A room on Frans Halsstraat
This rental room on Frans Halsstraat sits in the lively Frans Halsbuurt, part of Amsterdam's Oude Pijp. This listing 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 €1,450 per month, the rent sits 52% below the neighbourhood average of €3,050, which is a notable difference. For context, rooms in Amsterdam vary widely in price depending on size and location.
The Frans Halsbuurt neighbourhood
The Frans Halsbuurt neighbourhood is a busy, central part of the city. One resident, who has lived here for a long time, describes it as a busy neighbourhood with many tourists, noting that it is getting busier and that houses are in poor condition, with damp, mould, small rooms and noise. They also mention rubbish in the streets and nuisance from pubs and restaurants, especially in summer. Based on one review, this is a candid picture of daily life here. The area has 2,610 residents, with a high share of single-person households at 66%, and many residents in the 25 to 45 age group.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and Dirk is close by. For schools, IKC De Kleine Reus is a five-minute walk, while Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is and Barlaeus Gymnasium. The train station is 2.7 km away, so a longer walk or a short cycle. This is a dense, urban area with plenty of shops and eateries nearby, all within the municipality of Amsterdam.
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At the time of writing, this room is listed only via Kamernet.
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About Frans Halsstraat, Amsterdam
Why is there no property details in this listing?
Kamernet has published only the street and price on the listing.
Is €1,450 a fair price for this room?
The rent is €1,450 per month, which is 52% below the neighbourhood average of €3,050. The average rent in the Frans Halsbuurt is based on a small sample of seven listings, so it reflects a range of property types. This room is priced well below that average, which stands out in the current market.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The Frans Halsbuurt is a busy, central area with many tourists. One resident notes that it is getting busier, with houses in poor condition, damp and mould, and noise from passers-by and pubs, especially in summer. There is also rubbish in the streets. It is a lively, urban environment rather than a quiet one.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
Ekoplaza is 178 metres away, Albert Heijn is 228 metres, and Dirk is 262 metres. These are all within a short walk, making daily shopping straightforward. A Jumbo and a Coop are also within about 500 metres, so there are several options close by.
What schools are near this room?
IKC De Kleine Reus, a primary school, is 358 metres away. For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is 462 metres, Barlaeus Gymnasium is 480 metres, and Sweelinck College is 602 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk, which is convenient for students or families.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 2.7 km from the Frans Halsstraat. That is a longer walk, around 30 minutes on foot, or a short cycle.
