Westerdokseiland, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis rental apartment on Westerdok sits on one of Amsterdam's most iconic waterfronts, with the city centre just a short walk away. At 133 m², it's a generous size for a city apartment, and the A+ energy label means it's efficient too. The asking price of €4,250 is on the high side compared to other rentals in the neighbourhood, but the extra space and modern finish help explain it. For context, this is one of the larger apartments in Amsterdam currently available.
Westerdokseiland is a modern island neighbourhood built on former harbour land, with a mix of contemporary apartments and waterside living. It's densely populated and very urban, with over 6,800 addresses per km². The area has a young, professional feel, many residents are between 25 and 45, and most households are singles or couples without children. There are no reviews from residents in the data, so it's hard to say what locals think, but the island's quiet streets and water views are a clear draw.
For daily groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner, and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden (a five-minute walk) and De Zeeheld (a ten-minute walk). For secondary education, Vinse School is also just a couple of streets away. The neighbourhood is well served by public transport, with a train station a ten-minute walk away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including DSTRCT Amsterdam, Pararius and Funda.
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The rent of €4,250 is 48% above the neighbourhood average of €2,863, but this apartment is also 32% larger than the average (133 m² vs 101 m²). It's a premium property in a sought-after location, so the price reflects that. Whether it's fair depends on your budget and how much you value the extra space and modern finish.
Westerdokseiland is a modern, densely populated island neighbourhood with a young, professional demographic. Most residents are between 25 and 45, and households are mainly singles or couples without children. It's very urban, with plenty of amenities nearby, but the waterside setting gives it a more relaxed feel than the city centre.
The nearest Albert Heijn is 342 metres away, just around the corner. An Ekoplaza organic supermarket is 460 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is 524 metres. So daily shopping is very convenient.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden (291 m), De Zeeheld (680 m), and de Burght (735 m). For secondary education, Vinse School is 417 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, about a ten-minute walk. It's a convenient distance for commuting.
The energy label is A+, which is very efficient. This means the apartment is well insulated and will have low energy costs compared to older properties. It's a modern building (2008) with good sustainability standards.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €933,385 | €695,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,487 | – |
| Rent price | €2,755 p/m | €2,650 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
everything at hand, it's the centre, centrally located
Auto-translated to English by AIvery nice neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AII find the Haarlemmerbuurt a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in. There is a good atmosphere and there are many amenities. Homeless people and tourists do regularly cause nuisance and the fact that the neighbourhood is unhygienic.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €895,518 | €645,429 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,341 | – |
| Rent price | €3,053 p/m | €2,915 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €36 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg 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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €830,883 | €702,636 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,915 | – |
| Rent price | €2,810 p/m | €2,642 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Westerdok 326, Amsterdam
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