A classic Amsterdam apartment on the Waalstraat
This apartment on the Waalstraat sits in a lively part of Amsterdam, where the streets have a friendly, settled feel. The building dates from 1924, and the home covers 74 m² with an energy label C. At €2,750 a month, the rent sat above the neighbourhood average of €2,652, but below the median of €3,088, so it was in line with what similar homes were asking. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, and this one was priced accordingly. This home has not been online since 10 November 2026.
The IJselbuurt-West neighbourhood
The IJselbuurt-West is a close-knit corner of Amsterdam, and one resident describes it as "very cosy," adding that "it's often cosy everywhere and everyone knows each other." That sense of familiarity comes through in the streets, where people tend to know their neighbours. The area is home to a mix of households, with a large share of single-person homes and a smaller number of families with children. It's a neighbourhood where daily life feels easy, and the IJselbuurt-West neighbourhood has its own character within the wider city.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Coop is a couple of streets away, so picking up groceries is straightforward. The Berlage Lyceum is on your doorstep for secondary education, while several primary schools, including the 9e Montessorischool De Scholekster, are within a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, which makes getting around the city simple. All of this sits within the municipality of Amsterdam, where the urban rhythm is always close by.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including HOUSINGNET Vastgoedprofessionals.
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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.
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About Waalstraat 3A, Amsterdam
Was €2,750 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €2,750 was slightly above the average of €2,652 for rentals in the neighbourhood, but below the median of €3,088. With a floor area of 74 m², the price per square metre came to about €37, which was below the neighbourhood average of €47.81 per m². So the rent was in line with what similar homes were asking, and the price per square metre was relatively favourable.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is an official registration from EP-Online. A C label is in the middle of the scale, meaning the home is neither the most nor the least efficient.
How quickly do rentals in this neighbourhood go?
Homes in this neighbourhood are rented out on average within 13 days, according to recent figures. That gives a sense of how active the rental market is here. With only a handful of rentals currently available, the supply is limited, which may explain the pace.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
One resident describes the area as "very cosy," noting that "it's often cosy everywhere and everyone knows each other." The neighbourhood has a strong sense of community, with many single-person households and a smaller number of families. It's a place where people tend to know their neighbours, and the streets have a settled, friendly atmosphere.
What amenities are close to this apartment?
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Coop is a couple of streets away, so daily groceries are easy. The Berlage Lyceum is on your doorstep for secondary education, and several primary schools are within a five-minute walk. The train station is about 1.6 km away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
How did the price compare to other rentals in the area?
The neighbourhood had a range of rentals, from €831 to €3,600 per month. The average was €2,652 and the median was €3,088. At €2,750, this apartment sat between those figures, so it was priced in line with the local market. The average rental in the area is 73 m², which is close to this home's 74 m².
