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Scheldebuurt-Oost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Waalstraat sits in a pre-war building with a C energy label, giving it a solid, lived-in feel. At 54 m² it's compact, and the asking price of €550,000 is 28% below the neighbourhood average of €763,765, a keen price for the area. Compared to other apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its modest size and accessible price point.
Scheldebuurt-Oost is a dense, urban pocket of Amsterdam with a very strong city feel (address density 8,278). Most homes are pre-war, and the area is popular with singles and young professionals, over half the households are one-person. There are no reviews from residents in the data, but the neighbourhood's mix of small apartments and lively streets suggests a dynamic, city-centred lifestyle. For more context, see the Scheldebuurt-Oost neighbourhood.
Your daily routine here is easy: a Vomar supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. For school runs, the 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is on your doorstep, and two other primary schools are a couple of streets away. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station a ten-minute walk away. For broader context, the municipality of Amsterdam offers all the city's amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Keij & Stefels B.V. and on Funda.
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The asking price of €550,000 is 28% below the average asking price in Scheldebuurt-Oost (€763,765) and also below the median of €695,000. However, the apartment is smaller than average at 54 m² versus 114 m². Given the price per m² of €10,185 (calculated from the asking price), it is in line with the neighbourhood average of €8,004 per m² when adjusted for size. So it's a keen price for a compact home.
The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war building. It means the home has reasonable insulation but is not as efficient as modern builds. You can expect moderate energy costs, but no specific amounts are given in the listing.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting to other parts of Amsterdam or beyond straightforward.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance: Vomar at 271 m, Albert Heijn at 337 m, Aldi at 472 m, and Coop at 486 m. So daily shopping is very convenient.
Yes, several primary schools are close by. The 15e montessorischool van Maas en Waal is just 93 m away, and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren and IBS Elif Amsterdam are both 141 m away. For secondary education, the nearest is 0.8 km.
Scheldebuurt-Oost is a very urban area with a high address density. It's mostly pre-war apartments, and the population is skewed towards young adults (25-45 years old). There are many single-person households, and the area has a lively, city-centre feel.
Currently, there are 17 apartments for sale in Scheldebuurt-Oost, with prices ranging from €425,000 to €1,525,000. This apartment is on the lower end of that range.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €763,765 | €695,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,004 | – |
| Rent price | €2,930 p/m | €2,950 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €37 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I have been living in this neighbourhood for 19 years now and have a good relationship with our neighbours. Fun events are regularly organised that the neighbourhood can join in with. My children went to school here and have built up many friends in the area. It is a cosy little village, most people know each other and care about one another.
Auto-translated to English by AIPleasant 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
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €815,434 | €785,867 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,972 | – |
| Rent price | €2,875 p/m | €2,786 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €33 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
IJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €822,940 | €695,417 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,920 | – |
| Rent price | €2,802 p/m | €2,604 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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