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Student ExperienceAmsterdam Amstel

Student Experience Amsterdam Amstel, overlooking the famous water of Amsterdam, is home to 520 students from all over the world. A courtyard at the heart of this building makes relaxing in a hammock or having drinks at the picknick tables a hard choice to make! Full facilities to study or relax at home, yet 15 minutes from downtown Amsterdam by bike. Your 21m2 studio with a private bathroom and kitchen makes this place the perfect mix between having your own place and living in a vibrant student community.

 

 

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Amsterdam Amstel information

Studio specs

Studios and sizes
The Student Experience Amsterdam Amstel studios have a floor space of 21 m² (± 7 by 3 meters) and include a private kitchen and bathroom. The height of the studio is approximately 260 cm. For all floor plans and prices, check the price overview per studio type for Amsterdam Amstel.
Kitchen 
The kitchen is equipped with a kitchen counter of approximately 2 meters, including the sink. There are both upper and lower cupboards present. The kitchen has an electric 2-burner stove (ceramic) and an extractor hood. When you rent an unfurnished studio, you must provide a fridge yourself. There is room for this under the kitchen counter. If you maintain the following dimensions for the refrigerator, you can be sure it fits: 55 cm x 86 cm x 57 cm (width x height x depth).
Bathroom
The bathroom is equipped with a shower, sink and toilet. The shower has a thermostat tap and shower rod with shower hose and hand shower. Above the sink is a mirror with a wall shelf underneath on which you can place toiletries. In the bathroom you will also find a toilet roll holder, a toilet brush and an extra wall shelf in the corner.
Floor covering

In every studio there is anthracite coloured flooring.

It is permitted to place laminate flooring on top of the floor covering. It is not necessary to lay an underfloor. We advise you to maintain a maximum thickness of 6 mm. At the end of the lease term, the floor will have to be delivered in its original condition.

Curtain and photo rails

Curtain rails
Curtain rails hang across the entire width of the room in every studio. The width of the studio can be found on the map in your Service Portal. This curtain rail is suitable for curtain hooks. There are a total of 32 eyelets on the rail (16 per side).

Photo rails
It is not permitted to drill into the walls or to attach photos to it. That is why there is a rail in every studio on which you can hang photos, images or cards.

TV and internet connection

Every studio has a TV and internet connection from Ziggo. These are included in the service costs, so you do not have to take out a separate subscription. You have to provide your own utp cable (network cable) and a coax cable for connecting the internet and television. If you want to use WiFi in the studio then you need to purchase a router. For questions regarding your TV and internet connection you can visit the ittdesk website.

Customer registration page - customer number
Are you on the ittdesk registration page? Enter the following number under customer number: 14999999999. With this code you will receive the correct connection in your studio.

 

Conditions

Study conditions
To rent a studio at Student Experience Amsterdam Amstel, you must follow a full-time or part-time study in the Netherlands.
Long stay location
Student Experience Amsterdam Amstel is a long stay location. Contracts are offered with a minimum period of one year. You can find the exact start date of the contract in the studio advertisement. After the first 12 months, you can terminate the contract at any point with a notice period of one month.

 

Communicating relocation

Are you relocating to Amsterdam from abroad?
Schedule an appointment with the municipality to register (this appointment happens in person). It must take place within five days of arrival, so make sure to schedule it in advance by calling: +31 20 624 11 11. For more information, check this page.

You must register as a resident at your own address, for example, Joan Muyskenweg 15, + your studio number, 1096 CJ Amsterdam. You can use your contract as a burden of proof.
Are you relocating within the Netherlands?
You indicate your change of address here. You must register as a resident at your own address, for example, Joan Muyskenweg 15, + your studio number, 1096 CJ Amsterdam. You can use your contract as a burden of proof.

 

 

Prices

Pricing structure

The Student Experience Amsterdam Amstel studios have a floor space of 21 m² and include a private kitchen and bathroom. All studios are equipped with a television and internet connection. The price is based on the government property valuation system. This is a point system that determines the maximum price of a studio.

Studio price

The price (excluding service costs) for a studio in Student Experience Amsterdam Amstel is € 680, with the exception of 8 larger studios (floor space of 27 m²). The price for a larger studio is € 720.
The service costs are € 145 per month, including heat, electricity, and water.
The deposit is € 1120 and must be paid before entering the studio.
For all prices, check the price overview per studio type for Amsterdam Amstel.

Housing allowance
Are you 23 years or older? Then you can apply for housing allowance. Whether you are entitled to this depends on your income.

