Vondelparkbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a home that makes an entrance. With 223 m² of living space, it is 84% larger than the average apartment in the neighbourhood, and the asking price of €3,700,000 is 131% above the local average of €1,603,333, so it is clearly on the high side, reflecting its size and prime setting. The apartment sits in a classic 1893 building with an A energy label, which is notably efficient for a home of this era. For context, this is one of the apartments in Amsterdam that commands a premium for space and location.
The Vondelparkbuurt-Oost is one of Amsterdam's most desirable residential enclaves, wrapped around the city's most famous park. It is a dense, urban area with over 10,000 addresses per km², yet it feels leafy and calm thanks to the park on your doorstep. The population is a mix of professionals and families, with a high proportion of one-person households (330 out of 935 residents) and a significant number of 25-45 year olds. Average incomes are above the city norm, and the housing stock is dominated by pre-war buildings, 76% of homes were built before 1945. There are no neighbourhood reviews available for this area, so the picture comes from the data: a well-heeled, central neighbourhood with a strong sense of place. This is the Vondelparkbuurt-Oost neighbourhood at its finest.
Your daily routine here revolves around the Vondelpark, it is literally just around the corner, so morning jogs, dog walks and lazy Sunday afternoons are part of the furniture. For groceries, a SPAR is on your doorstep, an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and a Lidl and Jumbo are within a five-minute walk. For school runs, the Cornelis Vrijschool voor Basisonderwijs is just 169 m away, Basisschool Het Museumkwartier is 271 m, and secondary options like Barlaeus Gymnasium and Huygens College are within easy walking distance. The neighbourhood is also packed with restaurants, the nearest is just 0.2 km away, and the city centre is a short tram ride. This is city living with a park-side calm, all within the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Sotheby's Realty Makelaars Amsterdam and Sotheby's Realty Makelaars Nederland.
Details of this home
Zandpad 3A1, Amsterdam
Data from Vondelparkbuurt-Oost
Data from Vondelparkbuurt-Oost
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About Zandpad 3A1, Amsterdam
The asking price of €3,700,000 is 131% above the neighbourhood average of €1,603,333. However, this apartment is also 84% larger than the average (223 m² vs 121 m²) and has an A energy label, which is rare for a 1893 building. The price is on the high side, but it reflects the exceptional size, location and efficiency.
With 223 m², this apartment is 84% larger than the neighbourhood average of 121 m². Most homes in the Vondelparkbuurt-Oost are smaller pre-war apartments, so this is a notably spacious property.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient, especially for a home built in 1893. In the neighbourhood, only 23.5% of homes have label A, while 23.5% have label D or lower. An A label means lower heating costs and a more comfortable home.
The Vondelpark is just 0.2 km away, literally on your doorstep. The nearest park or public garden is also 0.2 km, so green space is a major feature of the location.
The nearest train station is 3.1 km away, which is a bit of a walk but easily cycled.
There are 18 apartments for sale in the Vondelparkbuurt-Oost, with prices ranging from €375,000 to €9,000,000. The median asking price is €1,167,500, so this apartment is at the top end.
The Vondelparkbuurt-Oost has 935 residents, with a high proportion of one-person households (330) and a large 25-45 age group (350). There are 85 households with children, so it is a mix of singles and families.
Yes, several primary schools are within a few minutes' walk: Cornelis Vrijschool (169 m), Basisschool Het Museumkwartier (271 m), and Hildebrand Van Loonschool (702 m). For secondary education, Barlaeus Gymnasium (435 m) and Huygens College (565 m) are close by.
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