Vijzelstraatbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 135 m² apartment on Kerkstraat sits in the heart of the Grachtengordel, with high ceilings and large windows that flood the rooms with light. At €1,250,000, the asking price is 47% above the neighbourhood average of €847,500, but the floor area is 38% larger than the typical 98 m² in the area, so you are paying for extra space. Compared to other apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its generous proportions and A-label energy efficiency.
The Vijzelstraatbuurt neighbourhood is one of Amsterdam's most central residential areas, with a mix of historic buildings and modern shops. The area has a very high address density (9,317 per km²) and an urbanity level of 1, meaning it is intensely urban. Most homes here were built before 1945 (92.9%), and two-thirds have an A energy label. The population is diverse: many singles (565 one-person households) and a fair share of over-65s (260), with relatively few children. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood.
Your morning coffee is just 100 metres away at a café on the corner, and the nearest Albert Heijn is on your doorstep. For organic groceries, Ekoplaza is a five-minute walk. Primary schools include IKC De Kleine Reus and ASVO, while Barlaeus Gymnasium is a secondary school. The area is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which offers extensive cultural and recreational amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Carla van den Brink B.V. The agent has published full details, including the energy label and floor area.
Details of this home
Kerkstraat 266-3, Amsterdam
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About Kerkstraat 266-3, Amsterdam
The asking price is 47% above the neighbourhood average of €847,500, but this apartment is also 38% larger than the average 98 m² in the area. Recent sales in the neighbourhood averaged €1,258,482, which is very close to the asking price. Given the size, central location, and A energy label, the price is in line with what similar properties have recently sold for.
Homes in this neighbourhood sell quickly, the average time on the market is 19 days. This suggests a fast-moving market where well-priced properties attract buyers soon after listing.
The apartment has an energy label A, which is very efficient. This means heating costs are relatively low and the home meets modern insulation standards. In the neighbourhood, 66.7% of homes have label A, so this property is in line with the local norm.
The nearest Albert Heijn is just 82 metres away on the same street, so daily groceries are literally on your doorstep. Another Albert Heijn is 342 metres away, and an Ekoplaza organic supermarket is 424 metres away.
Primary schools within walking distance include IKC De Kleine Reus (212 m) and ASVO (550 m). For secondary education, Barlaeus Gymnasium is 576 metres away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
The nearest train station is 2.48 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short tram ride. The area is well served by trams and buses.
The neighbourhood recorded 263 total crimes in the latest data. As a very central urban area with high density, some crime is expected, but the canal belt is generally considered a safe and well-maintained part of Amsterdam.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Vijzelstraatbuurt
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