Ed Pelsterparkbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Gerard Ruttenhof sits in a quiet corner of IJburg, a neighbourhood built on artificial islands in the IJmeer. With 110 m² of living space and a 225 m² plot, it offers a rare combination of modern comfort and outdoor space in Amsterdam. The asking price of €800,000 is in line with the market, similar semi-detached houses in Amsterdam average around €775,000.
The Ed Pelsterparkbuurt is a young, family-oriented area with wide streets and plenty of water. One resident describes it as 'heavenly wide, not far from the bustling centre, with a good tram connection to Central Station', but also notes that winters can feel isolated. Another calls it 'a great neighbourhood' where they grew up. The area has a mix of cultures, though some feel community interaction could be stronger. The neighbourhood Ed Pelsterparkbuurt is home to many families, over half of households have children.
For daily shopping, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Vomar is a couple of streets away. The Willibrordschool is a five-minute walk, and the Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova is a ten-minute walk for secondary education. The municipality Amsterdam keeps the streets tidy, though some residents mention waste being left out. The neighbourhood police station is friendly and approachable, adding to a sense of safety.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Hallie & Van Klooster Makelaardij and also appears on Funda.
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Gerard Ruttenhof 31, Amsterdam
Satisfactory · 5 residents
Heavenly wide, not far from the bustling centre, with a good tram connection to Central Station. But other neighbourhoods always require multiple transfers, even adjacent ones. Connection within the neighbourhood and with other neighbourhoods and the city itself is what I miss most. The water in summer makes up for a lot of that, but winters are very isolated. Although the streets themselves are Dutch-regulated straight-laced grey, nature is all around the streets. I prefer to be there, and people are friendlier there, than on the street itself. Green spaces and human interaction do something to a person. Many cultures live side by side (plus point!), but unfortunately they don't mix to form a new culture. The snack bar around the corner is the best community centre. Just like nature here, really. Everything is arranged side by side, not organically. The neighbourhood is for the orderly, commuting person who longs for their own bubble when they come home. A lot of waste and food is left on the street (also cleaned up by the municipality), which in my view is linked to a lack of community building/neighbourly care, more self-interest and less interest in neighbourhood interactions. The police station in the neighbourhood is very friendly and easily approachable. That gives a pleasant sense of safety.
Auto-translated to English by AII grew up here, great neighbourhood! Lots of memories and people I know. Been through a lot.
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Auto-translated to English by AIWell my experience is more that there are sometimes conflicts with the neighbours but that mainly concerns the block itself. Sometimes we manage to sort it out but often it's also a few who make decisions, which could always be different in my opinion. Overall it is a safe neighbourhood. Where you can certainly have a laugh. There are lots of playgrounds for children which is very safe.
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About Gerard Ruttenhof 31, Amsterdam
The asking price of €800,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €775,000 for similar homes, but the property has an excellent energy label (A+++) and a generous plot of 225 m². Given that homes in this area sell within about 59 days on average, the price appears realistic for a well-maintained modern house.
Ed Pelsterparkbuurt is a modern, family-friendly area on IJburg with wide streets and lots of water. Residents appreciate the tram connection to the city centre and the green spaces, though some note that winters can feel isolated. The area has a mix of cultures and a strong sense of safety, with a friendly police station nearby.
The home has an A+++ energy label, which is the highest possible rating. This means it is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating costs and a minimal environmental footprint. In the neighbourhood, about 40% of homes have an A+ label or better, so this property is among the most efficient.
The Willibrordschool (primary) is just a five-minute walk away, and the Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova (secondary) is about a ten-minute walk. There are also several other primary schools within walking distance, including Daltonschool Neptunus and De Poseidon.
The nearest train station is 6.3 km away, so it is not within walking distance. However, there is a good tram connection to Amsterdam Central Station, making the city centre accessible without a car.
The plot measures 225 m², which includes a garden, typical for a semi-detached house in this area. The exact layout of the garden is not described in the listing, but the size suggests plenty of room for outdoor living.
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