Jacques Veltmanbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a social-housing room on the Jacques Veltmanstraat, part of a 2016-built complex in the Jacques Veltmanbuurt. At 27 m² it's compact but efficient, with energy label A keeping running costs low. The rent of €767 is 66% below the neighbourhood average for rentals, which is keen for the area. Compared to other rooms in Amsterdam, this is a very affordable option.
The Jacques Veltmanbuurt is a dense, urban pocket of Amsterdam with a young population, most residents are between 25 and 45. It's a lively area with a mix of singles and families, and the streets have a modern feel thanks to recent development. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a high address density of over 5,000 per km², so it's a busy, well-connected part of the city. For more context, see the Jacques Veltmanbuurt neighbourhood.
Your daily shopping is sorted: Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Dirk is a couple of streets away. For a quick bite, there's an AH to go within walking distance. Schools are close too, Calvijn College (secondary) is a five-minute walk, and Einsteinschool (primary) is just beyond that. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station a ten-minute walk away. For a broader view of the surroundings, check out the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Roommatch.
Details of this home
Jacques Veltmanstraat 1147, Amsterdam
Data from Jacques Veltmanbuurt
Data from Jacques Veltmanbuurt
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About Jacques Veltmanstraat 1147, Amsterdam
Yes, it's very competitive. The rent is 66% below the neighbourhood average of €2,228 for all rentals, and the average price for a room in the area is €745, so this is in line with that. Given the modern build and A energy label, it offers good value.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient rating. This means the home is well insulated and has low energy costs, so you won't have high heating or electricity bills.
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 470 metres away, a five-minute walk. Dirk is about 600 metres, and there's an AH to go at 607 metres, so daily groceries are very convenient.
There are several schools within walking distance. Calvijn College (secondary) is 381 metres away, Einsteinschool (primary) is 417 metres, and Brede school Fiep Westendorp (primary) is 586 metres. So if you have children or work at a school, options are close.
The train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. This gives you easy access to the rest of Amsterdam and beyond.
The Jacques Veltmanbuurt is a very urban area with a high population density. Most residents are young adults (25-45), and there's a mix of singles and families. It's a lively, modern neighbourhood with plenty of amenities nearby.
Yes, this is a social-housing rental. That means the rent is regulated and you likely need to meet income criteria to qualify. The low rent of €767 reflects its social-housing status.
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