A 1994 apartment on Van Ollefenstraat
This two-bedroom apartment on Van Ollefenstraat sits in the Louis Crispijnbuurt, a quiet pocket of Amsterdam's Slotervaart district. The listing does not state an energy label, so the rest of this page focuses on the street and the neighbourhood rather than the home's efficiency. At €1,800 per month, the rent sits above the neighbourhood average of €1,695, which is in line with the larger floor area compared to other rentals here. For context, apartments in Amsterdam typically command a premium in the city.
The Louis Crispijnbuurt
The Louis Crispijnbuurt neighbourhood is a residential area with a mix of ages: about a quarter of residents are between 25 and 45, while a fifth are 65 or older. Over half of households are single-person, and a quarter have children, giving the streets a varied, everyday feel. The housing stock is mostly rental, with only about a fifth of homes owner-occupied. Homes here are let quickly, with an average rental period of 12 days, reflecting steady demand. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the figures alone.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from this address. A Dirk supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, so fresh bread and groceries are never far. For school runs, Daltonschool Louis Bouwmeester is a couple of streets away, while Calvijn College for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP practice is also just around the corner, and a train station is 2.1 km away. The municipality of Amsterdam provides the wider urban context, with all the city's amenities within reach.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only via NEWCURB, and the agent has not published an energy label for the property.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Van Ollefenstraat 8, Amsterdam
Why is there no energy label in this listing?
This means the home's energy efficiency is not known from the listing, and no assumptions can be made about it.
Is €1,800 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,800 is above the neighbourhood average of €1,695 for rentals, but the floor area of 69 m² is larger than the average of 80 m² in the area. The price per square metre works out to about €26, compared to the neighbourhood average of €21.19, so it is on the higher side for the area.
How quickly do homes in this neighbourhood get rented?
Homes in the Louis Crispijnbuurt are rented within an average of 12 days, according to recent data. This suggests a steady demand for rental properties in the area, with 14 homes rented out in the recent period.
What is the neighbourhood like for daily shopping?
A Dirk supermarket is just 36 metres from the door, and an Albert Heijn is 143 metres away, so most daily shopping is within a short walk. An AH to go is also available at 623 metres for quick stops. The area is well served for groceries.
Are there schools nearby?
Yes, Daltonschool Louis Bouwmeester is a primary school at 306 metres, and Calvijn College for secondary education is at 442 metres. Several other primary schools, including Huibersschool Dalton and Oecumenische basisschool Pro Rege, are within 600 metres, making school runs manageable on foot.
What is the public transport situation?
The nearest train station is 2.1 km from the apartment, which is a reasonable distance for occasional rail travel. The listing does not specify bus or tram lines, but the area is part of Amsterdam's broader transport network.
