A compact room in Amsterdam's D-buurt
This is a 21 m² room in a 2012 building on Dennenrodepad, in the D-buurt area of Amsterdam. It is social housing, let at €617 per month, which is 45% below the neighbourhood average rent of €1,129. That makes it a keenly priced option, especially when you consider that the average room in the area goes for €618. For context, rooms in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but this one sits at the lower end.
Life in the D-buurt
The D-buurt neighbourhood is a lively pocket of Amsterdam, with a mix of students and young professionals. Based on two reviews, residents give it a 7.19 out of 10. One resident calls it a "Student neighbourhood and easy to get everywhere," noting the "Lively atmosphere with sufficient facilities and easy accessibility to the rest of the country." Another says it is "Unexpectedly good," describing it as "Very cosy and lots of nature." The area is mostly single-person households, and the average household size is 1.2, so it is very much a place of independent living.
Daily life around Dennenrodepad
For daily shopping, you have a few supermarkets within a short walk. An Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Vomar is a couple of streets away. A Lidl is a ten-minute walk. For schools, there are several primary options nearby, including De Polsstok and Bijlmerhorst. The train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a twenty-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam offers plenty of amenities, and this part of the city is well connected.
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About Dennenrodepad 1059, Amsterdam
Is €617 a fair price for this room?
At €617 per month, this room is priced 45% below the neighbourhood average rent of €1,129. The average room in the area goes for €618, so this is in line with what rooms typically cost here. Given the 21 m² floor area, the price per square metre works out lower than the neighbourhood average of €18.02 per m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is designed to have low energy consumption, so you can expect relatively modest heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as recorded.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.6 km from the property. That is roughly a twenty-minute walk, or a short cycle if you prefer. The neighbourhood reviews mention easy accessibility to the rest of the country, which fits with the station being within reach.
What are the neighbours like in the D-buurt?
The D-buurt is a student-heavy area, with 48% of residents aged 15 to 25 and 38% aged 25 to 45. Most households are single people, making up 85% of the total. Reviews describe the atmosphere as lively and cosy, with one resident noting the "Lively atmosphere with sufficient facilities."
Is this social housing?
Yes, this is social housing, which means it is let at a regulated rent. The monthly price of €617 is below the social housing threshold, and the property is managed by a housing corporation. This type of rental often has specific eligibility criteria, but those are not detailed in the listing.
What is the neighbourhood like for daily life?
The D-buurt has a range of amenities within walking distance. An Albert Heijn is 701 metres away, a Vomar is 813 metres, and a Lidl is 970 metres. For schools, there are several primary options within 400 metres, including De Polsstok and Bijlmerhorst. The area is described by residents as having "sufficient facilities."
