Prinsengracht 197A

A canal-side apartment with history

This apartment on the Prinsengracht sits in one of Amsterdam's most iconic stretches. Built in 1746, it has the high ceilings and classic proportions you'd expect from a Golden Age canal house, though the energy label D means heating costs will be noticeable. At €580,000, the asking price is 60% below the neighbourhood average of €1,466,161, partly because the 85 m² floor area is a third smaller than the typical home here. For context, that's a keen price for a apartments in Amsterdam in this location.

Leliegracht e.o., canal belt living

The neighbourhood Leliegracht e.o. is the heart of the Grachtengordel-West, with a density of over 10,000 addresses per km², very strongly urban. It's a neighbourhood of mostly pre-war buildings (95% built before 1945) and a mix of ages: many young professionals (38% are 25-45) and a fair share of over-65s (15%). Almost half the homes are rated D or lower for energy, so older buildings are the norm. No resident reviews are available for this street, but the area is known for its lively atmosphere and central location.

Daily life on the Prinsengracht

For groceries, an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away. There are two primary schools within a five-minute walk: de Burght and Theo Thijssenschool. Secondary schools like Vinse School and Het Cartesius Lyceum are also within walking distance. The municipality Amsterdam offers everything you'd expect from the capital, from museums to parks, though the nearest park is a ten-minute walk away.

Source

At the time of writing the home is listed only via Huisman Makelaardij B.V.