Wielingenbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis rental apartment on Volkerakstraat feels like a calm retreat in the middle of the city. The street is mostly local traffic, so the bustle is very manageable, residents describe it as a village in the city. At €2,300 per month, the rent is 17% below the neighbourhood average of €2,775, making it a keen price for a 70 m² home with energy label B. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its value.
The Wielingenbuurt is a child-friendly, cosy neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. Based on two reviews, residents appreciate the quiet streets where kids can play, the proximity to Beatrixpark, and the cosy Maasstraat around the corner. One resident says: "Very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood, close to the city, main roads and green spaces." Another adds: "Nice, cosy, child-friendly and quiet neighbourhood, lots of green, good amenities, feels like a village in the middle of the city." The only downsides mentioned are busy traffic on the Scheldestraat and overflowing rubbish bins. The neighbourhood has a mix of households, with many singles and a fair number of families. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Wielingenbuurt.
Your daily routine is well served here. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away, and Coop is a five-minute walk. For schools, Vossius Gymnasium and Mediacollege Amsterdam are both a couple of streets away, while Dongeschool is a five-minute walk. The Scheldestraat, Maasstraat and Beethovenstraat shopping streets are within walking distance, and Beatrixpark is just around the corner. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the amenities you'd expect from a major city.
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Volkerakstraat 61G, Amsterdam
Very good · 2 residents
Pleasant living in this neighbourhood. Mostly local traffic, so the bustle is very manageable. Feels like a village in the city. Close to various schools, Beatrixpark and the centre. The Scheldestraat, Maasstraat and Beethovenstraat shopping streets are within walking distance. Child-friendly. The only downside is the busy traffic on the Scheldestraat, which can cause dangerous situations.
Auto-translated to English by AIPros - Lots of green (Beatrixpark opposite us) - Good amenities - Quiet street where kids can play - Cosy Maasstraat around the corner - Feels like a village in the middle of the city Cons - Dangerous traffic on Scheldestraat - Rubbish bins often too full, causing lots of waste next to the bins
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About Volkerakstraat 61G, Amsterdam
Yes, it is. The rent is 17% below the neighbourhood average of €2,775 for rental homes. For a 70 m² apartment with energy label B in a quiet, well-located part of Amsterdam, this is a keen price.
The Wielingenbuurt is a quiet, child-friendly area that feels like a village in the city. Residents praise the green spaces, good amenities, and the cosy Maasstraat shopping street. The only drawbacks are busy traffic on the Scheldestraat and occasional rubbish issues.
The nearest train station is 1.3 km away, about a 15-minute walk.
Albert Heijn is just around the corner (210 m), Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away (232 m), and Coop is a five-minute walk (470 m). There are also other options like Aldi within walking distance.
Yes, several schools are within walking distance. Vossius Gymnasium and Mediacollege Amsterdam are both a couple of streets away, and Dongeschool is a five-minute walk. There are also other primary and secondary schools nearby.
The energy label is B, which means the home is reasonably energy-efficient. You can expect moderate energy costs, though exact amounts depend on usage.
The listing does not state whether the flat is furnished or unfurnished.
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