Lijnbaansgracht 131HS
Elandsgrachtbuurt · 1016 VV Amsterdam
A canal-side home in the heart of the Jordaan
This apartment sits on the Lijnbaansgracht, right in the middle of the lively Jordaan district. The Elandsgrachtbuurt is one of those classic Amsterdam neighbourhoods where old canals, quirky shops and cosy pubs all mix together. With a last known asking price of €450,000, this home was priced well below the average asking price of €1,079,851 for apartments in Amsterdam. This home has not been online since 15 September 2026.
A home from 1917
Built in 1917, this apartment has a living area of 54 square metres according to the BAG registration. What is clear is that this is a compact home in a building that has stood for over a century.
The Elandsgrachtbuurt, a piece of Amsterdam
Residents give this neighbourhood an average score of 8.79, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I think the Elandsgracht neighbourhood is great, actually the Jordaan too. Lots of familiar faces so everyone is somewhat known to each other." Another adds: "This neighbourhood is really a piece of Amsterdam. Old canals, a bit messy, but cosy." The area has a strong sense of community, with many small shops and eateries nearby. Around 67% of households here are single-person households, and the average household size is 1.5 people. This is a neighbourhood with a real mix of everything, from history to everyday life. For more on the area, see the Elandsgrachtbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are never far away, with a Dirk supermarket just around the corner and an Ekoplaza and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For primary education, Basisschool Dr. Rijk Kramer and the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan are both within a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk A'dam Doctors, a ten-minute walk from the home, while the BENU Apotheek Rozengracht is just around the corner. Public transport is excellent, with tram lines 5 and 13 stopping at Rozengracht on your doorstep, and bus lines 80, 357 and 397 at Busstation Elandsgracht a couple of streets away. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. This is all part of the municipality of Amsterdam. At the address level, the noise from road traffic is measured at 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway and aircraft noise are both below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication for this area is medium, as the building dates from before 1970 and 60% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. For climate, the indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk is low. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via ME Makelaars B.V.
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About Lijnbaansgracht 131HS, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €450,000 was 58% below the average asking price of €1,079,851 for homes in the Elandsgrachtbuurt. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €9,570, while this home was listed at €8,333 per square metre based on the BAG living area of 54 m². The median asking price in the area was €795,000.
What is the living area of this apartment?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 54 square metres. The agent had not provided an alternative figure, so this was the only stated measurement. The average living area for homes in the neighbourhood is 121 square metres, making this apartment 55% smaller than the neighbourhood average.
Why was there no energy label in the listing?
The agent had not published this information, so it was not possible to say anything about the energy efficiency of this home. The address itself is complete, so the location and neighbourhood data are accurate.
What is the noise situation around this address?
The road traffic noise at this address is measured at 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 47 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this area is medium. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and 60% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and climate risks for this address?
The indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and remains low for 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this property.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
A Dirk supermarket is just around the corner at 283 metres. An Ekoplaza is at 351 metres, and there are three Albert Heijn stores within 432 metres. In total, there are 149 supermarkets within five kilometres, so grocery shopping is very convenient from this location.
What schools are near this apartment?
Basisschool Dr. Rijk Kramer is 302 metres away and the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is 360 metres away, both primary schools within a five-minute walk. OBS Leonardo da Vinci is at 423 metres and Daltonschool De Waterkant at 584 metres. There are 218 schools within five kilometres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The tram stop Rozengracht is on your doorstep at 91 metres, served by tram lines 5 and 13. The bus stop Amsterdam, Rozengracht is at 77 metres with lines 80 and N80. Busstation Elandsgracht is 268 metres away with lines 80, 357 and 397. Amsterdam Centraal train station is 1.8 kilometres away.
What do residents say about living in the Elandsgrachtbuurt?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.79 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Cosy neighbourhood with familiar faces" and another describes it as "a piece of Amsterdam" with old canals and a real mix of shops and pubs. One resident notes that tourists are visible but not bothersome, and that they feel quite safe despite the crowds.
What is the demographic makeup of this neighbourhood?
The Elandsgrachtbuurt has 4,310 residents, with 67% living in single-person households. The average household size is 1.5 people. The largest age group is 25 to 45 year olds at 37%, followed by 45 to 65 year olds at 25%. Only 11% of households have children.
How many homes were at the time for sale in this neighbourhood?
There were 37 homes at the time available in the Elandsgrachtbuurt, with asking prices ranging from €350,000 to €4,650,000. In the past period, 223 homes were sold at an average price of €852,870, with an average time on the market of 55 days.
