Hondecoeterbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis rental apartment on Van Baerlestraat sits in the heart of the Museumkwartier, one of Amsterdam's most elegant neighbourhoods. The 85 m² home from 1908 has a traditional layout with high ceilings and plenty of natural light. At €2,950 per month, the rent is 59% below the neighbourhood average of €7,171, which makes it a keen option compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
The Hondecooperbuurt is a quiet, residential pocket within the Museumkwartier, known for its wide streets and 19th-century architecture. With 2,040 residents, the area has a mix of singles (540) and families (255), and a high proportion of people aged 25,45. The urbanity level is very strong (address density 7,199 per km²), so you are surrounded by shops, cafés and cultural venues. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture is based purely on statistics. Learn more about the Hondecooperbuurt neighbourhood.
Your daily routine is wonderfully compact. For bread and groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there is a Coop a couple of streets away. Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Hildebrand Van Loonschool and Nicolaas Maes. For secondary education, Sweelinck College is on your doorstep and Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is a couple of streets away. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which means all city amenities are easily accessible.
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The rent of €2,950 is 59% below the neighbourhood average of €7,171, but the apartment is also smaller than average (85 m² vs 159 m²). Given the location and the property's age, the price is keen compared to other rentals in the Hondecooperbuurt.
Energy label C is a mid-range label. It means the home is registered as reasonably efficient, but it does not tell you exactly which measures have been taken. Expect moderate energy costs, but not the lowest possible.
The nearest train station is 2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short tram ride. The area is well served by trams and buses.
The Hondecooperbuurt is a quiet, upscale residential area within the Museumkwartier. It has a mix of singles and families, with many residents aged 25,45. The urbanity level is very strong, so you have shops, restaurants and cultural venues within walking distance.
Yes, there are several schools within a short walk. Primary schools include Hildebrand Van Loonschool (162 m) and Nicolaas Maes (273 m). For secondary education, Sweelinck College is at 124 m and Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam at 322 m.
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 179 m, just around the corner. A Coop is 677 m away, and there are other options like SPAR and Jumbo within a ten-minute walk.
The listing does not state whether the apartment is furnished or unfurnished.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,956,333 | €1,650,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €12,446 | – |
| Rent price | €7,171 p/m | €6,500 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €42 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
De Harmoniehof is a neat and safe neighbourhood with well-maintained homes, adequate amenities, and good accessibility. Schools and shops are nearby, and the area is clean and quiet. The sense of community could be better: residents live somewhat past each other, and there is little contact or joint activities. More neighbourhood initiatives would strengthen cohesion.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a very nice neighbourhood. There is plenty to do with Vondelpark around the corner. Many schools for my children and enough supermarkets.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,412,773 | €1,904,496 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €14,121 | – |
| Rent price | €4,696 p/m | €3,967 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €46 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
IJburg 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €821,497 | €693,790 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,913 | – |
| Rent price | €2,800 p/m | €2,600 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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