Weesp Dichtersbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Willem de Mérodestraat sits in a quiet part of Weesp, where the streets are named after poets and the atmosphere is calm and residential. At €349,500 it is the most expensive of the 25 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, which puts it on the high side compared to the local average of €328,940. The 66 m² floor area and energy label D are typical for a 1960s apartment in this area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but here you are paying a premium for a well-maintained home in a sought-after corner of Weesp.
The Weesp Dichtersbuurt neighbourhood is a compact residential area with a mix of apartments and a few family homes. Most of the housing stock dates from the 1960s, and the streets are lined with trees and green spaces. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel, the address density is high at 2,314 addresses per km², yet it remains quiet and family-friendly. With 1,885 residents, it is a relatively small community. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here is based purely on the data.
For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Dekamarkt is a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: IKC Cadans Weesp is a couple of streets away, and Brede School Kors Breijer is just 327 metres from the door. For secondary education, Vechtstede College is a ten-minute walk away. The area is well served by public transport, with Weesp train station a ten-minute walk away. The neighbourhood also falls under the municipality of Amsterdam, which means you benefit from the city's amenities while living in a quieter suburb.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Koster Di Giacomo. The price reflects the current market conditions in this part of Weesp.
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Willem de Mérodestraat 42, Weesp
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About Willem de Mérodestraat 42, Weesp
At €349,500, this is the most expensive home currently for sale in Weesp Dichtersbuurt, where the average asking price is €328,940. The median price is €330,000, so this apartment sits above the typical range. However, the price per m² works out at around €5,295, which is close to the neighbourhood average of €5,384 per m². Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the specific location and condition of this property.
The energy label is D, which is common for a 1960s apartment. In the neighbourhood, over half of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical. A D label means the home is not particularly energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home. It may be worth considering improvements such as better insulation or double glazing, but the exact costs would depend on the current state of the property.
Weesp train station is 0.8 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. From there, you can reach Amsterdam Central in around 15 minutes, making this a convenient location for commuters. The station also connects to other cities in the region.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: IKC Cadans Weesp at 291 metres, Brede School Kors Breijer at 327 metres, and Brede School Weesperrijk at 551 metres. For secondary education, Vechtstede College is 639 metres away. All are within a comfortable walk or short cycle ride.
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 408 metres, followed by Dekamarkt at 531 metres. There is also another Albert Heijn at 694 metres and a Vomar at 805 metres. For daily groceries, you have several options within a five- to ten-minute walk.
Currently, there are 25 homes for sale in Weesp Dichtersbuurt. The average asking price is €328,940, and the median is €330,000. Prices range from €295,000 to €349,500, so this apartment is at the top end. In the past, 41 homes were sold, with an average selling price of €388,256 and an average time on market of 33 days.
Weesp Dichtersbuurt has 1,885 residents, with a high proportion of one-person households (645 out of 1,140 households). The average household size is 1.7. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years old (810 residents), followed by 45 to 65 (485). There are 230 children under 15. The area is quite urban, with a high address density of 2,314 per km².
The listing does not mention a garden or any private outdoor space. The property is an apartment, so it is unlikely to have a private garden. However, there is a park or public garden 0.8 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Weesp Dichtersbuurt