Ed Pelsterparkbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis modern terraced house on John Fernhouthof sits on the water-facing island of IJburg, a neighbourhood designed for those who want space and greenery within the city. With 214 m² of living space, it is considerably larger than the average home in the area. The asking price of €1,495,000 is well above the neighbourhood average of €775,241, reflecting the generous size and recent construction. For context, this is one of the terraced houses in Amsterdam that stands out for its dimensions.
The neighbourhood Ed Pelsterparkbuurt is a relatively young neighbourhood, with most homes built after 2010. It attracts many families, over half of households have children. Residents describe it as a peaceful bubble, though some note a lack of community mixing. One resident says: 'The neighbourhood is for the orderly, commuting person who longs for their own bubble when they come home.' Another appreciates the green spaces and water in summer, but finds winters isolated. The police station nearby adds a sense of safety.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Vomar is a couple of streets away. Schools are close too: Daltonschool Neptunus is a five-minute walk, and Willibrordschool is within easy reach. The municipality Amsterdam offers excellent tram connections to the city centre, though reaching other neighbourhoods can require multiple transfers. The water around IJburg provides a lovely backdrop for summer walks.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Broersma Wonen and Funda. The property is a recent build (2017) with an A energy label, so heating costs should be low.
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John Fernhouthof 16, 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 John Fernhouthof 16, Amsterdam
The asking price is 93% above the neighbourhood average of €775,241, but this home is also 66% larger than the average (214 m² vs 129 m²). It is a modern terraced house with an A energy label, built in 2017. Given its size and quality, the price is on the high side but reflects the premium for space and recent construction.
With 214 m² of living space, this home is 66% larger than the average home in Ed Pelsterparkbuurt, which is 129 m². The plot is 83 m². Most homes in the neighbourhood are apartments (82%), so a terraced house of this size is uncommon.
Ed Pelsterparkbuurt is a quiet, family-oriented neighbourhood on IJburg. It has a mix of cultures, though residents note that communities tend to live side by side rather than mixing. The area is well-maintained, with green spaces and water. Some residents find it isolated in winter, but the tram connection to Central Station is good.
The nearest train station is 6.3 km away. This is a significant distance, so you would rely on trams or buses for public transport to the city centre. The tram connection to Central Station is good, but other destinations may require transfers.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Daltonschool Neptunus (445 m), Willibrordschool (560 m), and De Zuiderzee (797 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.1 km away. The area has a total of 60 schools within 5 km.
Albert Heijn is 410 m away, just around the corner. Vomar is 547 m away, and Dekamarkt is about 1 km. For daily shopping, you have good options within a short walk.
The home has an A energy label, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, 59.4% of homes have label A and 40.6% have label A+. This means low heating costs and a modern, well-insulated property.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Ed Pelsterparkbuurt
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