Tweede Schinkelstraat 51-2

The asking price of €500,051 is 36% below the neighbourhood average of €776,169, but the apartment is also 26% smaller than the average home in Schinkelbuurt-Noord (57 m² vs 77 m²). The median sold price in the area is €585,000, so this listing is priced below that. Given the compact size and good energy label, the price appears keen relative to the local market.

Schinkelbuurt-Noord is a quiet, pre-war neighbourhood with a high density of residents. Most homes were built before 1945, giving the area a classic Amsterdam character. The population is predominantly young adults aged 25-45, and there are many single-person households. The Vondelpark is within walking distance, and the area has a low crime rate compared to the city average.

The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride. This gives access to the wider Amsterdam region and beyond.

There are several supermarkets within walking distance. Dirk is just 155 m away, and Albert Heijn is 197 m away. Jumbo is a bit further at 449 m. For daily groceries, you have plenty of options on your doorstep.

Primary schools within a ten-minute walk include Cultuurprofielschool De Notenkraker (559 m) and Oecumenische basisschool Nautilus (562 m). For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort ISK is 496 m away, and Tobiasschool VMBO is 631 m away.

The apartment has energy label B, which means it is reasonably energy-efficient. You can expect moderate heating costs compared to older homes with lower labels. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, with 20% of homes at B and 36% at C.

The building was constructed in 1922, which is typical for this neighbourhood, 92.6% of homes were built before 1945. The pre-war construction gives the apartment character, but you may want to check the maintenance of the building's shared elements.