Laan van Spartaan, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis bright and energy-efficient apartment on Wim van Estlaan sits in a lively part of Amsterdam West. Built in 2016 and carrying an A+ label, it offers 82 m² of well-thought-out living space. The rent of €2,650 is 22% above the neighbourhood average of €2,165, so it sits on the high side of the market. That premium reflects the modern build and efficiency, especially compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
The Laan van Spartaan neighbourhood is a dense, urban pocket in De Kolenkit district. With an address density of 6,225 per km², it's very strongly urban. The area is home to many young adults and singles, over a third of residents are between 25 and 45. Households are small, averaging 1.7 people, and there are few families with children. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the figures: a youthful, fast-paced area where rentals dominate and homes tend to go quickly, the average time on the market is just 21 days.
For daily groceries, you have an Albert Heijn and a Dirk both about a ten-minute walk away, and a Lidl and Jumbo a bit further. For school runs, the Bos en Lommerschool (primary) is a five-minute walk, and Spring High (secondary) is just around the corner. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, so you're within easy reach of the city's parks, libraries and restaurants, the nearest park is a ten-minute walk, and a restaurant is just around the corner.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Hausing.
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Wim van Estlaan 36, Amsterdam
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About Wim van Estlaan 36, Amsterdam
The rent of €2,650 is 22% above the neighbourhood average of €2,165. That makes it one of the pricier options in Laan van Spartaan, where rents range from €1,775 to €2,650. The premium is partly explained by the modern build (2016) and the A+ energy label, which keeps running costs low. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value a new, efficient home in a central urban area.
The apartment has an A+ energy label, which is among the best you can get. That means very low energy consumption for heating and hot water, so your monthly bills will be modest. The building was constructed in 2016, so it meets modern insulation standards. You won't have to worry about draughts or high gas costs here.
Laan van Spartaan is a very densely populated urban neighbourhood in Amsterdam West. It's popular with young professionals and students, over 40% of residents are between 25 and 45. The area has a high rental rate (81% of homes are rented) and a fast-moving market, with homes typically rented out within three weeks. It's lively, with shops, schools and public transport within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 2.7 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short bike ride. That's a bit further than the city centre, but the neighbourhood is well served by trams and buses for connections to Amsterdam Central and other parts of the city.
There are several schools within walking distance. The Bos en Lommerschool (primary) is about 450 m away, and Spring High (secondary) is 406 m away. Also nearby are MUNDUS College Amsterdam (secondary, 506 m) and Islamitische Basisschool El Amien II (primary, 786 m). So families with children have good options close by.
The average time on the market for rental homes in Laan van Spartaan is 21 days, which is relatively fast. That suggests demand is strong, so if you're interested, you'll want to act promptly. The apartment itself is listed only via Hausing, so it's worth checking there first.
You have an Albert Heijn and a Dirk both about 780 m away, a ten-minute walk. A Lidl and a Jumbo are about 1.1,1.2 km away, so a bit further but still walkable. For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn and Dirk are the most convenient options.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Laan van Spartaan