Spiegelbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on the Keizersgracht sits in one of Amsterdam's most iconic stretches. Built in 1680, it carries the Golden Age character you'd expect from the Grachtengordel. At 112 m² and with an energy label D, it's a spacious but not ultra-efficient home. The asking price of €975,000 is 41% below the neighbourhood average of €1,648,105, which makes it a keen entry into the Spiegelbuurt market. For context, that's well under the median of €1,095,000 for apartments in Amsterdam.
The Spiegelbuurt is a tiny, exclusive enclave between the Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht, known for its antique shops and art galleries. With just 890 residents, it feels intimate. Most households are singles (350 out of 614), and the average household size is 1.6. It's a quiet, grown-up neighbourhood, few children, many professionals. The neighbourhood Spiegelbuurt has a very high density of addresses (9,550 per km²), so you're never far from a café or boutique, yet the canals keep the noise down. No resident reviews are available for this area.
For your morning bread, an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away. The Barlaeus Gymnasium, a respected secondary school, is a five-minute walk, and the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is also within easy reach. The municipality Amsterdam provides all the urban amenities you'd expect, from museums to parks, the nearest park or garden is a five-minute walk. A train station is a ten-minute walk away, and the city centre is on your doorstep.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Interhouse Makelaars Amsterdam on Vastgoed Nederland and on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
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Keizersgracht 483B, Amsterdam
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About Keizersgracht 483B, Amsterdam
The asking price is 41% below the average asking price in Spiegelbuurt (€1,648,105) and also below the median of €1,095,000. Given that the average sold price in the area is €871,889, this listing is priced keenly. However, the energy label D and the 1680 construction year mean you may face higher energy costs and maintenance needs.
Spiegelbuurt is a small, upscale neighbourhood on the canals, known for its antique shops and art galleries. It's quiet and predominantly populated by singles and couples without children. The area is very dense, so you have plenty of amenities nearby, but the canals provide a sense of tranquillity. It's a sought-after location for those who appreciate culture and history.
The home has an energy label D, which is below average for the neighbourhood, 33.3% of homes in Spiegelbuurt have label A or A+. Label D means you can expect higher heating costs compared to more modern or better-insulated homes. Given the 1680 construction, improvements like double glazing or insulation may be worth considering, but the listing does not specify any upgrades.
Within a ten-minute walk you'll find the Barlaeus Gymnasium (a secondary school, 445 m away), IKC De Kleine Reus (primary, 605 m), and the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan (primary, 651 m). There are also several other schools within a short distance, making it a convenient location for families with school-age children.
The closest supermarket is an AH to go at 315 m, just around the corner. A full-size Albert Heijn is 454 m away, and a Jumbo is 507 m. So daily groceries are easily within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 2.5 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. Given the central location, most of the city is accessible on foot or by bike.
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