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Hercules Seghersbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Frans Halsstraat is a compact city base in one of Amsterdam's liveliest areas. At 43 m² it's small but efficient, and with an E energy label you can expect higher heating costs. The asking price of €475,000 is 21% below the neighbourhood average of €603,464, making it a keen entry point into the market for studios in Amsterdam.
The Hercules Seghersbuurt is part of the Oude Pijp, a dense, urban area with a very strong city centre feel (address density over 10,000). It's a neighbourhood of mostly pre-war buildings (93.5% built before 1945) and a young population, the largest age group is 25 to 45. Most homes are rented, and households are small, with many singles. No resident reviews are available for this area.
Daily shopping is easy: a Coop is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For a wider selection, Dirk and Albert Heijn are within a ten-minute walk. Schools are close too, the Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam is a couple of streets away, and Basisschool Oscar Carré is a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which offers extensive amenities and public transport connections.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including DoeksenKlein Makelaardij.
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The asking price of €475,000 is 21% below the average asking price in the Hercules Seghersbuurt (€603,464) and just under the median of €480,000. Given that the floor area (43 m²) is smaller than the neighbourhood average (62 m²), the price per m² works out higher than average. It's a market-rate price for a studio in this sought-after area.
The energy label is E. In a neighbourhood where most homes have better labels (47.8% have label A, 13% B), this means higher energy costs can be expected. The building dates from 1884, so it's typical for a pre-war property without modern insulation.
The nearest train station is 2.5 km away. That's about a 30-minute walk or a short tram ride.
The Hercules Seghersbuurt is a dense, urban part of the Oude Pijp with a young, single population. It's very lively, with many restaurants and cafes within walking distance. The area has a high crime rate (233 total incidents), but it's a popular central location.
Yes, several. A Coop is 160 m away, a Jumbo 214 m, a Dirk 336 m, and an Albert Heijn 511 m. All are within a short walk, making daily shopping very convenient.
There are several schools within walking distance: Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam (secondary, 224 m), Basisschool Oscar Carré (primary, 361 m), Sweelinck College (secondary, 428 m), and College ZUYD (secondary, 445 m).
At 43 m², this studio is 31% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 62 m². It's a compact space, typical for a studio in a pre-war building.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €617,435 | €575,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €11,340 | – |
| Rent price | €2,565 p/m | €2,500 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
My neighbourhood for fifty years
Auto-translated to English by AIYou can easily get out in this neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here quite a long time. Too long. It's getting busier and busier with tourists. Houses are in poor condition, lots of damp and mould, and very small and noisy. Many people with kids are moving elsewhere. Lots of rubbish in the streets and a lot of nuisance from pubs and restaurants. Noise from passers-by and tourists, especially in summer.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €762,073 | €604,145 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €11,007 | – |
| Rent price | €3,134 p/m | €3,165 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €40 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 | €834,169 | €704,951 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,941 | – |
| Rent price | €2,784 p/m | €2,628 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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