A canal-side apartment in the heart of Amsterdam
This apartment on Oudeschans 60C sits in the Nieuwmarkt area, one of Amsterdam's most historic quarters. The building dates from 1983, and the home carries an energy label C. With a living area of 58 m², the last known asking price of €595,000 worked out at €10,259 per m². That price sat 34% below the average asking price of €900,000 for apartments in Amsterdam, which put it on the low side compared with the local market. This home has not been online since 15 September 2026.
The apartment itself
The listing gave no details on the layout, number of rooms, or any outdoor space. What is clear is that the home was built in 1983 and has an energy label C. The living area is 58 m² according to the BAG registration. The agent did not provide additional specifications, so the interior arrangement remained unknown.
Life around the Nieuwmarkt
Residents of the wider district give their surroundings an average score of 7.91, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood, people look out for each other." Another describes it as "a nice quiet neighbourhood and contact with the surroundings is also pleasant." The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density. Around 71% of households here are single-person, and the population skews older, with 31% aged 65 or over. The neighbourhood itself is compact and lively, with the historic Nieuwmarkt square at its heart. For a sense of what the Nieuwmarkt neighbourhood is like day to day, the reviews paint a picture of a friendly, close-knit community.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, with Albert Heijn just around the corner. De Witte Olifant primary school is a couple of streets away, and the nearest GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk Oudemans, is just around the corner too. The BENU pharmacy is a five-minute walk. Metro stop Nieuwmarkt is just around the corner, served by lines 51, 53 and 54, and Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The wider municipality of Amsterdam offers everything else you might need.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. Area-level risk data indicates road traffic noise at 56 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while rail and aircraft noise remain below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though 71% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, as is current flood risk, with flood risk expected to drop to low by 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via ME Makelaars B.V. The listing did not include details on the interior layout or any additional features.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Oudeschans 60C, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €595,000 was 34% below the average asking price of €900,000 for homes at the time for sale in the Nieuwmarkt area. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood was €10,362, while this home was listed at €10,259 per m² based on the BAG living area of 58 m². The homes at the time available range from €525,000 to €1,200,000.
What is known about the layout of this apartment?
The listing did not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor did it mention any garden, balcony, or other outdoor space. The living area is 58 m² according to the BAG registration.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
The listing for this apartment on Oudeschans 60C did not include information about the layout, number of rooms, or any installations. The only property facts given are the year of construction (1983), the energy label (C), and the living area of 58 m².
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The home has an energy label C. This was a mid-range label, meaning energy costs would be moderate compared with the most efficient homes, but lower than those with the least efficient labels. The listing did not mention any specific insulation features, heating installations, or solar panels, so the exact energy performance cannot be assessed beyond the label itself.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider district give their surroundings an average score of 7.91 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood, people look out for each other." Another describes it as "a nice quiet neighbourhood and contact with the surroundings is also pleasant." These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not specifically the Nieuwmarkt neighbourhood itself.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Area-level data indicates road traffic noise at 56 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Rail noise is measured at 46 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 45 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at this specific property.
What is the flood and climate risk for this location?
The area-level climate indication for pluvial flooding is medium, and the current flood risk is also medium. By 2050, the flood risk is expected to be low. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific home.
Which supermarkets and schools are nearby?
Ekoplaza is on your doorstep at 229 metres, with Albert Heijn at 237 metres and another Albert Heijn at 293 metres. De Witte Olifant primary school is 138 metres away, and St. Antoniusschool is at 229 metres. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Oudemans, is 168 metres away, and the BENU pharmacy is 381 metres from the home.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
Metro stop Nieuwmarkt is 143 metres away, served by lines 51, 53 and 54. Waterlooplein metro and tram stop is at 394 metres with lines 14, 51, 53, 54 and several night buses. Tram stop Mr. Visserplein is 408 metres away on line 14. Amsterdam Centraal train station is 890 metres from the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. However, the area is a KCAF attention zone, with 71% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home's foundation.
