Van der Helstpleinbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Rustenburgerstraat is a typical Amsterdam starter home: compact, efficient and right in the middle of the action. At 27 m² it's small, but the layout makes the most of every corner. The price of €375,000 is 36% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €585,179, which puts it on the keen side for the area. If you're looking for a foothold in the city, this is a realistic entry point. For more context, see studios in Amsterdam.
The Van der Helstpleinbuurt is a pocket of the Nieuwe Pijp that residents rate highly. One resident says: "It's really a good neighbourhood. It's easily accessible by metro and tram, except at night. There's only 1 bus in the area and that one at 5 in the morning (to Schiphol) is super annoying. Furthermore, it's nicely green with parks and trees in the neighbourhood. There are also many amenities; shops, bakeries, butchers, eateries, really everything. Also, it's very safe, there are occasional burglaries but they are minor and only target shops. Furthermore, no one has been murdered or large drug labs found in years. Just lock your bike properly. The houses are nice and good, but WAY TOO EXPENSIVE! Renting here is a nightmare if it's not social housing:/" This is based on a single review, but it captures the mix of convenience and urban edge. The neighbourhood has a very high address density (11,906 per km²), so it's bustling. Most homes are pre-war (85% built before 1945), and the area is dominated by flats. For more on the area, see the Van der Helstpleinbuurt neighbourhood.
Your morning bread run is just around the corner: Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and Jumbo is a five-minute walk. For primary schools, the 9e Montessorischool De Scholekster is on your doorstep, and the 3e Daltonschool Alberdingk Thijm is just as close. Secondary options include the Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam and Berlage Lyceum. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which means all the city's cultural and transport links are at your fingertips.
At the time of writing the home is listed via De Heren van Snoek Makelaardij B.V. and also appears on Vastgoed Nederland, so it's available through several channels.
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About Rustenburgerstraat 280-1A, Amsterdam
The asking price of €375,000 is 36% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€585,179). However, the floor area of 27 m² is 55% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 60 m². Given the compact size and the premium location in Amsterdam's Pijp, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a small studio in this area.
The energy label is A, which is the second-best label on the scale. An A label means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online.
The neighbourhood is well served by metro and tram, though night services are limited. The nearest train station is 2.1 km away. One resident notes that there is only one bus line, which runs to Schiphol at 5 am. Overall, the area is easily accessible by public transport during the day.
The neighbourhood has 3,945 residents, with a high proportion of single-person households (1,580 out of 2,575 households). The average household size is 1.5, and there are 340 households with children. The largest age group is 25-45 (1,995 residents), giving the area a young, urban feel.
According to one resident, the neighbourhood is very safe. There are occasional burglaries, but they are minor and target shops. The resident notes that no murders or large drug labs have been found in years. The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 313, but this figure covers all types of incidents.
There are plenty of amenities within walking distance. Albert Heijn is 309 m away, Jumbo at 400 m, and Coop at 460 m. For dining, restaurants are just 0.2 km away. A GP practice is 0.3 km, and a library is 0.7 km. Parks and green spaces are also close by, at 0.3 km.
The building was constructed in 1900, which is typical for this pre-war neighbourhood (85% of homes were built before 1945). The listing does not provide details about the condition of the building or installations. The energy label A suggests the home is well insulated or has efficient heating, but the overall condition is not stated.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
It's really a good neighbourhood. It's easily accessible by metro and tram, except at night. There's only 1 bus in the area and that one at 5 in the morning (to Schiphol) is super annoying. Furthermore, it's nicely green with parks and trees in the neighbourhood. There are also many amenities; shops, bakeries, butchers, eateries, really everything. Also, it's very safe, there are occasional burglaries but they are minor and only target shops. Furthermore, no one has been murdered or large drug labs found in years. Just lock your bike properly. The houses are nice and good, but WAY TOO EXPENSIVE! Renting here is a nightmare if it's not social housing :/
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €589,657 | €525,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,208 | – |
| Rent price | €3,340 p/m | €2,825 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €46 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Lively, with a tram stop right outside and the North-South line station across the street. Albert Cuyp Market within walking distance. Supermarkets within walking distance. Lively bars and restaurants directly below the homes on this side.
Auto-translated to English by AISometimes nice, sometimes a lot of poverty, sometimes chaotic, sometimes ok.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's really a good neighbourhood. It's easily accessible by metro and tram, except at night. There's only 1 bus in the area and that one at 5 in the morning (to Schiphol) is super annoying. Furthermore, it's nicely green with parks and trees in the neighbourhood. There are also many amenities; shops, bakeries, butchers, eateries, really everything. Also, it's very safe, there are occasional burglaries but they are minor and only target shops. Furthermore, no one has been murdered or large drug labs found in years. Just lock your bike properly. The houses are nice and good, but WAY TOO EXPENSIVE! Renting here is a nightmare if it's not social housing :/
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a nice, safe neighbourhood, beautiful buildings and it's central.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €608,981 | €561,880 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,803 | – |
| Rent price | €3,533 p/m | €3,152 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €41 p/m | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €822,940 | €695,417 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,920 | – |
| Rent price | €2,802 p/m | €2,604 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Rustenburgerstraat 280-1A, Amsterdam
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