 

Cancellation policy

Requirements
You have signed a contract to stay at Student Experience, but you changed your mind or cannot move in due to special circumstances. The cancellation policy depends on the situation, you can find more details below. You need a compelling reason to terminate your contract early. Examples of this are: you have been declined from your studies or cannot come to Amsterdam Amstel anymore. To process a request for early termination of your contract, we need proof. Proof is, for example, a rejection letter from your educational institution.
Not signed yet
If you have not yet signed your contract, you can cancel it free of charge.
Signed but want to terminate lease within 12 months
You want to terminate your fixed-term contract earlier than the contract end date. Unfortunately, this is not possible since you have entered into a contract for 12 months. We can only make an exception if you have a compelling reason for this and can provide proof. Upon approval, a one-month (30 days) notice period applies. You pay the costs until the new end date of your contract. Deposit will be refunded in accordance with your contract.
Terminate after 12 months
After the first 12 months of your lease, you can terminate your contract 365 days a year. Through the service portal you can easily terminate the contract, with a one month's notice period. The deposit will be refunded in accordance with your contract.

 

House rules

House rules
The house rules contain some essential information that is important for you to make your residence in the building as pleasant as possible. The latest version of the house rules is applicable. You can read the house rules here.
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Facilities at Amsterdam Amstel

Medical facilities

Student Experience has partnered up with several general practitioners and a dentist. That way, you always have easy access to medical care when necessary. Check which GP or dentist is closest to your location here

Lounge

The lounge consists of cosy sitting areas where you can relax with your neighbours, watch TV or play (online) games.

24/7 duty manager and security

Every day from 6 AM - 10 PM a duty manager is present. During the night, you can rely on the security guard. In addition, security cameras are present at various locations in and around the complex.

Rooftop sports field

All Student Experience locations have a sports field on the roof. You can use the sports field and the other facilities on the roof between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m.

Can (photo)shoots be held?
Anyone can submit a request to use the location for a photoshoot or videoshoot. This can be done for school or graduation projects, own work, but also for commercial photo or video shoots. More information can be found here.

Private dining room

Use the private dining room to cook dinner with your friends or family, celebrate your birthday or have a baking competition with your best friend.

You can reserve the private dining room through our reception.

Service portal

You can access the online service portal for more information about Student Experience. You can easily arrange most matters here, such as terminating your contract or submitting a repair request.

Printer and copier

In the lounge of the complex there is a copy, print and scan machine present. You can make use of it for a fee.

Game corner

In the game corner you can prove you're the best at table tennis, darts or 8-ball. In addition, it is possible to connect your own game console to the large television screen in the lounge.

Courtyard

Enjoy your cup of coffee in a sheltered place? This is possible in the courtyard on one of the seats or hammocks. By planting special mosses, grasses and flowers, (certain) animal species can be attracted, such as birds and bees.

Indoor bicycle parking

There is a covered bicycle parking where you can park your bike. 

Laundromat

The Student Experience Laundromat is a self-service laundromat where you can use professional washing machines and dryers for a € 3 fee. Washing detergent is automatically added to every wash. Using your own detergent or cleaning products is not permitted because it causes stains in your laundry and can damage the machines.

An ironing board is also available in the laundromat. An iron can be borrowed at the reception.

Study room

Study without being distracted? The study room is a bright, open space where you can study peacefully. Co-Study Sessions are also held here, so you can focus optimally and have inspiring breaks with brain food, your neighbours and fun activities.

Meditation room

In the meditation room on the third floor you can do your favorite yoga poses or get zen with a meditation exercise.

Vending machine

Care for a snack? There are vending machines present where you can pick up a snack or something to drink.

TULU Smart rental unit

At the TULU smart rental unit, you can rent handy items such as a vacuum cleaner, game consoles, board games, and more! The contents of the TULU units vary per location, so go and check it out and find out which amazing items you can rent at your location! Download the TULU app to start. 

Sustainable living

Did you know that our Amstel location is completely modular? That means that it was built to be 'picked up' and moved somewhere else with minimal waste. But besides that, we have put several measures into place to make living here sustainable. With recycling and optimal energy acquisition, we make sure the carbon footprint of living here is minimized. What's more, our online platforms create a sharing community where social initiatives, recycling and sharing are the norm.

Gym

The gym is open every day from 7:00 am till 21:00 pm and equipped with modern fitness equipment from Technogym. Exercise here at your time of day!

Cinema room

Enjoy a relaxing movie night or watch an exciting sports game with friends or fellow residents. You can use the beamer to watch your favorite movie or sports game. All you have to do is bring drinks and popcorn!

What our residents are saying.

I think it's great living at Amsterdam Amstel, because of the new modern studios with my own bathroom and kitchen. And in the summer it is nice to sit in the garden (including hammocks).  

Margot
Amsterdam Amstel

There are some serious hoopers out here!

