Oudezijds Voorburgwal 153A
Burgwallen-Oost, Amsterdam
AreaA grand apartment on the historic Oudezijds Voorburgwal
This is a truly special home: a 267 m² apartment in a 1753 canal house, right in the heart of Amsterdam. The price of €1,895,000 is well above the neighbourhood average of €917,455, but that reflects the exceptional size, the floor area is 203% larger than the typical 88 m² in Burgwallen-Oost. For context, see apartments in Amsterdam.
Burgwallen-Oost: the historic centre
Burgwallen-Oost is the oldest part of Amsterdam, packed with history, canals and landmarks. It's a very urban area with 7,670 addresses per km², mostly single-person households (820 out of 1,675 residents). There are few families with children (100), and the average household size is just 1.4. The neighbourhood has a high number of recorded incidents (751 total), typical for a busy city centre. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood. Learn more about the Burgwallen-Oost neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily life here is wonderfully walkable. For groceries, Dirk is just around the corner, SPAR is a couple of streets away, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. There are also two AH to go outlets nearby. For primary schools, St. Antoniusschool is a five-minute walk, De Witte Olifant is a couple of streets away, and de Burght is a ten-minute walk. Secondary schools are a bit further, with Vinse School about 1 km away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including C&D Makelaardij B.V. and C&D Makelaardij Den Haag B.V..
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About Oudezijds Voorburgwal 153A, Amsterdam
Is €1,895,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €1,895,000 is 107% above the neighbourhood average of €917,455. However, this apartment is 267 m², which is 203% larger than the average 88 m² in Burgwallen-Oost. The price per square metre works out at about €7,097, which is below the neighbourhood average of €11,168 per m². So while the total price is high, it reflects the exceptional size.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F. This is the second-lowest label, meaning the home is not very energy-efficient. You can expect relatively high heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online and does not necessarily indicate the condition of the building itself, it could be due to the heating system or other factors.
How is the neighbourhood for daily life?
Burgwallen-Oost is the historic centre, so everything is on your doorstep. There are several supermarkets within a five-minute walk, including Dirk, SPAR and Albert Heijn. Primary schools are also close by. The area is very urban with a high density of addresses and a lively atmosphere. Note that the neighbourhood has a relatively high number of recorded incidents, typical for a busy city centre.
What is the public transport situation?
The nearest train station is 1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you access to the national rail network.
How does the size compare to other homes in the area?
At 267 m², this apartment is 203% larger than the average home in Burgwallen-Oost, which is 88 m². It is a very spacious property, especially for the city centre. Most homes in the neighbourhood are smaller, with the majority built before 1945 (80%).
What is the property type and year of construction?
This is an apartment built in 1753, located in a historic canal house. The year of construction is a fact, not a diagnosis.
