Balboaplein en omgeving, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis rental home on Balboastraat is in a vibrant part of Amsterdam. This listing does not state a house number, postcode, property type, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €3,000 per month, the rent is 27% above the neighbourhood average of €2,357, which puts it on the high side compared to other rental homes in Amsterdam.
Based on two reviews, residents give the neighbourhood a 7.38 out of 10. One resident calls it a "Reasonably cosy neighbourhood" and notes: "There are many shops in the neighbourhood, where you can get almost everything. It is reasonably clean and tidy, and traffic is fairly quiet." Another describes it as "Lively" and says: "One of the biggest advantages of this neighbourhood is that everything is within reach. There are many shops, supermarkets and other amenities in the immediate vicinity." The area has a very high address density (10,894 per km²) and is home to many single-person households. For more context, see the Balboaplein e.o. neighbourhood.
Daily life here is convenient. An Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a Dirk a couple of streets away and an Aldi within a five-minute walk. For primary schools, the Joop en Willy Westerweel school is on your doorstep, and the Islamitische basisschool Al Maes is just around the corner. The neighbourhood is well connected by public transport, and the city centre is easily reachable by bike. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including Hausing and Hausing. The agent has not published full specifications, so the details above are based on the street and neighbourhood data only.
Details of this home
Balboastraat, Amsterdam
Good · 2 residents
There are many shops in the neighbourhood, where you can get almost everything. It is reasonably clean and tidy, and traffic is fairly quiet. There isn't much greenery in the area, which I personally find a shame. There is little to no noise pollution, and I always feel safe, even in the evenings. The neighbourhood is easily accessible, though now with the Oranje Loper project it's a bit less so due to the cancellation of tram 13.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood in Amsterdam is a diverse area with a mix of residents, ranging from students and working people to those renting through social housing. This creates a pleasant atmosphere and an interesting dynamic in the neighbourhood. One of the biggest advantages of this neighbourhood is that everything is within reach. There are many shops, supermarkets and other amenities in the immediate vicinity. Whether you're looking for groceries, clothing stores, restaurants or cosy cafés, everything is within walking distance. Because it is a lively neighbourhood, police are often present. Although some people may be concerned about this, it may also be related to the bustle of the area. The presence of police does not necessarily indicate an unsafe neighbourhood, but is rather a measure to maintain order. Another major advantage of this neighbourhood is accessibility. With public transport you can be in the centre of Amsterdam within a short time. There are various tram and bus lines that take you anywhere quickly. In addition, the neighbourhood is also easily accessible by bike. The speed limit will soon be adjusted to 30 km/h, making cycling safer as well. Although the neighbourhood has a lot to offer, it may be less suitable for families with young children due to the hustle and bustle. The streets can be quite crowded with traffic and pedestrians, meaning children may not be able to go outside alone safely. There are playgrounds and parks in the area where children can play and have fun.
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About Balboastraat, Amsterdam
The rent of €3,000 per month is 27% above the neighbourhood average of €2,357. This could be due to the specific property's features, but since the listing does not state the floor area, property type or any details, it is not possible to say exactly why. The neighbourhood average is based on 7 available rentals with an average size of 54 m².
Rental homes in the Balboaplein e.o. neighbourhood are let on average within 14 days, which indicates a fast-moving market. Of the 67 rentals that were let recently, the average time on the market was 14 days.
Residents feel safe. One review says: "There is little to no noise pollution, and I always feel safe, even in the evenings." Another mentions that police are often present, which they see as a measure to maintain order rather than a sign of unsafety. The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 241.
One resident notes that the neighbourhood may be less suitable for families with young children due to the hustle and bustle, with crowded streets. However, there are playgrounds and parks nearby. The neighbourhood has 300 households with children out of 1,770 total households.
The neighbourhood is well connected by public transport. Tram and bus lines serve the area, and the nearest train station is 2.7 km away. Residents say you can be in the centre of Amsterdam within a short time. The area is also easily accessible by bike, and a 30 km/h speed limit is planned.
The agent (Hausing) has published only the street and price on Pararius and other channels.
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