Leon
Amsterdam Amstel

I am happy that I live at Amsterdam Amstel. The surroundings are great and there is something to do every day. In addition, it broadens my social circle on every questionable level.  

Kim
Amsterdam Amstel

What I like the most about living at Student Experience are the many opportunities you have to meet wonderful people. From organized Co-Study Sessions to various events, it never gets boring.

Shisel
Amsterdam Amstel

The nice thing about living at Student Experience is that you can easily make contact with other students through the communal areas and activities that are organized here. 

Armine
Amsterdam Amstel

Frequently asked questions.

  • Housing allowance

    Applying for housing allowance is possible if you are 23 years or older and live at one of the following Student Experience locations: Amsterdam Zuidas, Amsterdam Amstel, Amsterdam NDSM, and Leiden (so not Amsterdam Minervahaven).

    In Leiden, 200 studios are prioritized for students over 18 and under 23. These studios have a rental price below the maximum so you can request housing allowance. You can check this here.

    Do you want to know how much housing allowance you are entitled to? You can perform a test calculation for this. This can be done directly with the Tax authorities by clicking here.

    When calculating the rent allowance, you must take the basic rent.

    In addition, there are eligible service costs that you can specify when applying for housing benefit. Eligible service costs are parts of the service costs that you may include in the calculation of your rent allowance. There is a maximum amount of €12 per part.

    The eligible service costs at Student Experience are:

    • Cleaning costs for common areas;
    • Energy costs for common areas (35% of total energy costs);
    • Caretaker costs.

    You will find the amounts in the overview at your service portal under “My monthly costs”.

    You can apply for rent subsidy directly with the Tax Authorities. Click here to start the process.

  • Minimal lease period

    Student Experience Amsterdam Minervahaven

    This location is a short-stay residence. This means that you can stay here for up to one year. The precise start date and stay period per studio can be found in the studio advertisement. You'll be moving into a fully furnished studio and have access to all the services this super sustainable location has to offer. Full-service living at its best!

    Student Experience Amsterdam Zuidas, Amsterdam Amstel, Amsterdam NDSM and Leiden

    The contract at these long-stay locations is for at least one year. After this year, the contract may be terminated with due observance of the notice period of one month. More information about altering or terminating your contract can be found in your service portal.

    Student Experience Madrid Pozuelo

    At this short-stay location, you can stay for a couple of nights, a semester, or a whole academic year! Whatever you like. The precise start date of the contract is stated in the studio advertisement. You can choose your end date while booking or change the end date during your stay if you want to stay longer.

     

  • Decoration and furnishing tips and tricks

    Have you been eyeing that beautiful laminate floor from Pinterest, or want to make popcorn in your own microwave? Create your own space easily with just a few adjustments. With these tips, you can efficiently furnish your studio without drilling.

    Extra kitchen space and microwave
    You can easily create extra space in a compact kitchen with a kitchen trolley. You can place a microwave on it, store your dishware, or brighten up your kitchen with herb plants.
    Tip: For optimal use of space, place the trolley next to the kitchen block or against the wall of the bathroom.

    Coat rack
    Do you want a coat rack in your studio? Please note that drilling is not permitted. Luckily, there are plenty of other options:

    • A standing coat rack
    • Door hanger
    • Self-adhesive hooks on the closet
    • Many stores sell these smart solutions: home and DIY stores, Blokker, and Action.

    Floor
    Would you like to make your studio your own by redoing the floor? This is possible if you're renting an unfurnished studio using laminate flooring. It is only permitted to be placed on top of the floor covering. When leaving your studio, you will have to return the floor to its original state. Pay attention to the thickness of the floor: we recommend a maximum thickness of 6 mm.

    Curtains
    Your own roller blinds or Luxaflex are stylish and convenient. There are handy tricks to install them. For example, clamp supports to ensure that you don't have to use a drill. These universal clamp supports are available at Kwantum.

    Find some more inspiration in this article.

     

  • Response overview

    Log in for an overview of your reactions to available studios.

  • Municipal taxes and levies

    Governmental taxes and charges are not service costs. After all, the landlord does not provide services for these. You will in any case receive an invoice for waste collection and water taxes.

    If your income is low, you can request remission for certain taxes and charges. On the website of the Tax Office of the Municipality of Amsterdam or Leiden you can read which taxes and levies you have to pay and how you can request a remission for this.

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Get in touch.

Is your answer not listed here? Go to our FAQ page or contact us. Do you want to contact the duty manager of your location directly? You can find his number at the reception of your location and in your service portal.

Email
info@studentexperience.com

Phone
Netherlands+31 (0)20 235 21 59Spain
+34 919 54 97 71

 Contact details for short stay (Madrid Pozuelo)
shortstay.madrid@studentexperience.com
+34 609 474 206