Romeinsarmsteeg 5B
Felix Meritisbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodA tiny studio in a 1650 canal house
This 16 m² studio on Romeinsarmsteeg is a rare piece of Amsterdam history. Tucked into a 17th-century building in the Grachtengordel-West, it's a compact space with a G energy label, so expect high heating costs. At €750,000, the price is 63% below the neighbourhood average of €2,047,568, but that's because the floor area is 90% smaller than the typical 168 m². For context, studios in Amsterdam vary widely in price and size.
The Felix Meritisbuurt neighbourhood
The Felix Meritisbuurt neighbourhood is part of the canal belt, with a very high address density of 11,724 per km², you're in the thick of the city. Most homes (94.6%) were built before 1945, and the area is dominated by small households: 895 single-person households out of 1,480 homes. The average household size is just 1.5 people. There are no neighbourhood reviews available for this area.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan and Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam. The nearest secondary school is Jordaan College. A GP is 400 m away, and a restaurant is on your doorstep. The municipality of Amsterdam covers all these amenities.
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At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Raek Makelaars B.V.
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About Romeinsarmsteeg 5B, Amsterdam
Is €750,000 a fair price for a 16 m² studio?
The asking price is €750,000, which is 63% below the neighbourhood average of €2,047,568. However, the floor area is 90% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 168 m². The price per square metre works out at €46,875, which is significantly above the neighbourhood average of €13,167 per m². So while the total price is low for the area, you're paying a premium for the tiny footprint.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is G, the lowest rating. This means the home has poor insulation and high heating costs are to be expected. In the neighbourhood, 40.6% of homes have a label D or lower, so a G label is at the bottom end. You'll want to budget for significant energy bills.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 2 km away. That's about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride.
What is the neighbourhood like for amenities?
The Felix Meritisbuurt is very central. A supermarket (Jumbo) is 221 m away, and there are several others within a few hundred metres. Restaurants are on your doorstep (100 m). A GP is 400 m away, and primary schools are within 800 m. The area has a very high address density, so everything is close by.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 44 homes for sale in the Felix Meritisbuurt, with prices ranging from €350,000 to €9,500,000. The median asking price is €1,250,000. In the past period, 82 homes were sold, with an average selling price of €1,408,085 and an average time on market of 64 days.
What is the typical buyer profile in this area?
The neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households (60% of all households). The average household size is 1.5 people. There are few families with children (145 households). The area is popular among professionals and those who want to live in the historic centre.
Statistics for Felix Meritisbuurt
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,088,786 | €1,272,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €12,914 | – |
| Rent price | €4,959 p/m | €3,750 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €35 p/m | – |
Statistics for Grachtengordel-West
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,762,646 | €1,189,318 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €13,020 | – |
| Rent price | €3,774 p/m | €3,266 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €36 p/m | – |
Experiences from Amsterdam
How residents experience their municipality
IJburg 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 AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Amsterdam
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €822,307 | €692,582 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,885 | – |
| Rent price | €2,790 p/m | €2,604 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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Romeinsarmsteeg 5B, Amsterdam
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