Ed Pelsterparkbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a home that feels generous from the moment you walk in. With 220 m² of living space spread over several floors, there is room for a large family, a home office, and everything in between. The house was built in 2005 and has an A++ energy label, so it is exceptionally efficient. The asking price of €1,079,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but the size and quality explain that. For context, terraced houses in Amsterdam vary widely, and this one stands out.
The Ed Pelsterparkbuurt is part of IJburg, a man-made archipelago in Amsterdam. It is a neighbourhood of wide streets, modern architecture, and lots of water. One resident describes it as 'heavenly wide, not far from the bustling centre, with a good tram connection to Central Station', but also notes that 'winters are very isolated' and that the streets are 'Dutch-regulated straight-laced grey'. Another resident simply says: 'I grew up here, great neighbourhood! Lots of memories.' Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 6.35 out of 10. It is a place for those who value space and quiet, but it can feel a bit disconnected. The neighbourhood Ed Pelsterparkbuurt has a mix of families and singles, with many homes built between 1990 and 2010.
For your morning bread run, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Vomar and Dekamarkt are a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Willibrordschool is a five-minute walk, and De Poseidon and Basisschool de Archipel are a bit further. For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova is also a ten-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam provides all the urban amenities you would expect, but here on IJburg you are also close to water and green spaces.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Von Poll Real Estate.
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Erich Salomonstraat 390, Amsterdam
Satisfactory · 5 residents
Heavenly wide, not far from the bustling centre, with a good tram connection to Central Station. But other neighbourhoods always require multiple transfers, even adjacent ones. Connection within the neighbourhood and with other neighbourhoods and the city itself is what I miss most. The water in summer makes up for a lot of that, but winters are very isolated. Although the streets themselves are Dutch-regulated straight-laced grey, nature is all around the streets. I prefer to be there, and people are friendlier there, than on the street itself. Green spaces and human interaction do something to a person. Many cultures live side by side (plus point!), but unfortunately they don't mix to form a new culture. The snack bar around the corner is the best community centre. Just like nature here, really. Everything is arranged side by side, not organically. The neighbourhood is for the orderly, commuting person who longs for their own bubble when they come home. A lot of waste and food is left on the street (also cleaned up by the municipality), which in my view is linked to a lack of community building/neighbourly care, more self-interest and less interest in neighbourhood interactions. The police station in the neighbourhood is very friendly and easily approachable. That gives a pleasant sense of safety.
Auto-translated to English by AII grew up here, great neighbourhood! Lots of memories and people I know. Been through a lot.
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Auto-translated to English by AIWell my experience is more that there are sometimes conflicts with the neighbours but that mainly concerns the block itself. Sometimes we manage to sort it out but often it's also a few who make decisions, which could always be different in my opinion. Overall it is a safe neighbourhood. Where you can certainly have a laugh. There are lots of playgrounds for children which is very safe.
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About Erich Salomonstraat 390, Amsterdam
The asking price is 39% above the neighbourhood average of €775,241, but this home is also 71% larger than the average (220 m² vs 129 m²). Given the size, energy label A++, and modern build year, the price is on the high side but reflects the extra space and quality.
Ed Pelsterparkbuurt is a quiet, modern neighbourhood on IJburg with wide streets and lots of water. Residents appreciate the space and tram connection to the centre, but some find it isolated in winter. The neighbourhood scores 6.35 out of 10 from five reviews. It is popular with families and has a mix of cultures.
The home has an A++ energy label, which is the highest rating. This means very low energy costs and a minimal environmental footprint. In the neighbourhood, 40.6% of homes have an A+ label or better, so this home is among the most efficient.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Willibrordschool (441 m), De Poseidon (661 m), and Basisschool de Archipel (661 m). For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Terra Nova is 666 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
Albert Heijn is 562 m away, just around the corner. Vomar (732 m) and Dekamarkt (781 m) are also within a couple of streets. For a larger selection, Jumbo is 1.6 km away.
The nearest tram stop is within walking distance, providing a direct connection to Amsterdam Centraal. The train station is 6.3 km away, so for longer journeys you would typically take the tram to the centre and then the train.
The plot is 151 m², which includes a garden. The exact layout and size of the garden are not specified, but it offers private outdoor space typical of a terraced house on IJburg.
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