Palmgracht 79
Driehoekbuurt, Amsterdam
A classic Amsterdam apartment
This apartment on the Palmgracht sits in the Driehoekbuurt, part of the Jordaan district in Amsterdam. It is a two-room home spread over two floors, built in 1850, with a living area of 49 square metres according to the agent. The asking price of €535,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €869,071. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price depending on size and location.
The home has one bedroom and one bathroom, with a volume of 125 cubic metres. It is heated by a central heating boiler. The agent describes the setting as on a quiet road, near public transport and near a school. The energy label is C, which means the home is moderately efficient; expect reasonable energy costs. The property has been listed since 30 January 2025.
Life in the Driehoekbuurt
Residents of the wider Jordaan district give their area 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. The shops and markets are within walking distance of my home. And people give each other a helping hand when needed. The social contacts are great." 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 and that you can call on someone if necessary." The district has around 2,730 inhabitants, and 68% of households are single-person. The Driehoekbuurt neighbourhood itself is part of this lively area.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Ekoplaza and Jumbo supermarkets are just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. Basisschool Westerpark and Vinse School are both a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Medisch Kwartier, and the BENU Apotheek Zieseniss pharmacy is just around the corner. Tram stop Nieuwe Willemsstraat is on your doorstep, served by lines 13, 18 and 21. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers extensive public transport connections. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates that road traffic noise is above the standard at 54 dB Lden, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium currently and elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered via multiple channels, including www.vva.amsterdam and Grand Apartments Amsterdam on Pararius.
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About Palmgracht 79, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €535,000 is 38% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €869,071. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €11,131, while this home is listed at €10,918 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. The price verdict is described as keen compared with the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a two-room apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 49 square metres as listed by the agent, and the volume is 125 cubic metres. The home is heated by a central heating boiler. The agent describes the setting as on a quiet road, near public transport and near a school.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this home is C. This is a mid-range label, meaning the home is reasonably efficient but not at the top of the scale. Expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not indicate the structural condition of the building, which dates from 1850.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public risk data. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, and that 77% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. It is not an inspection of this specific home, but a general indication for the area.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Tram stop Nieuwe Willemsstraat is on your doorstep, served by lines 13, 18 and 21. Nassaukade stop with line 5 is just around the corner, and Haarlemmerplein with lines 13, 18, 21, 22 and night buses is a couple of streets away. Amsterdam Centraal station is approximately 1.3 kilometres from the home, about a ten-minute walk.
What shops and schools are close by?
The Ekoplaza and Jumbo supermarkets are just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Basisschool Westerpark and Vinse School are both about 500 metres from the home, a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Medisch Kwartier, and the BENU Apotheek Zieseniss pharmacy is just around the corner at about 230 metres.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider Jordaan district give their area 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 that neighbours look out for each other. These reviews describe the district as a whole, not specifically the Driehoekbuurt.
What is the noise situation at this address?
According to public address-level risk data, road traffic noise at this location is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 45 dB Lden, below the standard, and aircraft noise is also 45 dB Lden, below the standard. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements taken at the property itself.





