Westerdokseiland, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Westerdoksdijk sits on one of Amsterdam's most striking waterfront islands, with the city centre just a short walk away. The home is energy-efficient (label A+) and was built in 2008, so you can expect modern comfort and low heating costs. At €1,945 per month, the rent is 32% below the neighbourhood average of €2,863, a keen price for a 77 m² apartment in this part of town. For context, the average rent for apartments in Amsterdam is higher, making this a relatively affordable option.
Westerdokseiland is a small, car-free island with about 1,850 residents. It's a mix of young professionals and older households, many live alone (450 one-person households) and there are few children. The neighbourhood feels calm and residential, yet the bustle of the Haarlemmerbuurt is just across the bridge. There are no resident reviews available for this area, but the island's layout and low traffic make it a peaceful spot. The neighbourhood Westerdokseiland is known for its modern architecture and water views.
For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. There are several schools within walking distance: Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden for primary education and Vinse School for secondary. A GP is on your doorstep, and the nearest train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and leisure amenities you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via vb&t Verhuurmakelaars.
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About Westerdoksdijk 257A, Amsterdam
Yes, it's a keen price. The rent is 32% below the neighbourhood average of €2,863 for rental homes. For a 77 m² apartment with an A+ energy label in a modern building on Westerdokseiland, this is competitive. The average price per m² in the area is €30.78, so this home works out at about €25.26 per m².
Westerdokseiland is a quiet, car-free island with around 1,850 residents. It's a mix of young professionals and older households, with many single-person households. The area feels calm and residential, yet the city centre is just a short walk away. There are no resident reviews available, but the island's modern architecture and water views are a highlight.
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 396 metres, just around the corner. There's also an Ekoplaza at 523 metres and another Albert Heijn at 584 metres. So daily groceries are very convenient.
There are several schools within walking distance. Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden (primary) is 302 metres away, and Vinse School (secondary) is 458 metres away. Other primary schools include De Zeeheld (692 m) and de Burght (764 m).
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
The energy label is A+, which is very efficient. This means the home has excellent insulation and low energy costs. Built in 2008, it meets modern standards, so you can expect a comfortable indoor climate without high heating bills.
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 | €868,307 | €640,763 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,211 | – |
| Rent price | €3,125 p/m | €2,831 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €37 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 | €834,169 | €704,951 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,941 | – |
| Rent price | €2,784 p/m | €2,628 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Westerdoksdijk 257A, Amsterdam
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