Haarlemmerbuurt-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 17th-century apartment on one of Amsterdam's most picturesque canals feels like a step back in time, with original features and a generous 137 m² of space. The home is priced at €1,175,000, which is 29% above the neighbourhood average of €911,739, a premium that reflects its size and character. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its age and location.
Residents describe the neighbourhood Haarlemmerbuurt-West as cosy: "everything at hand, it's the centre, centrally located." Another calls it "a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in" with a good atmosphere and many amenities, though homeless people and tourists can cause nuisance and the area can feel unhygienic. Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 6.67 out of 10. It's a densely populated area with mostly smaller households, many singles, few families, and a lively, urban feel.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and Ekoplaza and Jumbo are just around the corner. Schools are close too: Vinse School (secondary) is a couple of streets away, and de Burght primary school is a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and practical amenities you'd expect from the capital, with restaurants and parks within easy reach.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Huispedia and ME Makelaars B.V., so you can find it through several channels.
Details of this home
Brouwersgracht 188C, Amsterdam
Satisfactory · 2 residents
everything at hand, it's the centre, centrally located
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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About Brouwersgracht 188C, Amsterdam
The asking price is 29% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€911,739), but the apartment is also 44% larger than the average (95 m²). Given its size, historic character, and canal location, the premium is not unusual for a property of this type in central Amsterdam.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have label C, and 28.6% have label A. A C label means moderate energy efficiency, you can expect reasonable heating costs, but not as low as a modern home.
The nearest train station is 1.6 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. That's convenient for trips to other parts of the city or beyond.
The neighbourhood recorded 316 total crimes, which is relatively high for a central area. Residents mention nuisance from homeless people and tourists, but also note a good atmosphere. It's a busy urban neighbourhood with all the vibrancy that brings.
There are 23 apartments for sale in Haarlemmerbuurt-West, with prices ranging from €400,000 to €2,850,000. The average asking price per m² is €9,765, so this home's price per m² (€8,577) is actually below the neighbourhood average.
The neighbourhood has many singles (950 one-person households) and few families with children (210). The average household size is 1.5. It's popular with professionals and couples who want to be in the centre.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Haarlemmerbuurt-West
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