Duivelseiland, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Balthasar Floriszstraat in the Museumkwartier is a compact city base. At 42 m² it's a cosy space, and the price of €465,000 is noticeably lower than the neighbourhood average, 32% below the average asking price of €680,438 in Duivelseiland. That makes it a relatively affordable entry into this sought-after area. For context, studios in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one is priced keenly for its size.
Duivelseiland is a dense, urban pocket with a very high address density (9,094 per km²). It's a neighbourhood of mostly young adults, half the residents are between 25 and 45. Many live alone (495 one-person households), and there are few families with children. The area has a high proportion of rental homes, and all the housing stock dates from before 1945. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the data: it's a vibrant, central spot with a young, transient population. Neighbourhood Duivelseiland is part of the Museumkwartier district.
For your morning bread, Coop is just around the corner, and Jumbo and Aldi are a couple of streets away. There are several schools within walking distance: the Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is a five-minute walk, and the Sweelinck College is similarly close. For younger children, the Peetersschool is a ten-minute walk. The area is packed with restaurants, the nearest is on your doorstep, and a park is a five-minute walk away. Municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and transport links you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Roeleveld Makelaardij o.g. and other platforms. It's available to view now.
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Balthasar Floriszstraat 12-2, Amsterdam
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About Balthasar Floriszstraat 12-2, Amsterdam
The asking price of €465,000 is 32% below the average asking price in Duivelseiland (€680,438) and also below the median of €599,500. However, the studio is smaller than average (42 m² vs 66 m²). The price per m² works out at about €11,071, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €10,893 per m². So while the total price is low, you're paying a premium for the compact size.
Energy label D is average for an older building, this one dates from 1906. In Duivelseiland, most homes for sale have better labels: 33% are A and 47% are C. Only 13% are D or lower. So you can expect moderate energy costs, but not the highest efficiency. It's worth checking the exact energy performance report for details.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride.
Duivelseiland is very popular with young adults: half the residents are between 25 and 45, and most households are single-person. The area is densely built and lively, with many restaurants and shops within walking distance. It's a central location, ideal for those who want to be in the thick of Amsterdam life.
Yes, several supermarkets are within a few minutes' walk. Coop is 354 m away, Jumbo 420 m, Aldi 439 m, and Albert Heijn 530 m. You'll have no trouble doing daily shopping on foot.
There are several schools within walking distance. The Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam (secondary) is 211 m away, the Sweelinck College (secondary) is 294 m, and the Peetersschool (primary) is 491 m. For younger children, a childcare centre is 0.4 km away.
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