Robert Scottbuurt-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a 31 m² room in a 2009 building on Bos en Lommerplein, in the Robert Scottbuurt-West area of Amsterdam. It's a social-rental property listed by Roommatch, and at €857 it's priced in line with the average for a room in the neighbourhood (€868). For context, rooms in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one is a fair deal for a single person.
The neighbourhood Robert Scottbuurt-West is a densely urban pocket with over 7,900 addresses per km². It's a young area: nearly half the residents are between 25 and 45, and most households are single-person. There are no resident reviews available for this specific street, but the neighbourhood has a lively, city-centre feel. Homes here rent quickly, on average within 9 days, so the market moves fast.
For groceries, you have a Dirk just around the corner and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Enderun Hisar Amsterdam, Tijl Uilenspiegelschool, and Bos en Lommerschool. A park or public garden is a five-minute walk away, and the nearest train station is 2.9 km from the home. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and transport links you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Roommatch.
Details of this home
Bos en Lommerplein 159K, Amsterdam
Data from Robert Scottbuurt-West
Data from Robert Scottbuurt-West
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About Bos en Lommerplein 159K, Amsterdam
Yes, it's in line with the market. The average rent for a room in Robert Scottbuurt-West is €868, so €857 is slightly below that. Given the 31 m² size and energy label A, it's a reasonable deal for a single person in Amsterdam.
Very quickly. Homes in this area are rented out in an average of 9 days, according to recent data. That suggests demand is high, so if you're interested, you'll want to act promptly.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. That means your heating and electricity costs will be relatively low compared to older buildings. It's a modern property from 2009, so it's well-insulated.
It's listed as a 'kamer' (room) and is offered by Roommatch, a platform that often rents to students. However, the listing doesn't specify a student-only requirement, so it may be open to other tenants as well. Check with the provider for exact conditions.
There's a Dirk at 228 m and an Albert Heijn at 246 m, both within a few minutes' walk. A Lidl is 760 m away, and another Albert Heijn and Dirk are within 1 km. You'll have plenty of options for daily shopping.
The nearest train station is 2.9 km away. That's about a 35-minute walk or a short bus ride.
The neighbourhood recorded 159 total crimes in the latest data. That's a moderate number for a dense urban area.
4 homes in the neighbourhood Robert Scottbuurt-West