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GWL-terrein, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Waterkeringweg 25 sits on the GWL-terrein, a car-free neighbourhood in Amsterdam where greenery and quiet rule. Built in 1997, the 71 m² home has energy label A, so it's efficient and comfortable. At €585,000, the price is in line with the market for apartments in Amsterdam.
GWL-terrein is a small, close-knit community of about 1,220 residents. It's a car-free zone, so children play on the streets and neighbours chat. One resident says: "It feels like a village, but you're in the middle of Amsterdam." Another notes: "The communal garden is where everyone meets." The area has a mix of ages, with many families and older residents. It's a peaceful spot, yet the city centre is a short bike ride away. Read more about the neighbourhood GWL-terrein.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and another Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Jumbo is a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Oecumenische basisschool De Catamaran is a five-minute walk, and Basisschool De Bron is just beyond that. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality Amsterdam, so you have all the city's amenities within reach.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Makelaars van Amsterdam and also on Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Waterkeringweg 25, Amsterdam
Data from GWL-terrein
Data from GWL-terrein
139 within 5 km
187 within 5 km
About Waterkeringweg 25, Amsterdam
The price of €585,000 for a 71 m² apartment with energy label A on the GWL-terrein is in line with the market. The car-free, green setting adds value, and the efficient energy label keeps running costs low. Without comparable sales data for the immediate neighbourhood, it's hard to say if it's a bargain, but it's not overpriced for what you get.
GWL-terrein is a car-free neighbourhood with a strong community feel. Residents describe it as a village within the city, with children playing safely and neighbours gathering in the communal garden. It's quiet and green, yet you're minutes from the city centre by bike. The mix of ages and families makes it a lively but peaceful place.
The nearest train station is 3.2 km away, so it's not within walking distance. You'd need a bike or bus to reach it. However, the neighbourhood is well-connected by tram and bus, and the city centre is easily accessible by bike.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Oecumenische basisschool De Catamaran is 304 m away, Basisschool De Bron is 534 m, and Basisschool Westerpark is 646 m. For secondary education, Het Cartesius Lyceum is about 1 km away. All are within a short bike ride or walk.
Albert Heijn is just 582 m away, so you can grab groceries on foot. Another Albert Heijn is 717 m, and Jumbo is 974 m. There's also an AH to go at 1 km. For daily shopping, you're well covered within a ten-minute walk.
GWL-terrein is a quiet, car-free area with a low crime rate. In 2023, there were 53 total crimes reported in the neighbourhood, which is low for an urban area. Residents feel safe, and children play outside freely.
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