Kop Zuidas, Amsterdam
This is a contemporary apartment on the Zuidelijke Wandelweg, in the heart of Amsterdam's Kop Zuidas. Built in 2020, it has a fresh, modern feel that matches the area's new-build character. At €4,500 per month, the rent sits well above the neighbourhood average, so it is on the high side for this part of town. For context, apartments in Amsterdam give you a sense of what similar homes go for across the city.
The Kop Zuidas neighbourhood is a compact, densely built area with a distinctly urban energy. With 970 residents, it is a small community, and the demographics skew young, with over half of residents aged between 25 and 45. Most households are single people, and there are relatively few families with children. The area is very walkable, with a park or green space just a short stroll away, and the street density reflects a busy, city-centre feel.
Daily life here is convenient. For groceries, a Dirk is just around the corner, with a Coop and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For schools, the Hubertus & Berkhoff culinary school is on your doorstep, while the Anne Frank Montessori primary school is a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and a GP practice and secondary school are also within easy reach. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the cultural and practical amenities you would expect from the capital.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Koops Makelaardij Amsterdam.
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About Zuidelijke Wandelweg 163, Amsterdam
The rent is 62% above the neighbourhood average of €2,774, which puts it at the upper end of the market. Homes in Kop Zuidas rent for between €1,960 and €4,750, so this apartment is among the pricier options. The modern build and central location help explain the premium, but it is clearly a high-end price for the area.
Rental properties in Kop Zuidas are let on average within 21 days. That is a fairly brisk pace, suggesting demand is healthy. With 175 homes rented out recently, there is a steady turnover, so the market here moves at a reasonable speed.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient rating on the scale. This means the home is designed to keep energy costs relatively low compared to less efficient properties. It is an official registration, so the rating is verified and recorded.
Kop Zuidas is a small, densely populated area with a young demographic, mostly single-person households. It is a very urban setting with a high address density, so expect a lively, city-centre atmosphere. There is a park nearby for green space, and the area is well connected for walking and public transport.
A Dirk supermarket is just around the corner, about 214 metres away, and a Coop and Albert Heijn are within a 10-minute walk. For schools, the Hubertus & Berkhoff culinary school is on your doorstep at 89 metres, and the Anne Frank Montessori primary school is about 534 metres away. A GP practice and secondary school are also within roughly half a kilometre.
The apartment is 111 m², which gives a decent amount of space. However, the neighbourhood itself is not particularly family-oriented, with only 13% of households having children. The area is more geared towards young professionals and singles, so while the home could work for a small family, the surroundings are less family-focused.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,252,500 | €1,445,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,707 | – |
| Rent price | €2,774 p/m | €2,374 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I have been living in this neighbourhood for 19 years now and have a good relationship with our neighbours. Fun events are regularly organised that the neighbourhood can join in with. My children went to school here and have built up many friends in the area. It is a cosy little village, most people know each other and care about one another.
Auto-translated to English by AIPleasant living in this neighbourhood. Mostly local traffic, so the bustle is very manageable. Feels like a village in the city. Close to various schools, Beatrixpark and the centre. The Scheldestraat, Maasstraat and Beethovenstraat shopping streets are within walking distance. Child-friendly. The only downside is the busy traffic on the Scheldestraat, which can cause dangerous situations.
Auto-translated to English by AIPros - Lots of green (Beatrixpark opposite us) - Good amenities - Quiet street where kids can play - Cosy Maasstraat around the corner - Feels like a village in the middle of the city Cons - Dangerous traffic on Scheldestraat - Rubbish bins often too full, causing lots of waste next to the bins
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €831,945 | €811,646 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,973 | – |
| Rent price | €2,843 p/m | €2,682 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €35 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €835,378 | €704,307 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,955 | – |
| Rent price | €2,806 p/m | €2,649 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Zuidelijke Wandelweg 163, Amsterdam
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