Leliegracht en omgeving, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Herengracht sits in one of Amsterdam's most iconic stretches. Built in 1738, it has a modern energy label A, a rare combination of historic character and efficiency. At €1,250,000, the asking price is 15% below the neighbourhood average of €1,466,161, making it a keen entry into the Grachtengordel. For context, that's well under the average per-square-metre price of €13,231 in this area. Compare it with other apartments in Amsterdam and you'll see this is a sharp price for a 107 m² home on the Herengracht.
The neighbourhood Leliegracht e.o. is a tight-knit urban village within the canal belt. With 1,875 residents and a very high density of 10,993 addresses per km², it's one of the busiest parts of the city. Most homes are pre-war (95% built before 1945), and the area is popular with singles, 840 one-person households out of 1,275 total. Families with children number just 125, so the vibe is more about professionals and couples. No resident reviews are available for this street, but the figures paint a picture of a lively, historic neighbourhood.
Your morning bread run is just around the corner: an Albert Heijn is 349 metres away, and another is 378 metres. For a quick bite, an AH to go is 390 metres. School runs are easy too: primary school de Burght is a couple of streets away, and the Theo Thijssenschool is a five-minute walk. Secondary options include Vinse School and Het Cartesius Lyceum. The municipality Amsterdam keeps the canals clean and the streets lively, you're in the thick of it here.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including De Plantage Makelaars.
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Herengracht 116L, Amsterdam
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About Herengracht 116L, Amsterdam
The asking price is 15% below the neighbourhood average of €1,466,161, and also below the average per m² of €13,231. Given the 107 m² size, energy label A, and prime canal location, it appears keenly priced compared to other listings in Leliegracht e.o.
Energy label A means the home is very efficient, so heating and electricity bills should be relatively low. This is unusual for a 1738 building, most homes in the area (48%) have labels D or lower, so this is a clear advantage.
Leliegracht e.o. is densely populated and historic, with mostly pre-war buildings. It's popular with singles and couples. You have supermarkets within a few minutes' walk, and several primary and secondary schools nearby. The area has a high number of restaurants and a park within a ten-minute walk.
The nearest train station is 1.8 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short tram ride.
In the most recent data, 271 total crimes were recorded in the neighbourhood. Given the high population density and central location, this is not unusual for a city centre. The area is generally considered safe, but as with any urban centre, it pays to be aware.
There are 31 apartments currently for sale in Leliegracht e.o., with prices ranging from €435,000 to €9,750,000. The median price is €975,000, so this apartment is above median but below the average, reflecting its size and location.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Leliegracht en omgeving
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