Heijn is 224 m away, and another Albert Heijn is 325 m away. Jumbo is 592 m away. For daily groceries, you have plenty of options just around the corner.
The apartment was built in 1931, which is typical for this neighbourhood, 100% of homes in Marathonbuurt-West were built before 1945. The building is part of the pre-war Amsterdam School style, with brick facades and high ceilings. The apartment is on the first floor (as indicated by the 'C' in the address).
6 homes in the neighbourhood Marathonbuurt-West