Cornelis Schuytbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 192 m² apartment on Van Breestraat sits in the heart of the Museumkwartier, where tree-lined streets and stately 1903 architecture set the tone. With an energy label B, it combines period charm with decent efficiency. At €2,450,000, the asking price is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €3,026,220, a keen price for a home of this size in this part of town. For context, that's in line with what similar apartments in Amsterdam typically go for.
The neighbourhood Cornelis Schuytbuurt is a compact, sought-after pocket of Amsterdam. One resident sums it up: "It is a very nice neighbourhood. There is plenty to do with Vondelpark around the corner. Many schools for my children and enough supermarkets." The area is densely urban (over 7,300 addresses per km²) and home to a mix of households, roughly a third are singles, a quarter have children. Incomes are above average, and the streets are lively with restaurants and cultural spots.
Your morning bread run is just around the corner at Albert Heijn, barely a minute's walk. For a bigger shop, Jumbo is a couple of streets away. Three primary schools, including the 2e Daltonschool Pieter Bakkum and De Amsterdamse Montessori School, are all within a five-minute walk, making the school run a doddle. Secondary education is also close, with Het Amsterdams Lyceum a short stroll away. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and recreational perks you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through two channels: DSTRCT Amsterdam and DSTRCT | Forbes Global Properties on Funda.
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The asking price is 19% below the average asking price in the Cornelis Schuytbuurt (€3,026,220) and close to the median of €2,300,000. Given the 192 m² floor area and energy label B, it is priced keenly for the neighbourhood.
The Cornelis Schuytbuurt is a very desirable area with Vondelpark on your doorstep, plenty of restaurants, and good schools. It is densely built-up but green, with a mix of families and professionals. One resident describes it as 'a very nice neighbourhood' with plenty to do.
Albert Heijn is just 104 metres away, so you can pop out for groceries in under two minutes. Jumbo is about 700 metres away for a wider selection.
Yes, several primary schools are within a five-minute walk, including the 2e Daltonschool Pieter Bakkum and De Amsterdamse Montessori School. For secondary education, Het Amsterdams Lyceum is about 500 metres away.
The apartment has energy label B, which is efficient for a building from 1903. You can expect relatively low energy costs compared to older homes with lower labels.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, so you would need a bike or tram to reach it. The area is well served by trams and buses.
With 192 m² of living space, this is a generously sized apartment, well above the neighbourhood average of 190 m². The layout is typical of a classic Amsterdam apartment with high ceilings and large rooms.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
It 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 | €2,819,459 | €2,150,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €15,068 | – |
| Rent price | €4,988 p/m | €3,850 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €51 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 | €2,432,087 | €1,935,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €14,328 | – |
| Rent price | €4,676 p/m | €4,312 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €45 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €835,039 | €703,650 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,951 | – |
| Rent price | €2,803 p/m | €2,646 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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