
Valeriusbuurt-West, Amsterdam
This studio on Koninginneweg is a rare entry point into one of Amsterdam's most desirable neighbourhoods. This listing does not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €425,000 it is the cheapest of the 29 homes currently for sale in Valeriusbuurt-West, and 72% below the neighbourhood average asking price, though the 28 m² floor area is 76% smaller than the average. For context, studios in Amsterdam vary widely in price and size.
Valeriusbuurt-West is a quiet, leafy pocket of Amsterdam Zuid, just south of the Vondelpark. The streets are lined with grand early-20th-century buildings, and the area feels residential and calm despite being in the city centre. With 2,610 residents, it is a mix of families and professionals; about 30% of households have children, and the average household size is 2.0. The neighbourhood is very urban (address density 7,720 per km²), yet it has a village-like feel thanks to its small shops and cafés. The Valeriusbuurt-West neighbourhood is known for its high property prices, the median asking price is €1,119,500, so this studio stands out as an affordable option.
Your daily routine here is wonderfully convenient. For groceries, Albert Heijn and Jumbo are both just around the corner, and Dirk and Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away. For school runs, De Kleine Nicolaas primary school is a five-minute walk, and the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort secondary school is even closer. The Vondelpark is a five-minute walk away, perfect for a morning jog or an evening stroll. The area is well served by public transport, with tram and bus stops nearby, and Amsterdam's central stations are a short cycle away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the cultural and leisure amenities you would expect from a world-class city.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Heeren Makelaars.
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About Koninginneweg 249-2A, Amsterdam
At €425,000, this is the cheapest home currently for sale in Valeriusbuurt-West, and 72% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,502,190. However, the floor area is just 28 m², which is 76% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 117 m². The price per square metre works out at about €15,179, which is above the neighbourhood average of €12,953 per m², so you are paying a premium for the location and compact size.
The agent has not published this information, so the energy performance of this specific studio is unknown. In the neighbourhood, 42.3% of homes have label A, 23.1% label B, and 19.2% label D or lower, but this does not indicate the label of this particular home.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a 10-minute cycle. Amsterdam's main stations, such as Amsterdam Zuid and Amsterdam Centraal, are easily reachable by tram or bike.
Valeriusbuurt-West is a quiet, residential area with a mix of families and professionals. It has a high address density (7,720 per km²) but feels calm thanks to its leafy streets. There are several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk, including Albert Heijn and Jumbo at 138 m, and Dirk at 408 m. Primary and secondary schools are also within walking distance, and the Vondelpark is just 500 m away.
Currently, 29 homes are for sale in Valeriusbuurt-West, with prices ranging from €425,000 to €3,495,000. The median asking price is €1,119,500, and the average price per square metre is €12,953. This studio is the cheapest option available.
Heeren Makelaars has published only the street and price on Funda. As a result, the exact energy performance of this studio is not provided by the agent.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,441,096 | €1,192,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €13,021 | – |
| Rent price | €4,763 p/m | €3,475 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €46 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I grew up here as a child. Really a very nice, fairly quiet neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AINot much to do. Almost no greenery on the street, also gets extremely hot in summer. You never see anyone walking around and rubbish is collected on time. But extremely noisy with construction workers starting at 7 am.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,301,871 | €1,916,439 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €14,210 | – |
| Rent price | €5,197 p/m | €4,350 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €45 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 | €835,039 | €703,650 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,951 | – |
| Rent price | €2,803 p/m | €2,646 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Koninginneweg 249-2A, Amsterdam
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