Hondecoeterbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a classic Amsterdam apartment on Van Baerlestraat, in the heart of the Museumkwartier. With 198 m² of living space, it is 39% larger than the neighbourhood average, which is rare for this area. The home dates from 1901 and has an E energy label, so heating costs will be noticeable. At €1,695,000, the price is in line with the market, given the size and location. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €12,779, and the median asking price for apartments is €1,562,500. You can compare this with other apartments in Amsterdam.
The Hondecoeterbuurt is a quiet, leafy pocket within the Museumkwartier, known for its wide streets and stately architecture. The neighbourhood has around 2,040 residents, with a mix of families and singles, about a quarter of households have children. It is a very urban area, with an address density of over 7,000 per km², so you are surrounded by city life. Incomes are above average, and the area feels safe and well-maintained. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data paints a picture of a stable, affluent community. To learn more, see the Hondecoeterbuurt neighbourhood.
Your daily routine here is wonderfully convenient. For your morning bread, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Coop is a couple of streets away. There are several schools within a five-minute walk: the Hildebrand Van Loonschool (primary) and the Sweelinck College (secondary) are both on your doorstep. The Montessori Lyceum is also a short stroll away. For a coffee or dinner, restaurants are just around the corner, and the Vondelpark is a five-minute walk for a weekend stroll. This is city living at its most refined. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Broersma Wonen. The listing is available on Funda as well.
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Van Baerlestraat 148-2, Amsterdam
Data from Hondecoeterbuurt
Data from Hondecoeterbuurt
156 within 5 km
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About Van Baerlestraat 148-2, Amsterdam
The asking price of €1,695,000 is in line with the market. The average price per m² in the Hondecoeterbuurt is €12,779, and this apartment is 198 m², so the price per m² works out to about €8,560, well below the neighbourhood average. The median asking price for apartments in the area is €1,562,500, but this home is larger than most, so the higher total price is justified.
The energy label is E, which is on the lower end of the scale. This means the home is not very energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating costs compared to a home with a better label. In the neighbourhood, about 35% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a pre-war building. You may want to consider energy-saving measures over time.
The apartment has a floor area of 198 m², which is 39% larger than the neighbourhood average of 142 m². This is a spacious home for the area, especially given that it is an apartment.
The Hondecoeterbuurt is a quiet, upscale neighbourhood within the Museumkwartier. It has a mix of families and singles, with about 25% of households having children. The area is very urban but feels safe and green, with the Vondelpark nearby. There are no resident reviews available, but CBS data shows a stable, affluent community.
The nearest train station is 2 km away. This is a reasonable distance, about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle. The area is well served by trams and buses, so public transport is convenient.
There are several schools within walking distance. The Sweelinck College (secondary) is just 117 m away, and the Hildebrand Van Loonschool (primary) is 233 m away. The Montessori Lyceum (secondary) is 283 m away, and the Peetersschool (primary) is 314 m away. So school runs are very easy.
Yes, the nearest Albert Heijn is 331 m away, just a few minutes' walk. There is also a Coop at 605 m, another Albert Heijn at 633 m, a Jumbo at 672 m, and an Aldi at 704 m. So you have plenty of options for daily shopping.
The CBS data records 127 total crimes in the neighbourhood, which for an area of this density is relatively low. The Hondecoeterbuurt is considered a safe area, with a quiet, residential feel despite being in the city centre.
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