A room on Jan Smitstraat
This rental room on Jan Smitstraat sits in the Zuidwestkwadrant-Zuid neighbourhood of Amsterdam. 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 €650 per month, the rent is 71% below the neighbourhood average of €2,264, which makes sense for a room rather than a whole home. For context, rooms in Amsterdam give you an idea of what to expect in the city.
The Zuidwestkwadrant-Zuid neighbourhood
Based on four reviews, the Zuidwestkwadrant-Zuid neighbourhood gets a mixed reception. One resident says: "Hardly any Dutch shops... mostly Muslim. On Tussenmeer 85 there is a squatter's pro-Palestine building... while everything is being done in the neighbourhood to make it nice. The building is full of Palestine flags and hate texts. We want more Dutch shops... For the rest... nice area for walking and cycling. The city is accessible from all sides and everything is well reachable. All shops are present." Another resident says: "Adequate/average (not bad, but not fantastic either. Just normal), it's not the best, but no neighbourhood is; things can always change/improve. Plenty of educational opportunities, supermarkets like Albert Heijn and Jumbo, a bit further (15 minutes walk) there's also the centre with all sorts of other amenities such as shops, supermarkets, ice cream shops, restaurants, etc. Many playgrounds, so really family-friendly. However, I must admit that there is little parking space, possibly due to these amenities. Hygiene could also be better; there is often some rubbish on the ground that doesn't belong there, like cans etc. Housing: there are many homes and houses in the neighbourhood, also with private and shared garages, so really great." A third review is less positive, mentioning "so often bombs and explosions. And a lot of rubbish thrown on the ground. Constant arguments. Many young people with fitbikes. Almost got run over." The neighbourhood has a mix of households, with half being single-person households and a third having children.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, an Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with Dirk, Lidl and Jumbo a couple of streets away. For school runs, Basisschool de Wereldburger is just around the corner, and the Osdorpse Montessori School is a five-minute walk. Secondary options like Yuverta vmbo Amsterdam-West and Calandlyceum are also within a short stroll. The area is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which means all the city's amenities are within reach.
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About Jan Smitstraat, Amsterdam
Why is the rent so much lower than the neighbourhood average?
The rent of €650 is 71% below the neighbourhood average of €2,264. That is because this is a room, not a whole home. The neighbourhood average covers all rental properties, including larger apartments and houses, which naturally cost more. For a room in Amsterdam, this price is in line with what you would expect.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give mixed feedback. One says it is "nice area for walking and cycling" and that "all shops are present", but also mentions a lack of Dutch shops. Another calls it "adequate/average" and highlights "plenty of educational opportunities" and "many playgrounds, so really family-friendly", while noting litter and limited parking. A third review is more critical, mentioning disturbances and safety concerns.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
An Albert Heijn is just 70 metres away, so you can pop out for groceries in under a minute. Other supermarkets like Dirk, Lidl and Jumbo are within about 750 to 800 metres, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. That gives you several options for your weekly shop.
Are there schools nearby?
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. Basisschool de Wereldburger is 145 metres away, and the Osdorpse Montessori School is 331 metres away, both primary schools. For secondary education, Yuverta vmbo Amsterdam-West is 383 metres away and Calandlyceum is 487 metres away. So school runs would be short.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Kamernet has published only the street and price on Kamernet.
