A calm spot in the heart of the Jordaan
This apartment sits on the Brouwersgracht, a quiet street in the middle of the Jordaan, one of Amsterdam's most beloved districts. The home was built in 1990 and carries an efficient energy label A. At €650,000, the asking price is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €871,401. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the area is €10,507, while this home is listed at €7,927 per square metre. If you are looking for [apartments in Amsterdam]( /koopwoningen/amsterdam/appartementen/ ), this one stands out for its price.
Inside the apartment
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed at 82 square metres, while the BAG registration records 76 square metres. The home has a balcony and is located on the first living floor. It is fully owned, has double glazing and a central heating boiler. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €332.56.
Life in the Driehoekbuurt
Residents of the wider district, which includes the Jordaan, give their living environment a high average score of 8.82, based on six reviews. One resident says: "There's only one Jordaan! I was born and raised in this neighbourhood. I wouldn't want to swap this neighbourhood for any other district in Amsterdam." Another adds: "In this neighbourhood you will find a mixed population. Old and young, rich and less rich. But still we make sure among ourselves that the neighbourhood remains safe." The district has about 2,730 inhabitants, and most households are single-person (68%). The neighbourhood itself is known as [the Driehoekbuurt neighbourhood]( /buurt/driehoekbuurt-amsterdam/ ), a small enclave within the Jordaan.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For primary education, Basisschool Westerpark is a couple of streets away, and Vinse School for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The pharmacy, Service Apotheek Mouw & Kruysse, is just around the corner, while the nearest GP practice, Medisch Kwartier, is a ten-minute walk. Tram and bus stops at Haarlemmerplein are just around the corner, with lines 13, 18, 21, 22 and night services. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away, and [the municipality of Amsterdam]( /gemeente/amsterdam/ ) offers all the cultural and practical amenities you could want.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home was set at €684,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price of €650,000 is 5% below this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 11%, from €619,000 to €684,000. As for the area, the noise levels from road, rail and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication for the area is low, though 57% of buildings in this postcode area were built before 1970. The climate indications for the area show an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, a low current flood risk, and a medium heat stress level that is expected to rise. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
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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.
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About Brouwersgracht 859, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €650,000 is 25% below the average asking price in the Driehoekbuurt, which is €871,401. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €10,507, while this apartment is listed at €7,927 per square metre. The price verdict is 'keen', meaning it is priced below the neighbourhood average. This is a factual comparison based on current listings in the area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed at 82 square metres, while the BAG registration records 76 square metres. There is a balcony, and the home is located on the first living floor. The property is fully owned and has double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €684,000. The asking price of €650,000 is 5% below this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 11%, from €619,000 in 2020 to €684,000 in 2025. The WOZ value is a municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
The noise levels from road traffic, rail traffic and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The road traffic noise is 47 dB Lden, rail traffic is 48 dB Lden, and air traffic is 45 dB Lden, all measured in recent years. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this area is low. However, 57% of buildings in this postcode area were built before 1970, which is a factor in foundation risk assessments. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific property. The home itself was built in 1990.
What are the climate risks for this location?
The climate indications for this area show an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, a low current flood risk, and a medium heat stress level that is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications based on the Klimaateffectatlas, not predictions for this specific home. They describe the general situation in the surrounding area.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The Ekoplaza is just 151 metres away, an Albert Heijn is 207 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is 416 metres away. A Jumbo is 470 metres away. With 153 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Basisschool Westerpark, a primary school, is 466 metres away. Vinse School, a secondary school, is 522 metres away. Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is 626 metres away, and Basisschool De Bron is 639 metres away. All are within a short walk or bike ride from the home.
How is the public transport in this area?
The tram and bus stop Haarlemmerplein is 202 metres away, with lines 13, 18, 21, 22 and night services. The Nieuwe Willemsstraat stop is 238 metres away with lines 13, 18 and 21. Amsterdam Centraal train station is 1.3 kilometres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district, which includes the Jordaan, give their living environment an average score of 8.82 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "There's only one Jordaan!" and praises the shops and markets within walking distance. Another mentions the mixed population and the sense of community. These reviews describe the district, not specifically the Driehoekbuurt.
