Vaalrivierstraat 3B
Transvaalbuurt-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodA pre-war apartment in Amsterdam's Transvaalbuurt-West
This apartment on the Vaalrivierstraat sits in a lively part of Amsterdam, with the city's energy right on your doorstep. At 48 m² it's compact but efficient, and with an energy label B it's reasonably efficient for a 1931 build. The asking price of €465,000 is in line with the market, the median in the neighbourhood is €450,000, so this one is priced keenly for its size. For context, apartments in Amsterdam average around €9,282 per m², and this one works out at about €9,688 per m², which is competitive.
The Transvaalbuurt-West neighbourhood
The Transvaalbuurt-West neighbourhood is a dense, urban area with a real mix of people. It's home to around 4,020 residents, mostly in small households, the average household size is just 1.7. The area is dominated by pre-war housing (87.5% built before 1945), and most homes are rentals (74%). Based on three reviews, opinions are divided: one long-term resident says, 'I have lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years… I still live there with great pleasure!', while another describes it as 'Not a great neighbourhood', citing social tensions. The overall score is 6.88 out of 10, so it's a mixed bag.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Vomar and Lidl also within a five-minute walk. There are several primary schools nearby, including Integraal Kindcentrum De Kaap and IBS De Vijgenboom, as well as Cygnus Gymnasium for secondary education. The area is very urban, address density is over 8,300 per km², so you'll find plenty of restaurants, cafés and shops within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, making it easy to get around the municipality of Amsterdam.
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At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including www.vva.amsterdam, Funda and Pararius.
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About Vaalrivierstraat 3B, Amsterdam
Is €465,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €465,000 is close to the neighbourhood median of €450,000 and below the average of €519,586. At roughly €9,688 per m², it's slightly above the neighbourhood average of €9,282 per m², but given the energy label B and the central location, it's priced in line with the market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has an energy label B, which is good for a building from 1931. It means the home is reasonably energy-efficient, so you can expect moderate heating costs. In the neighbourhood, only 13.3% of homes have label A or better, so this is above average.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.0 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to other parts of Amsterdam or further afield.
What are the neighbours like?
Based on three reviews, opinions vary. One resident who has lived there for 79 years loves it, while another reports social issues. The average score is 6.88 out of 10. The area has a mix of ages, with many singles (1,315 one-person households) and a significant number of residents aged 25-45.
What shops and schools are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within a five-minute walk, including Albert Heijn (327 m), Vomar (426 m) and Lidl (490 m). Primary schools like Integraal Kindcentrum De Kaap (241 m) and IBS De Vijgenboom (300 m) are close, as is Cygnus Gymnasium (458 m) for secondary education.
How safe is the neighbourhood?
The neighbourhood recorded 187 total crimes in the latest data, but without a per-capita figure it's hard to compare. One review mentions social tensions, but another long-term resident feels safe. It's a dense urban area, so typical city precautions apply.
What is the typical time to sell in this area?
Homes in the neighbourhood that sold recently took an average of 36 days to sell. This suggests a reasonably active market, though not exceptionally fast.
Is the apartment suitable for a couple?
At 48 m² with one bedroom (not stated but typical for this size), it's compact but fine for a couple or a single person.
Experiences from Transvaalbuurt-West
How residents experience their neighbourhood
People are not okay, they talk too much about you with lies, attack you without reason and believe what other people say about you without asking what your story is.
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Auto-translated to English by AII have lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years. Over those years I have seen many changes, but I still live there with great pleasure! And I will continue to do so until the very end! Transvaal is my life!
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €519,969 | €475,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,083 | – |
| Rent price | €2,850 p/m | €2,275 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €37 p/m | – |
Experiences from Transvaalbuurt
How residents experience their district
People are not okay, they talk too much about you with lies, attack you without reason and believe what other people say about you without asking what your story is.
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Auto-translated to English by AII have lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years. Over those years I have seen many changes, but I still live there with great pleasure! And I will continue to do so until the very end! Transvaal is my life!
Auto-translated to English by AII've been living here for 43 years with great pleasure
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €547,511 | €509,667 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,799 | – |
| Rent price | €2,850 p/m | €2,275 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €37 p/m | – |
Experiences from Amsterdam
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.
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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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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €827,896 | €696,923 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,900 | – |
| Rent price | €2,796 p/m | €2,616 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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Vaalrivierstraat 3B, Amsterdam
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