Postjeskade en omgeving, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis pre-war apartment on a leafy street in the Westindische Buurt has a warm, lived-in feel. At 65 m² it's a compact two-bedroom home, with an energy label C that means reasonable efficiency. The asking price of €769,500 is 23% above the neighbourhood average of €626,531, so it's on the high side, but then you're buying into a sought-after part of town. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, and this one sits above the median.
The neighbourhood Postjeskade e.o. is a close-knit community with a real village feel despite being in the city. One resident says: "In our neighbourhood, the shops and public transport are easily accessible! The community is close-knit and they look out for each other." The area is densely populated, over 9,000 addresses per km², and mostly consists of pre-war apartments. It's a young area: the largest age group is 25 to 45, and many households are single people. The average household size is 1.7, and only 18% of households have children. Crime figures are moderate for a central Amsterdam neighbourhood.
Daily life here is easy. For groceries, Aldi is just around the corner, Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, and Jumbo and Lidl are a five-minute walk. There are several primary schools within walking distance: OBS Corantijn is on your doorstep, and the 7e Montessorischool is a couple of streets away. For secondary education, you're a ten-minute walk from options. The municipality Amsterdam offers excellent public transport, with a tram stop nearby and the train station a ten-minute walk away. A park is just around the corner for a quick escape from the city bustle.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Maarten van Vliet Makelaars.
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Van Walbeeckstraat 103H, Amsterdam
Excellent · 1 resident
In our neighbourhood, the shops and public transport are easily accessible! The community is close-knit and they look out for each other.
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About Van Walbeeckstraat 103H, Amsterdam
The asking price is 23% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€626,531) and well above the median of €512,500. However, homes here sell quickly, on average within 21 days, and the maximum asking price in the area is €1,420,000. Given the location and the property's pre-war character, the price reflects the premium for a desirable Amsterdam neighbourhood.
Postjeskade e.o. is a densely built, pre-war area with a strong sense of community. Residents appreciate the easy access to shops and public transport. The population is young, with many singles and couples, and the area feels lively yet safe. The only review gives it a 9.25 out of 10, highlighting the close-knit atmosphere.
The nearest supermarket is Aldi, just 255 metres away, about a three-minute walk. Albert Heijn is 317 metres away, and Jumbo and Lidl are both around 523 metres. For daily shopping, you have several options within a five-minute walk.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. OBS Corantijn is just 185 metres away, and the 7e Montessorischool is 502 metres away. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.5 km away, a 15,20 minute walk or short cycle.
The area is very well connected. The nearest tram stop is a few minutes' walk, and Amsterdam Central Station is about 1.6 km away, a 20-minute walk or short tram ride. The high address density (over 9,000 per km²) means frequent services.
The apartment has energy label C, which is average for a pre-war building. It means the home is reasonably well insulated but not as efficient as modern builds. You can expect moderate energy costs, but nothing extreme.
Homes in Postjeskade e.o. sell on average within 21 days, which is fast. This indicates strong demand. The current listing has 16 homes for sale, and 46 were sold recently, so turnover is healthy.
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