Keizersgracht 517N
Spiegelbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodA canal-side apartment with a classic Amsterdam feel
This apartment on the Keizersgracht sits in one of Amsterdam's most iconic streets. At 56 m² it's compact, but the energy label A means it's efficient and modernised. The asking price of €550,000 is 67% below the neighbourhood average of €1.6 million, partly because the home is smaller than the Spiegelbuurt norm, so it's a relatively accessible entry point for the area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price and size.
Spiegelbuurt: canals, culture and quiet streets
The Spiegelbuurt is a small, upmarket enclave within the Grachtengordel-Zuid. With 890 residents and a very high density of 9,550 addresses per km², it's urban living at its most concentrated. Most homes are pre-war (87.5%), and the area is popular with couples and singles, only 75 households have children. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures speak for themselves: it's a sought-after pocket of the city centre. Read more about the neighbourhood Spiegelbuurt.
Daily life on the Keizersgracht
For your morning bread, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there's an AH to go a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, IKC De Kleine Reus, is a five-minute walk, and the Barlaeus Gymnasium is also within easy walking distance. A park or public garden is a five-minute walk away, and the nearest restaurant is on your doorstep. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and practical amenities you'd expect from the capital.
Source and availability
At the time of writing the home is listed via Eefje Voogd Makelaardij and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
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About Keizersgracht 517N, Amsterdam
Is €550,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price is 67% below the Spiegelbuurt average of €1,648,105, but the apartment is also 59% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 138 m². At €9,821 per m², it's below the neighbourhood average of €15,481 per m², so it's priced keenly for what it is, a compact, energy-efficient home on a prime canal.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home is well-insulated and has low heating costs compared to older properties. In the Spiegelbuurt, 20% of homes have label A and 13.3% have A+ or better, so this apartment is above average in energy performance.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 2.5 km away. That's about a 30-minute walk or a short tram ride.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
The Spiegelbuurt has relatively few families, only 75 households with children out of 890 residents. Most households are singles (350) or couples without children (150). The area is quiet for a city centre, with a park within a five-minute walk and several schools nearby, including a primary school 482 m away.
How many apartments are for sale in the Spiegelbuurt?
At the time of writing, there are 19 apartments for sale in the Spiegelbuurt. Prices range from €399,000 to €4,250,000, with a median of €1,095,000. This apartment is at the lower end of that range, reflecting its smaller size.
What is the crime rate like in the Spiegelbuurt?
The total number of recorded crimes in the neighbourhood is 222. Given the high density and central location, this is moderate.
Statistics for Spiegelbuurt
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,648,105 | €1,095,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €15,481 | – |
| Rent price | €3,040 p/m | €3,250 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €33 p/m | – |
Statistics for Grachtengordel-Zuid
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,980,553 | €1,566,170 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €13,207 | – |
| Rent price | €3,939 p/m | €3,731 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €38 p/m | – |
Experiences from Amsterdam
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €834,169 | €704,951 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,941 | – |
| Rent price | €2,784 p/m | €2,628 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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Keizersgracht 517N, Amsterdam
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