Herengracht 437G
Leidsegracht-Zuid, Amsterdam
AreaA classic canal-side apartment
This rental apartment on Herengracht sits in the heart of Amsterdam's canal belt, a setting that feels distinctly historic. The building dates from 1905, and the home offers 54 m² of living space with an energy label B. At €1,412 per month, the rent sits well below the neighbourhood average, which makes it a keen option when you consider the [apartments in Amsterdam] market.
The Leidsegracht-Zuid neighbourhood
[The Leidsegracht-Zuid neighbourhood] is a compact pocket of the Grachtengordel, home to around 735 people. It is a predominantly adult area, with 58% of households being single-person and only 11% having children. The average household size is 1.6, and incomes tend to be on the higher side. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here comes from the statistics rather than personal accounts.
Life on the street
Daily life here revolves around the canal-side streets and their mix of shops and cafés. For groceries, an AH to go is just around the corner, with a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For schools, the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is a five-minute walk, and the Barlaeus Gymnasium is similarly close for secondary education. The [municipality of Amsterdam] provides the broader context of a city that is always busy, yet this particular stretch keeps a more intimate feel.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through 365Makelaardij and is also available via Pararius, so it is being marketed through several channels.
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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 Herengracht 437G, Amsterdam
Is €1,412 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,412 is well below the neighbourhood average of €4,288 and the median of €3,988. The average price per square metre in the area is €37.21, while this home works out at about €26.15 per square metre. Given the 54 m² floor area and the canal-side location, the rent is on the low side compared with what is typically asked in Leidsegracht-Zuid.
How does the floor area compare with other rentals in the neighbourhood?
At 54 m², this apartment is considerably smaller than the neighbourhood average of 127 m² for rental homes. That is about 57% below the average, which reflects the compact nature of this particular property. The smaller size is part of why the absolute rent is lower, even though the location is central and highly sought after.
What does the energy label B mean for this home?
Energy label B is an official registration recorded in the national energy label database. It indicates that the home has a relatively efficient energy performance compared with the least efficient labels. The label is a registration of the property's energy characteristics, and it does not by itself say anything about the condition of the building or its installations.
How quickly do rental homes in this neighbourhood go?
Rental homes in Leidsegracht-Zuid are let on average within 14 days, according to the neighbourhood housing market data. That is a fairly short period, which suggests there is steady demand for properties in this area. The current listing has been available through two channels, and the market here moves at a brisk pace.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
Leidsegracht-Zuid has about 735 residents, with a strong concentration of adults aged 25 to 45, who make up 45% of the population. Single-person households dominate at 58%, and only 11% of households have children. The average household size is 1.6, so this is an area that suits people living alone or as couples rather than families.
What amenities are within easy reach?
A large supermarket is 300 metres away, and there are several smaller shops even closer, including an AH to go at 380 metres and a Jumbo at 397 metres. For primary education, the nearest school is 1.1 km away, while secondary education is closer at 800 metres. A GP practice is 700 metres from the home, and a train station is 2.3 km away.
