A canal-side rental in the heart of Amsterdam
This apartment on the Brouwersgracht sits in one of Amsterdam's most atmospheric corners, with the classic canal houses and cobbled streets that define the city's historic centre. This listing does not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €2,950 per month, the rent sits 17% above the neighbourhood average of €2,524, which puts it on the high side for the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam in general command a premium, and this one is no exception.
Haarlemmerbuurt-West
The Haarlemmerbuurt-West neighbourhood is a compact, lively pocket of the city centre. Based on two reviews, residents describe it as "cosy" and "a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in," with "a good atmosphere and many amenities." One resident notes that "everything at hand, it's the centre, centrally located," while another mentions that "homeless people and tourists do regularly cause nuisance and the fact that the neighbourhood is unhygienic." The area is home to many single-person households, and the average household size is small, reflecting the central, urban character.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For school runs, the Vinse School for secondary education is a five-minute walk, while Basisschool Westerpark and Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden are both within a ten-minute walk. The train station is 1.6 km away, making it a manageable walk or a short cycle for longer journeys. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the cultural and practical amenities you would expect from the capital.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Dutch Housing Centre B.V. - Certified Expat Broker and one other channel.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Brouwersgracht 280-2, Amsterdam
Is €2,950 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 17% above the neighbourhood average of €2,524, so it is on the high side for Haarlemmerbuurt-West. The average rent per square metre in the area is €32.55, and with 80 m², the asking price works out to about €36.88 per m². Whether that is justified depends on the home's condition, which the listing does not detail.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.6 km away, which is roughly a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. The exact station is not named in the listing, but the distance is manageable for regular commuters.
What are the nearest supermarkets?
The Ekoplaza is just 104 metres away, making it the closest option for organic groceries. An Albert Heijn is 201 metres away, and a Jumbo is 467 metres away. For a wider choice, there are 153 supermarkets within 5 km, so you will never be far from a shop.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The Vinse School, a secondary school, is 463 metres away. For primary education, Basisschool Westerpark is 528 metres away, and Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is 577 metres away. Several other primary schools are within a 10-minute walk, including Basisschool De Bron at 705 metres.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents describe Haarlemmerbuurt-West as cosy and pleasant, with a good atmosphere and many amenities. One review highlights that everything is at hand because it is the centre. Another notes that homeless people and tourists can cause nuisance and that the area can feel unhygienic at times. It is a lively, central neighbourhood with a mix of positives and drawbacks.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Dutch Housing Centre B.V. - Certified Expat Broker has published only the street and price on the listing.
