A pre-war apartment on Zomerdijkstraat
This apartment on Zomerdijkstraat in Amsterdam's Rijnbuurt-Midden has an energy label F, which means heating costs will be noticeable. At 61 m² it is compact, and the asking price of €525,000 is 56% below the neighbourhood average of €1,200,881, a keen price for the area. For context, the supply of apartments in Amsterdam varies widely in size and price.
Rijnbuurt-Midden: a lively, urban pocket
Rijnbuurt-Midden is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a very high address density of 5,375 per km². Most homes were built before 1945, giving the streets a classic Amsterdam feel. The area has a young population, nearly half of residents are between 25 and 45, and many single-person households. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from statistics: mostly flats, a mix of rented and owned homes, and a lively street scene.
Daily life on the street
For your morning bread, Vomar is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Two primary schools, IBS Elif Amsterdam and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren, are both a short walk away. The nearest train station is a ten-minute walk, and a park or public garden is within a five-minute walk. This is a neighbourhood where daily errands are easily done on foot, within the municipality of Amsterdam.
Listing details
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Sotheby's Realty Makelaars Nederland and Sotheby's Realty Makelaars Amsterdam.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Zomerdijkstraat 12-3, Amsterdam
Is €525,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €525,000 is 56% below the average asking price in Rijnbuurt-Midden (€1,200,881) and also below the median of €550,000. However, this apartment is smaller than average (61 m² vs 100 m²) and has an energy label F, which means higher energy costs. Compared to similar-sized homes in the area, the price per m² is about €8,607, which is below the neighbourhood average of €9,670 per m². So it is priced keenly, but the energy label and size explain the difference.
What does energy label F mean for my bills?
Energy label F indicates a home that is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating and electricity costs compared to a home with a better label. In Rijnbuurt-Midden, most homes for sale have a better label: only 14.3% have label D or lower. It is worth factoring in potential costs for insulation or other improvements, though the exact savings depend on usage and future upgrades.
How is the public transport in Rijnbuurt-Midden?
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The area is well-connected for cycling and walking, with many amenities within a short distance.
What kind of neighbourhood is Rijnbuurt-Midden?
Rijnbuurt-Midden is a densely built, urban neighbourhood with mostly pre-war flats. It has a young population, nearly half of residents are between 25 and 45, and many single-person households. The area scores high on urbanity (level 1, very strong), so it is lively and busy. There are no resident reviews available, but statistics show a mix of owner-occupied and rental homes, with a relatively high number of single-person households.
Are there good schools nearby?
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. IBS Elif Amsterdam and Daltonbasisschool De Rivieren are both about 156 m away, just around the corner. A Montessori school is at 267 m, and special education options are within 500 m. Secondary education is about 0.7 km away. The neighbourhood has a good provision of schools for young families.
How does the size of this apartment compare to others in the area?
At 61 m², this apartment is 39% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 100 m². The average sold home in the area is also larger, at around 100 m². So this is a compact unit, which is reflected in the lower asking price. It is suitable for a single person or a couple, but may feel tight for a family.
What is the crime rate like in Rijnbuurt-Midden?
The neighbourhood recorded 135 total crimes in the latest data. With a population of 2,220, that works out to about 61 crimes per 1,000 residents. This is a moderate figure for a dense urban area.
