Transvaalbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a room for rent on Retiefstraat in Amsterdam, in the Transvaalbuurt-Oost neighbourhood. 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 €750 per month, the rent is well below the average for rooms in Amsterdam, which makes it a keen option.
The Transvaalbuurt-Oost neighbourhood is a lively part of Amsterdam with a strong urban feel. One resident, who has lived here for 43 years, says: "I've been living here for 43 years with great pleasure." The area is home to many single-person households, and the population is relatively young, with a good mix of ages. It's a place where people tend to stay, which says something about the quality of life here.
For daily shopping, you have a Dirk supermarket just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. There are also several schools nearby, including IKC Frankendael for primary education and Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort for secondary education, both within a short walk. The area is well connected, with a train station about a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers a wide range of amenities, from restaurants to parks, all within easy reach.
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About Retiefstraat, Amsterdam
The rent of €750 is significantly below the average rent for rooms in this neighbourhood, which is around €1,200. It's also well under the average for all rental properties in the area, which stands at €3,267. Given the limited information in the listing, this price appears to be on the low side, making it an attractive option for those looking for a room in Amsterdam.
The Transvaalbuurt-Oost neighbourhood is a vibrant, urban area with a high density of addresses. It has a mix of ages, with a large share of residents between 25 and 45. Many households are single-person, and there are also families with children. One long-term resident, who has lived here for 43 years, says they have done so with great pleasure, which speaks to the area's appeal.
The nearest supermarket is a Dirk, located just 103 metres away, so it's on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is also close, at 140 metres. For more variety, there are additional supermarkets within a few hundred metres, including another Albert Heijn and a Vomar. Daily groceries are very convenient from this location.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. IKC Frankendael, a primary school, is 278 metres away, and De Kraal, another primary school, is 432 metres away. For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort is 308 metres away, and Havo De Hof is 520 metres away. This makes the area suitable for families with school-age children.
The train station is 1.2 kilometres from the property, which is about a ten-minute walk. This provides easy access to other parts of Amsterdam and beyond.
Kamernet has published only the street and price on Kamernet.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I've been living here for 43 years with great pleasure
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €615,308 | €595,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,099 | – |
How residents experience their district
People are not okay, they talk too much about you with lies, attack you without reason and believe what other people say about you without asking what your story is.
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Auto-translated to English by AII have lived in the Transvaalbuurt for 79 years. Over those years I have seen many changes, but I still live there with great pleasure! And I will continue to do so until the very end! Transvaal is my life!
Auto-translated to English by AII've been living here for 43 years with great pleasure
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €547,511 | €509,667 |
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| Sale per m² | €8,799 | – |
| Rent price | €2,850 p/m | €2,275 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €37 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
IJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €823,851 | €693,823 |
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| Sale per m² | €8,888 | – |
| Rent price | €2,799 p/m | €2,614 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Retiefstraat, Amsterdam
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