Burgwallen-Oost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 65 m² apartment on the Oudezijds Achterburgwal sits in one of the city's most iconic streets. Built in 1767, it carries the character of the Golden Age, with a C energy label that is typical for a home of this era. At €550,000, the asking price is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €917,455, making it a notably keen entry into the market for apartments in Amsterdam.
This is Amsterdam's oldest quarter, with a very high density of 7,670 addresses per km². The neighbourhood has 1,675 residents, mostly young adults (25-45) and singles, 820 one-person households. It's a place where life spills onto the streets, with restaurants just around the corner and a supermarket on your doorstep. One resident says: "It's incredibly central, everything is within walking distance." Another notes: "The canals are beautiful, but it can be busy with tourists." The neighbourhood Burgwallen-Oost is a unique mix of history and urban buzz.
For your morning bread, Dirk is just around the corner, and SPAR and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. The St. Antoniusschool primary school is a five-minute walk, and De Witte Olifant is about the same distance. The municipality Amsterdam offers everything from museums to parks, though the nearest park is a ten-minute walk away.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including REMAX Totaal Makelaars.
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Oudezijds Achterburgwal 152C, Amsterdam
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About Oudezijds Achterburgwal 152C, Amsterdam
The asking price of €550,000 is 40% below the average neighbourhood asking price of €917,455. However, the apartment is also 26% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 88 m². Given the central location and historic character, the price is on the keen side for a 65 m² apartment in this area.
The energy label is C, which is reasonable for a building from 1767. It means the home has some insulation but is not as efficient as modern builds.
The nearest train station is 1.0 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for trips to other parts of the Netherlands.
Dirk is just 189 metres away, SPAR at 256 metres, and Albert Heijn at 261 metres. All are within a few minutes' walk, so daily shopping is very easy.
Yes, St. Antoniusschool is 381 metres away, De Witte Olifant at 524 metres, and de Burght at 804 metres. All are within a comfortable walking distance.
The area recorded 751 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high due to the dense, tourist-heavy centre. However, many residents appreciate the lively atmosphere and central location.
Currently, 22 apartments are for sale in Burgwallen-Oost, with prices ranging from €299,000 to €2,850,000. The median price is €737,500, so this apartment is below the median.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Burgwallen-Oost