Keizersgracht 579H
Vijzelstraatbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA canal-side classic in the heart of Amsterdam
This apartment sits on the Keizersgracht, one of Amsterdam's most famous canals, in the Vijzelstraatbuurt. The area is part of the Grachtengordel-Zuid district, a UNESCO-listed stretch of the city centre. With its 1919 facade and classic proportions, this home carries the character of the old city while being surrounded by the everyday bustle of the Negen Straatjes and the Utrechtsestraat. At €945,000, the asking price is keen compared with the average asking price of €2,767,615 for apartments in Amsterdam.
A home with classic proportions
This apartment spans a single floor and offers three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 105 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 101 m². The home has a volume of 380 m³ and is heated by a central heating boiler. Built in 1919, it carries an energy label C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs for a home of this age.
Life in the Vijzelstraatbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.37, based on 256 reviews. One resident describes the area as "extremely nice and cozy," noting "lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another says: "It's calm, safe and green, and although it could still improve and could get more support from the local government, it's still affordable (compared to the rest of the city) and constantly changing for the better." The neighbourhood itself counts 1,390 residents, with a large share of single-person households at 59 percent.
Daily life around the corner
Groceries are never far: an Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with an AH to go just around the corner and another Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For primary education, IKC De Kleine Reus is a five-minute walk, while Barlaeus Gymnasium for secondary education is also within walking distance. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk de Wetering and Alphega Apotheek Koek, Schaeffer & van Tijen are both just around the corner. Bus lines N82, N83 and N88 stop at Muntplein a couple of streets away, and trams 2, 17 and 24 run from Keizersgracht and Koningsplein. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk from the front door, and the OLVG hospital at location Oost is within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 is €907,000, and the asking price sits 4 percent above that figure. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose 13 percent, from €805,000 to €907,000. As for the address itself, road traffic noise is measured at 58 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication for this area is medium, and the climate data shows a low current flood risk, a medium heat stress level now, and an elevated heat stress projection for 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Offered via two channels
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Nieuw Amsterdams Huys.
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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 Keizersgracht 579H, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €945,000 is 4 percent above the WOZ value of €907,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose 13 percent, from €805,000 to €907,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment spans one floor and contains three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 105 m², while the BAG registration records 101 m². The volume of the home is 380 m³. It is heated by a central heating boiler.
What energy label does this home have?
The home carries energy label C. For a property built in 1919, this means you can expect moderate energy costs. The label reflects the official registration and gives an indication of how energy-efficient the home is, but it does not say anything about the condition of the construction itself.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The property was built before 1970, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone, with 100 percent of buildings constructed before 1970.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 58 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail traffic noise is 37 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 45 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data on the address level and reflect the surrounding area.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn is within 178 metres, essentially on your doorstep. An AH to go is at 352 metres, and another Albert Heijn at 462 metres. A SPAR is at 482 metres. In total, there are 153 supermarkets within five kilometres of this address.
What schools are close to this home?
IKC De Kleine Reus, a primary school, is 370 metres away. Barlaeus Gymnasium, a secondary school, is at 498 metres. ASVO primary school is at 754 metres, and Cornelis Vrijschool voor Basisonderwijs at 904 metres. There are 213 schools within five kilometres in total.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus lines N82, N83 and N88 stop at Muntplein, 230 metres away. Trams 2, 17 and 24 run from both Keizersgracht at 378 metres and Koningsplein at 418 metres. Amsterdam Centraal station is 1,751 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.37, based on 256 reviews. One resident calls the area "extremely nice and cozy," mentioning the amenities, parks, shopping areas and bars. Another resident, who has lived there for over six years, describes it as "calm, safe and green" and notes it has changed for the better in recent years.
How does the price per square metre compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre is €9,000, based on the agent's listed living area of 105 m². The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €10,945. The asking price itself sits 66 percent below the neighbourhood average asking price of €2,767,615.
