A classic Jordaan apartment with a roof terrace
This first-floor apartment sits on the Lindengracht, a quiet street in the heart of Amsterdam's Jordaan. The Driehoekbuurt is one of those classic Amsterdam neighbourhoods where the streets feel alive and the canals are never far away. With a price of €550,000, this home is on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which sits at €869,071. That puts it 37% below the neighbourhood average, though the living area of 54 m² is 27% smaller than the typical 74 m². For context, the asking price is in line with the median for apartments in Amsterdam.
Inside the home
Built in 1931, this apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom spread over a single floor. The living area is 54 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing, with a volume of 182 m³. There is a roof terrace, which is a lovely bonus in this part of the city. The home is fully owned, so there is no leasehold to worry about. According to the agent, the insulation consists of partial double glazing and floor insulation, and the heating runs on a central heating boiler. The energy label is C.
Life in the Driehoekbuurt
The Driehoekbuurt is a compact, lively corner of the Jordaan with a real sense of community. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 8.82 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "There's only one Jordaan! I was born and raised in this neighbourhood. I wouldn't want to swap this neighbourhood for any other district in Amsterdam." Another adds: "In this neighbourhood you will find a mixed population. Old and young, rich and less rich. But still we make sure among ourselves that the neighbourhood remains safe." The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density, and most homes here date from before 1945. For a closer look at what the area offers, the Driehoekbuurt neighbourhood page has more detail.
Amenities and getting around
The daily routine is well covered here. Jumbo is on your doorstep, with Albert Heijn just around the corner and another Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For schools, the Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam is a five-minute walk, and the Vinse School for secondary education is just a bit further. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk A'dam Doctors, is a ten-minute walk, while the Service Apotheek Jordaan pharmacy is just around the corner. For public transport, the Nieuwe Willemsstraat stop is just around the corner with tram lines 13, 18 and 21, and Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €493,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price sits 12% above that WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 29%, from €383,000 to €493,000. As for the address itself, the road traffic noise level is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are both below their standards. The foundation risk indication for this area is medium, and the pluvial flooding risk is medium, with a low flood risk currently and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, both through De Plantage Makelaars.
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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 Lindengracht 168-1, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €550,000 is 12% above the WOZ value of €493,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 29%, from €383,000 to €493,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 54 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing, with a volume of 182 m³. There is also a roof terrace. The home is fully owned, so there is no leasehold.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent notes that the home has partial double glazing and floor insulation, and heating runs on a central heating boiler. The label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this area is medium. This is based on public data at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1931, and the area is flagged as a KCAF attention zone, with 100% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise level is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 44 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 46 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data for the area and are not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Jumbo is on your doorstep at about 145 metres, and there are two Albert Heijn stores within a short walk, at 256 and 394 metres. An Ekoplaza is also nearby at 418 metres. With 153 supermarkets within five kilometres, you will never be far from a grocery shop.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam, a primary school, is about 416 metres away. For secondary education, the Vinse School is at 421 metres and Het Cartesius Lyceum at 534 metres. There are also several other primary schools within walking distance, including de Burght and Basisschool De Bron.
How is the public transport in this area?
The Nieuwe Willemsstraat stop is about 234 metres away, served by tram lines 13, 18 and 21. The Nassaukade stop with line 5 is at 335 metres, and Marnixplein with lines 5, 13, 18 and 21 is at 413 metres. Amsterdam Centraal station is about 1.2 kilometres away.
What do residents say about the wider district?
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 8.82 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "There's only one Jordaan! I was born and raised in this neighbourhood. I wouldn't want to swap this neighbourhood for any other district in Amsterdam." Another mentions the mixed population and the sense of community.
What is the asking price per square metre?
The asking price per square metre is €10,185, based on the agent's listing of 54 m². The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €11,131, so this home is priced below that average. The median asking price in the area is €550,000, which matches this asking price.
