Minervabuurt-Midden, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a rare find: a spacious 1932 townhouse on one of Amsterdam Zuid's most attractive squares. With 304 m² of living space spread over several floors, it offers generous proportions throughout. The asking price of €3,150,000 is well above the neighbourhood average of €1,458,889, making it the most expensive of the 27 homes currently for sale in the area. For context, terraced houses in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its size and energy label A.
Minervabuurt-Midden is a quiet, green pocket of Amsterdam Zuid, known for its wide streets and pre-war architecture. The area is predominantly residential, with many families and a mix of owner-occupied and rental homes. The neighbourhood has a strong sense of community, and the nearby Minervaplein offers a small selection of shops and cafés. With 57% owner-occupied homes and a high proportion of families, it's a settled, well-maintained area. The neighbourhood Minervabuurt-Midden is also very safe, with crime figures low for a city centre location.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away for organic groceries. There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, including the Eerste Openluchtschool voor het Gezonde Kind and the 2e Daltonschool Pieter Bakkum. Secondary schools like Gerrit van der Veen College and Sint Ignatiusgymnasium are also close by. The municipality Amsterdam offers excellent amenities, and the Vondelpark is a ten-minute walk away for weekend relaxation.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including People On The Move Expat Brokers, Funda and Pararius.
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The asking price is 116% above the average asking price in Minervabuurt-Midden (€1,458,889) and is the highest of the 27 homes currently for sale. However, the house is also 108% larger than the average (146 m²) and has an excellent energy label A. Whether it's fair depends on how you value the extra space and location.
With 304 m² of living space, this house is more than double the average size of homes currently for sale in Minervabuurt-Midden (146 m²). It's a substantial family home, especially for a pre-war townhouse in Amsterdam Zuid.
The house has energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, only 22.7% of homes have label A, while 36.4% have label C and another 36.4% have D or lower. So this home is well above average in terms of energy performance.
Homes in this neighbourhood sell relatively quickly: the average time on the market for sold properties is 20 days. This suggests a fast-moving market, so if you're interested, you'll need to move decisively.
There are several good schools within walking distance. The Eerste Openluchtschool voor het Gezonde Kind (primary) is 260 m away, and the 2e Daltonschool Pieter Bakkum (primary) is 401 m away. For secondary education, Gerrit van der Veen College (365 m) and Sint Ignatiusgymnasium (383 m) are both close by.
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, which is about a 15-20 minute walk or a short cycle ride.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,387,500 | €1,275,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,594 | – |
| Rent price | €3,211 p/m | €2,675 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €35 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I experience my neighbourhood as suitable for families, there are good schools and it is not too busy. In the area there are many options for sports. Contact with the neighbours is sufficient, but not very close. Furthermore, there are several parks in the area and the surroundings are easily accessible, with a metro and train station within walking distance. It is a fifteen-minute bike ride to the centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIA nice, green neighbourhood with plenty of space and quiet streets. Amenities such as shops, supermarkets and schools are all nearby, making life here very comfortable. The nearby Amstelpark offers a lovely place for a walk. Public transport and main roads are easily accessible, allowing you to quickly reach the city centre or other parts of the city. All in all, it is an ideal neighbourhood for both families and young professionals who love a quiet living environment.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,153,480 | €1,724,452 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €11,469 | – |
| Rent price | €4,231 p/m | €3,979 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €33 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg 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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €828,136 | €697,016 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,901 | – |
| Rent price | €2,796 p/m | €2,616 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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