A room on Ben van Meerendonkstraat
This listing on Ben van Meerendonkstraat in Amsterdam is a room for rent, and it does not state a house number, postcode, 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 room itself. At €1,200 per month, the rent sits 54% below the neighbourhood average of €2,610, which is a notable difference. For context, rooms in Amsterdam vary widely in price depending on location and size.
Theo van Goghparkbuurt
The Theo van Goghparkbuurt is a residential area on IJburg, and based on six reviews it scores a 6.3 out of 10. One resident says: "Decent neighbourhood but with noise pollution," noting good connections by tram, bus and ferry, plus plenty of supermarkets and gyms nearby. Another resident describes it as "inaccessible and little to do," mentioning the Theo van Gogh park as "ugly and not cosy." A third simply says "well," adding that it is "very boring" with no nice areas or playgrounds. The neighbourhood has a mix of households, with many families and a relatively small share of residents over 65. For more on the area, see the Theo van Goghparkbuurt neighbourhood.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the Dekamarkt is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn, Vomar, Lidl and Jumbo all within a couple of kilometres. Schools are close by too: Laterna Magica and De Poseidon are both on your doorstep, and the Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova is a five-minute walk away. The nearest primary school is a short stroll, and a child daycare centre is even closer. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station about six kilometres away. For a broader view of the surroundings, the municipality of Amsterdam offers plenty of context.
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At the time of writing, this room is listed only via Kamernet. The agent has not published full specifications, so the listing is limited to the street and the price.
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About Ben van Meerendonkstraat, Amsterdam
Why is there no property details in this listing?
Kamernet has published only the street and price on the listing.
Is €1,200 a fair price for this room?
The rent is €1,200 per month, which is 54% below the neighbourhood average of €2,610. The average rent for a room in this area is exactly €1,200, so this price is in line with the local room market. The listing does not state the floor area, so the price per square metre cannot be calculated.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give the Theo van Goghparkbuurt an average score of 6.3 out of 10. One resident highlights good transport links and amenities but mentions structural low-frequency noise from shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. Another finds the area boring with little to do, and a third describes the park as not cosy. The reviews are mixed, so it is worth considering what matters to you.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The Dekamarkt is about 193 metres away, so it is just around the corner. Other supermarkets within a couple of kilometres include Albert Heijn at 1.4 km, Vomar at 1.5 km, Lidl at 2 km and Jumbo at 2 km. For daily groceries, the Dekamarkt is the most convenient option.
What schools are nearby?
There are several schools within walking distance. Laterna Magica primary school is about 156 metres away, De Poseidon primary school is 188 metres, and Basisschool de Archipel is also 188 metres. The Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova secondary school is 269 metres away. A child daycare centre is just 200 metres from the street.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is about 6 kilometres from the street. The neighbourhood is well connected by tram, bus and ferry, according to one resident, so public transport options are available even if the train station is not immediately nearby.
