Langestraat en omgeving, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 170 m² apartment on the Keizersgracht sits in one of Amsterdam's most iconic stretches. Built in 1726, it blends 18th-century character with a modern energy label C. At €1,500,000, the price is in line with the neighbourhood median, and the home is 27% larger than the average in the area. For context, that's a generous floor plan compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
This is the heart of the Grachtengordel-West, a UNESCO-listed area with narrow streets, historic buildings and a lively mix of residents. The neighbourhood Langestraat e.o. has 1,920 inhabitants, mostly one-person households (680) and couples without children (330). It's a very urban setting with 9,771 addresses per km². No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the data: a dense, central area with a high proportion of pre-war housing (97%).
Your daily routine here is shaped by the canal and the city bustle. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For school runs, de Burght primary school is on your doorstep, and Vinse School for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers everything from museums to parks, though the nearest park is a ten-minute walk.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Keizerskroon Makelaars and Keizerskroon Makelaars - Certified Expat Broker.
Details of this home
Keizersgracht 86B, Amsterdam
Data from Langestraat en omgeving
Data from Langestraat en omgeving
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About Keizersgracht 86B, Amsterdam
The asking price of €1,500,000 matches the neighbourhood median exactly. The average price per m² in the area is €11,504, and this home is 27% larger than the typical apartment (134 m²), so you're getting more space for the same median price. That makes it a fair deal compared to other listings in Langestraat e.o.
The energy label is C, which is reasonable for a 1726 building. It means the home has some insulation and double glazing, but heating costs will be moderate. In the neighbourhood, 42% of homes have a label D or lower, so C is above average for the area.
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, about a 15,20 minute walk or a short tram ride.
There are several schools within walking distance. De Burght primary school is 225 m away, and Vinse School for secondary education is 389 m. Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam (primary) is 463 m, and Het Cartesius Lyceum (secondary) is 727 m. All are within a comfortable stroll.
Currently, 25 apartments are listed for sale in Langestraat e.o., with prices ranging from €225,000 to €3,950,000. The average price is €1,483,960, and the median is €1,500,000. In the past year, 68 homes were sold, with an average selling time of 40 days.
The area recorded 156 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for such a dense urban centre. It's a busy tourist and residential area, so you'll find a mix of activity. Specific crime types are not detailed in the listing.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Langestraat en omgeving