A compact studio in Amstelkwartier-Noord
This studio on Welnastraat 457 is a modern, energy-efficient home in a young Amsterdam neighbourhood. At 28 m² it was compact, but the A-label meant low running costs. The last known asking price of €285,000 was 62% below the neighbourhood average of €754,698, a keen entry point for a studio in Amsterdam. For context, studios in Amsterdam vary widely in price and size. This home has not been online since 2 September 2026.
Amstelkwartier-Noord: a new-build neighbourhood
Amstelkwartier-Noord is a recently developed area, with all homes built after 2010. It's densely populated (3,232 addresses per km²) and mostly consists of apartments. The population is young, over half are between 25 and 45, and many live alone. There are no reviews from residents in the data, but the neighbourhood is known for its modern architecture and waterside setting. The neighbourhood Amstelkwartier-Noord is part of the larger Omval/Overamstel district.
Daily life on Welnastraat
For groceries, you have an AH to go just around the corner, an Aldi a couple of streets away, and a full Albert Heijn within a ten-minute walk. Montessorischool de Amstel is on your doorstep for primary education, and Daltonschool Spinoza20first is a five-minute walk for secondary school. The area is well-connected, with a train station a ten-minute walk away. The municipality Amsterdam offers extensive amenities.
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About Welnastraat 457, Amsterdam
Was €285,000 a fair price for this studio?
The asking price was €285,000, which was 62% below the average asking price in Amstelkwartier-Noord (€754,698). However, this studio is also much smaller than average (28 m² vs 90 m²). The price per square metre worked out to about €10,179, which was slightly above the neighbourhood average of €9,457 per m². So while the total price was low, you're paying a premium for the compact size.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. In Amstelkwartier-Noord, 59.2% of homes have label A and 36.7% have A+ or better. With label A you can expect low energy bills, especially in a small studio. The home was built in 2014, so it meets modern insulation standards.
How is the neighbourhood for young professionals?
Amstelkwartier-Noord is a young neighbourhood: over half of residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone. It's a new-build area with modern apartments and a high density of addresses. There are restaurants and a park within walking distance. The train station is 1.4 km away, making it easy to reach the city centre.
What schools are nearby?
Montessorischool de Amstel (primary) is just 172 metres away, and Daltonschool Spinoza20first (secondary) is 432 metres away. There are also several other schools within a short distance. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of young adults, so schools are less of a focus here.
How does the size compare to other homes in the area?
At 28 m², this studio is 69% smaller than the average home in Amstelkwartier-Noord, which is 90 m². The neighbourhood consists entirely of apartments, so compact living is common, but this is on the smaller end. It was ideal for a single person or as a city pied-à-terre.
What is the crime rate like in Amstelkwartier-Noord?
In the most recent data, there were 179 total crimes reported in the neighbourhood. Given the population of 2,865, that's a rate of about 62 per 1,000 residents. This is moderate for a dense urban area. The neighbourhood is relatively new and well-maintained.
