Sarphatiparkbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 79 m² apartment on the Tweede Jan van der Heijdenstraat sits in the lively Oude Pijp, a neighbourhood known for its market, cafes and canals. The home dates from 1887 and has an energy label C. At €995,000, the asking price is 35% above the neighbourhood average of €735,031, which puts it on the high side compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
The Sarphatiparkbuurt neighbourhood is a dense, urban area with a strong sense of community. One resident, who has lived here for fifty years, calls it a "Lovely neighbourhood". The area is home to many singles and young professionals, with an average household size of 1.5. The streets are lined with restaurants, bars and independent shops, and the Sarphatipark itself is just a couple of streets away.
Daily life here revolves around the Albert Heijn and Lidl, both just around the corner, and the Jumbo a five-minute walk away. For school runs, the 3e Daltonschool Alberdingk Thijm is a couple of streets away, and secondary school IVKO - Leren van Kunst is a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which means excellent public transport links and a wealth of cultural amenities.
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The asking price of €995,000 is 35% above the average asking price of €735,031 for apartments in the Sarphatiparkbuurt. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €510,000, so this home is at the higher end of the market. Whether it is fair depends on the condition and specific features, which are not detailed in the listing.
Energy label C is a mid-range label. It means the home is not the most efficient, but also not the least. In the neighbourhood, 37.5% of homes have label C, while 25% have label A. You can expect moderate energy costs, but the exact amount depends on usage and the specific installations.
The Sarphatiparkbuurt is very well equipped for daily needs. There are several supermarkets within a five-minute walk, including Albert Heijn and Lidl just around the corner. Primary and secondary schools are also within walking distance. The area has a high density of restaurants and cafes, and the Sarphatipark is a couple of streets away.
The nearest train station is 2.5 km away, so for national rail connections you would need a bike or tram. However, the neighbourhood is very well served by trams and buses that connect to the rest of Amsterdam. The address density is very high, indicating a strongly urban area with frequent public transport.
The floor area is 79 m², but without a room count, the layout is unknown. You would need to check the floor plan with the agent.
The listing does not mention any outdoor space such as a garden, balcony or terrace. The plot size is not given, so it is not possible to infer whether there is private outdoor space.
In the Oude Pijp, on-street parking is limited and often requires a permit. The neighbourhood is very densely built, so a car is not essential for daily life.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
My neighbourhood for fifty years
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| Sale price | €769,136 | €537,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €11,112 | – |
| Rent price | €3,196 p/m | €3,000 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €37 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
My neighbourhood for fifty years
Auto-translated to English by AIYou can easily get out in this neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here quite a long time. Too long. It's getting busier and busier with tourists. Houses are in poor condition, lots of damp and mould, and very small and noisy. Many people with kids are moving elsewhere. Lots of rubbish in the streets and a lot of nuisance from pubs and restaurants. Noise from passers-by and tourists, especially in summer.
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| Sale price | €762,073 | €604,145 |
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| Sale per m² | €11,007 | – |
| Rent price | €3,134 p/m | €3,165 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €40 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
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| Sale price | €834,169 | €704,951 |
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| Sale per m² | €8,941 | – |
| Rent price | €2,784 p/m | €2,628 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Tweede Jan van der Heijdenstraat 30H, Amsterdam
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