A spacious apartment on Wijnand Nuijenstraat
This apartment on Wijnand Nuijenstraat sits in Overtoomse Veld-Noord, a part of Amsterdam where the streets feel calm and the pace of life is relaxed. With 221 m² of floor space, this is a home with real room to spread out, something that stands out in this part of the city. The rent of €2,100 a month sits about 20% below the neighbourhood average of €2,626, which makes it a keen price for the size. For context, the average rental in the area goes for around €2,626, so this one is noticeably more affordable. If you are looking at [apartments in Amsterdam]( /huurwoningen/amsterdam/appartementen/ ), this is a listing worth weighing up.
Overtoomse Veld-Noord
Overtoomse Veld-Noord is a neighbourhood with a mix of ages and household types, where families and singles both find their place. Based on two reviews, residents give it a score of 5.94 out of 10, with mixed feelings. One resident, under the title "Nieuwe west", says: "My experience is that the neighbourhood still needs to be clean." Another, "Cosy welcoming", adds: "A good experience I've lived here for a long time sometimes a bit dirty with rubbish on the street but overall quite positive just maybe more facilities and better hygiene." So the area has a friendly side, but tidiness comes up as a recurring point. The housing stock is mostly rental, with about a quarter owner-occupied, and the streets are lined with post-war blocks. For a fuller picture, [the Overtoomse Veld-Noord neighbourhood]( /buurt/overtoomse-veld-noord-amsterdam/ ) page has more detail.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. For groceries, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Lidl is a couple of streets away, so a quick bread-and-milk run is no trouble. A Dirk and an Aldi give more choice if you want to stock up. For school runs, the Islamitische Basisschool El Kadisia is a five-minute walk, and OBS de Toekomst is close too. Secondary education is a bit further, with DENISE. The train station is 1.6 km away, which is a manageable distance for a commute. All of this sits within [the municipality of Amsterdam]( /gemeente/amsterdam/ ), where the wider city is on your doorstep.
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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.
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About Wijnand Nuijenstraat 8, Amsterdam
Is €2,100 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €2,100 is about 20% below the neighbourhood average of €2,626, and the floor area of 221 m² is 92% larger than the average of 115 m² in the area. That makes it a keen price for the size, though the neighbourhood reviews do mention some issues with cleanliness. Whether it is fair depends on what you value, but the figures put it on the affordable side for the space.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is officially registered as having low expected energy costs, so you can expect the heating and electricity bills to be on the lower side. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as recorded.
How big is this apartment?
The apartment has a floor area of 221 m², which is well above the neighbourhood average of 115 m² for rentals. That is a substantial amount of space, giving you plenty of room for living, storage, or whatever you need. The exact layout is not described in the listing, but the size alone makes it one of the larger options in the area.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Overtoomse Veld-Noord has a mixed population, with 38% of households having children and 39% being single-person households. Residents give it a score of 5.94 out of 10 based on two reviews. One resident mentions it is "cosy welcoming" but notes it can be "a bit dirty with rubbish on the street". Another says the neighbourhood "still needs to be clean". So it has a friendly feel, but tidiness is a common concern.
How close are the nearest shops and schools?
The Albert Heijn is 354 m away and the Lidl is 410 m, so daily groceries are within a short walk. For schools, the Islamitische Basisschool El Kadisia is 257 m away, and OBS de Toekomst is 378 m. Secondary education is available at DENISE, which is 247 m away. The train station is 1.6 km from the home, so public transport is within reach.
Is this apartment part of a larger complex?
The listing does not specify whether the apartment is part of a complex or a standalone building. It is described as an apartment, which typically means it is within a multi-unit building, but the exact arrangement is not stated. The year of construction is 1960, so it is likely a post-war building, but the listing does not give details on the building's structure.
