Westelijke eilanden, Amsterdam
This 1660 terraced house on Zandhoek 3 sits in the Westelijke eilanden, a quiet corner of Amsterdam's Haarlemmerbuurt district. With its centuries-old facade and canal-side setting, it feels like a step back in time, yet the city centre is just around the corner. The asking price of €2,250,000 is 74% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,294,625, which puts it on the high side. For context, [terraced houses in Amsterdam] vary widely in price, but this one clearly sits at the premium end.
According to the agent, the home has 10 rooms, including 6 bedrooms, spread over multiple floors. The living area is listed at 193 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 147 m². Similarly, the plot is given as 880 m² by the agent, but the BAG registration states 88 m². The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The house was built in 1660, a fact that speaks to its age and character.
This is a neighbourhood where history is palpable, with narrow streets and old warehouses turned into homes. Residents of the Haarlemmerbuurt district give it an average score of 7.03, based on three reviews. One resident says: "everything at hand, it's the centre, centrally located." Another notes: "I find the Haarlemmerbuurt a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in. There is a good atmosphere and there are many amenities. Homeless people and tourists do regularly cause nuisance and the fact that the neighbourhood is unhygienic." The area is home to about 2,895 people, many of whom live alone. For more on [the Westelijke eilanden neighbourhood], you can see what else is on offer.
Daily life here is convenient. A Montessori primary school is on your doorstep, and a couple of other schools are just around the corner. For groceries, an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away, with an Ekoplaza and another Albert Heijn a couple of streets further. The nearest GP is a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy is just around the corner. Public transport is well served: bus line 48 stops at Barentszplein, just around the corner, and tram line 13 at Zoutkeetsgracht, also a short walk. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk, connecting you to the rest of the city and beyond. All this within [the municipality of Amsterdam], which offers endless possibilities.
No WOZ value is available for this property, so we cannot compare it with the asking price or show its development over the years. As for address risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building predates 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including DSTRCT | Forbes Global Properties and their listing on Funda.
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About Zandhoek 3, Amsterdam
The asking price of €2,250,000 is 74% above the average asking price of €1,294,625 for homes currently for sale in the Westelijke eilanden. The median asking price is €1,047,500, and prices range from €300,000 to €2,400,000. This home is clearly at the upper end of the market, reflecting its size and historic character.
According to the agent, the house has 10 rooms, including 6 bedrooms. The living area is listed as 193 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 147 m². The plot is given as 880 m² by the agent, but the BAG registration states 88 m². The house was built in 1660 and has an energy label C.
The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not always included in property listings. Without it, we cannot compare the asking price to the official valuation or show its historical development.
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 45 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements at the property itself.
The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and in this postcode area, 82% of properties were built before 1970. This is an indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
Area-level climate data shows that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are indications for the area, not predictions for this specific property.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. An Albert Heijn is about 487 metres away, an Ekoplaza is 512 metres, another Albert Heijn is 615 metres, and a Jumbo is 692 metres. So you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is just 56 metres away, making it very convenient for families with young children. De Zeeheld primary school is 341 metres away, and Vinse School (secondary education) is 723 metres. There are also other schools within a short distance.
The nearest bus stop is Barentszplein, about 220 metres away, served by bus line 48. There is also a tram stop at Zoutkeetsgracht, 348 metres away, with tram line 13. Amsterdam Centraal train station is about 1.2 kilometres away, so you can easily reach other parts of the city.
Residents of the Haarlemmerbuurt district give it an average score of 7.03, based on three reviews. One resident says: "everything at hand, it's the centre, centrally located." Another mentions the pleasant atmosphere and many amenities, but also notes nuisance from homeless people and tourists, and that the neighbourhood can be unhygienic.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
very nice neighbourhood
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| Sale price | €1,294,625 | €1,047,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,745 | – |
| Rent price | €2,550 p/m | €2,550 p/m |
How residents experience their district
everything at hand, it's the centre, centrally located
Auto-translated to English by AIvery nice neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AII find the Haarlemmerbuurt a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in. There is a good atmosphere and there are many amenities. Homeless people and tourists do regularly cause nuisance and the fact that the neighbourhood is unhygienic.
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| Sale price | €926,669 | €701,429 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,615 | – |
| Rent price | €3,093 p/m | €2,956 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €37 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.
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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 | €823,878 | €693,827 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,889 | – |
| Rent price | €2,802 p/m | €2,616 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
Zandhoek 3, Amsterdam
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