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Nieuwendijk-Noord, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis room on Sint Jacobsstraat puts you right in the middle of Amsterdam's historic centre, surrounded by the buzz of the city. The listing doesn't state a house number, postcode, floor area, year of construction or energy label, so the exact location and some neighbourhood figures may differ from the actual home. At €1,292 per month, the rent sits well below the average for rooms in Amsterdam, making it a keen option for those looking to live centrally.
The Nieuwendijk-Noord neighbourhood is compact and densely populated, with a very high address density. Most households are single people, and the age profile skews towards 25-45 year olds, giving the area a youthful, energetic feel. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here is based purely on the statistics. It's a busy, urban environment where you're never far from the action.
For daily errands, you're just around the corner from an AH to go, and a couple of streets away from a full Albert Heijn and a SPAR. For schools, de Burght primary school is a five-minute walk, and St. Antoniusschool is a bit further. The nearest secondary school, Vinse School, is also within a ten-minute walk. The area is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which means you have the entire city's amenities on your doorstep.
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About Sint Jacobsstraat, Amsterdam
The rent of €1,292 is about 52% below the average rent in the neighbourhood, which is €2,717. However, the listing doesn't state the floor area, so it's hard to compare directly on a per-square-metre basis. Given the central location and the lack of details, the price seems keen compared to other listings in the area.
The Nieuwendijk-Noord neighbourhood is very densely populated, with a high address density. Most households are single people, and the largest age group is 25-45 year olds. It's a lively, urban area in the heart of Amsterdam, with plenty of shops and restaurants nearby.
The nearest supermarket is an AH to go, just 211 metres away, so it's on your doorstep. A full Albert Heijn and a SPAR are both about 288 metres away, just around the corner. For a larger supermarket, there are more options within a short walk.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. The nearest primary school, de Burght, is 372 metres away, and St. Antoniusschool is 568 metres away. For secondary education, Vinse School is 641 metres away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
Kamernet has published only the street and price for this room.
The train station is 1.0 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for getting around the city and beyond.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €843,750 | €762,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,321 | – |
| Rent price | €2,717 p/m | €2,800 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €498 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
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Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €908,881 | €699,048 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,181 | – |
| Rent price | €3,101 p/m | €2,997 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €117 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg 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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €827,920 | €697,318 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,908 | – |
| Rent price | €2,793 p/m | €2,628 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Sint Jacobsstraat, Amsterdam
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