Centrum West, Diemen
NeighbourhoodThis 58 m² apartment on Van Markenplantsoen sits in a lively part of Diemen, with the village centre just a couple of streets away. Built in 1965 and carrying an energy label G, it's a home that will need some attention on heating costs. The asking price of €315,000 is on the high side compared to other apartments in Diemen, but the location and size explain the premium.
Centrum West is a densely built urban neighbourhood with over 2,300 residents, many living alone. It's a mix of ages, with a good number of families and older residents too. The area has a very high density of addresses, so it feels busy and central. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a typical city-centre mix. The neighbourhood Centrum West is well served by shops and public transport.
Your daily bread comes from Vomar, just around the corner, or the AH XL a couple of streets away. For school runs, Openbare Basisschool De Octopus is on your doorstep, and St. Petrusschool is a five-minute walk. The municipality Diemen keeps the area well maintained, with a park or garden just a couple of streets away.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Verhoef Vastgoed.
Details of this home
van Markenplantsoen 156, Diemen
Data from Centrum West
74 within 5 km
118 within 5 km
About van Markenplantsoen 156, Diemen
The asking price of €315,000 is on the high side compared to other apartments in Diemen, but the 58 m² floor area and central location in Centrum West justify the figure. Without comparable sales data for the immediate neighbourhood, it's hard to say exactly how it stacks up, but the price reflects the convenience of living in a very urban area with shops and transport nearby.
Energy label G is the lowest rating, meaning the home is not energy efficient. You can expect high heating costs, especially in winter. The apartment was built in 1965, so insulation and glazing are likely outdated. Budgeting for energy bills is important, and improvements like double glazing or better insulation could make a big difference.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a 17-minute walk or a short cycle. That's a reasonable distance for commuting, though not on your doorstep. The area is very well connected by bus and tram as well, given the high address density.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Openbare Basisschool De Octopus is just 184 m away, St. Petrusschool at 366 m, and Jenaplanschool De Nieuwe Kring at 748 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 2.4 km away, so older children would need to cycle or take public transport.
Centrum West recorded 95 total crimes in the latest data, which for a neighbourhood of over 2,300 residents is moderate. It's a typical city-centre area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.
You have a Vomar supermarket just 179 m away and an AH XL at 234 m, so daily groceries are very convenient. There's also a Jumbo at 974 m for variety. Restaurants are just 0.2 km away, and a library is 0.4 km, so the area is well equipped for everyday needs.
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