Westelijke eilanden, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Prinseneiland sits on one of the city's most picturesque islands, with a 17th-century feel that's hard to beat. Built in 1650, it's a genuine piece of the Golden Age. At €650,000, the asking price is 50% below the neighbourhood average of €1,294,625, a keen price for a home in this sought-after area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its historic character.
The neighbourhood Westelijke eilanden is a tight-knit, historic island neighbourhood with a village-like atmosphere in the heart of Amsterdam. One resident sums it up: "very nice neighbourhood". It's a quiet, leafy area with narrow streets and canals, popular with creatives and professionals. The population is 2,895, with many single-person households (1,150) and a high proportion of 25-45 year olds (920). The area feels safe and well-maintained, with a strong sense of community.
For your daily bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away for organic groceries. There are two more supermarkets within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is on your doorstep, and De Zeeheld is a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers excellent amenities, with parks, restaurants, and cultural spots all within easy reach.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including iQ Makelaars, Funda, Pararius, and Vastgoed Nederland.
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Prinseneiland 67B, Amsterdam
Good · 1 resident
very nice neighbourhood
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About Prinseneiland 67B, Amsterdam
The asking price of €650,000 is 50% below the neighbourhood average of €1,294,625, making it a keen price. However, the apartment is smaller (84 m²) than the neighbourhood average (126 m²) and has an energy label E, which may mean higher energy costs. The price per m² works out at about €7,738, which is below the neighbourhood average of €10,745 per m².
Westelijke eilanden is a historic island neighbourhood with a village feel. It's quiet, leafy, and popular with professionals and creatives. One resident describes it as a "very nice neighbourhood". The area has a high density of addresses (7,873 per km²), indicating a very urban environment, but the canals and narrow streets give it a peaceful character.
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride. This makes it convenient for commuting to other parts of Amsterdam or further afield.
Albert Heijn is just 232 metres away, so you can pop out for groceries in a couple of minutes. Ekoplaza is 273 metres away, and there are several other supermarkets within a ten-minute walk, including Jumbo and another Albert Heijn.
Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is 235 metres away, ideal for young children. De Zeeheld primary school is 423 metres away, and there are several other primary and secondary schools within walking distance, including Vinse School (secondary) at 618 metres.
The energy label is E, which is below average for the neighbourhood, 50% of homes in the area have label C, and only 8.3% have label D or lower. An E label means the home is less energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating and electricity costs. It may be worth considering energy-saving improvements.
At 84 m², this apartment is 33% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 126 m². It's a compact home, typical of historic buildings on the islands. The smaller size is reflected in the lower asking price.
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