Minervabuurt-Zuid, Amsterdam
This apartment on the Watteaustraat sits in a part of Amsterdam that feels calm and residential, yet the city centre is only a fifteen-minute bike ride away. The listing does not state a house number, so the exact position within the street and some neighbourhood figures may differ from the actual home. At €2,750 per month, the rent is well below the neighbourhood average of €4,303, which makes it a keen option for a rental in this area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but this one stands out for its value.
One resident describes the area as "Close to the centre but still relatively quiet," and notes that it is "suitable for families, there are good schools and it is not too busy." They also mention "many options for sports" and "several parks in the area," with the surroundings "easily accessible, with a metro and train station within walking distance." Based on this single review, the neighbourhood earns a score of 8 out of 10. The CBS data shows a mix of households, with a large share of one-person households and a good number of families with children. The Minervabuurt-Zuid neighbourhood is a well-established part of the Apollobuurt district.
For daily errands, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and an Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. There are also several other supermarkets within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, the Spinoza Lyceum Amsterdam is just around the corner, and the Vrije Schoolgemeenschap Geert Groote School is a couple of streets away. The Eerste Openluchtschool voor het Gezonde Kind and the Europaschool are also within a five-minute walk. The area is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which offers a wide range of amenities and services.
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Details of this home
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.
About Watteaustraat 15-4, Amsterdam
The asking rent of €2,750 is 36% below the average rent of €4,303 in the Minervabuurt-Zuid neighbourhood. The average floor area in the neighbourhood is 126 m², while this apartment is 71 m², so the lower price partly reflects the smaller size. Compared to other rentals in the area, this one is on the keen side.
The energy label is B. This is an official registration from EP-Online, indicating the home's energy performance. A B label is relatively efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs, though the exact amount depends on your usage and the current energy prices.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, which is about a fifteen-minute walk. The resident review also mentions that a metro and train station are within walking distance, making the area easily accessible.
There are several schools within a short walk. The Spinoza Lyceum Amsterdam, a secondary school, is 341 m away. For primary education, the Vrije Schoolgemeenschap Geert Groote School is 392 m away, and the Eerste Openluchtschool voor het Gezonde Kind is 444 m away. The Europaschool and Olympiaschool are also close by.
Rental homes in the Minervabuurt-Zuid are typically rented out within 20 days on average. This suggests a steady demand for properties in this area, so if you are interested, it may be worth acting promptly.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I experience my neighbourhood as suitable for families, there are good schools and it is not too busy. In the area there are many options for sports. Contact with the neighbours is sufficient, but not very close. Furthermore, there are several parks in the area and the surroundings are easily accessible, with a metro and train station within walking distance. It is a fifteen-minute bike ride to the centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,192,632 | €1,165,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,013 | – |
| Rent price | €4,303 p/m | €3,923 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €33 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I experience my neighbourhood as suitable for families, there are good schools and it is not too busy. In the area there are many options for sports. Contact with the neighbours is sufficient, but not very close. Furthermore, there are several parks in the area and the surroundings are easily accessible, with a metro and train station within walking distance. It is a fifteen-minute bike ride to the centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIA nice, green neighbourhood with plenty of space and quiet streets. Amenities such as shops, supermarkets and schools are all nearby, making life here very comfortable. The nearby Amstelpark offers a lovely place for a walk. Public transport and main roads are easily accessible, allowing you to quickly reach the city centre or other parts of the city. All in all, it is an ideal neighbourhood for both families and young professionals who love a quiet living environment.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,153,480 | €1,724,452 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €11,469 | – |
| Rent price | €4,231 p/m | €3,979 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 | €824,500 | €693,776 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,901 | – |
| Rent price | €2,801 p/m | €2,614 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Watteaustraat 15-4, Amsterdam
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