Leliegracht en omgeving, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis is a home with history: the building dates from 1005, making it one of the oldest in Amsterdam. At 250 m², it's nearly twice the size of the average apartment in the neighbourhood. The asking price of €1,750,000 is 19% above the local average of €1,466,161, which reflects the exceptional size and location. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out.
The neighbourhood Leliegracht e.o. is part of the Grachtengordel-West, a UNESCO World Heritage area. It's a dense, historic neighbourhood with 1,875 residents and a very high address density of 10,993 per km². Most homes are pre-war (95%), and the area is popular with singles (45% of households). There are no resident reviews available for this specific street, but the neighbourhood is known for its lively atmosphere and central location.
Daily life here revolves around the canals. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. There are two primary schools within a five-minute walk: Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam and de Burght. Secondary schools like Vinse School and Het Cartesius Lyceum are also close. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and recreational amenities you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Heeren Makelaars and Funda.
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Prinsengracht 199A, Amsterdam
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About Prinsengracht 199A, Amsterdam
The asking price is 19% above the neighbourhood average of €1,466,161. However, the apartment is 250 m², which is 98% larger than the average of 126 m². So the price per square metre is actually lower than the neighbourhood average of €13,231/m². Given the size and location, the price is in line with the market.
The energy label is D. This is common for older buildings in the area, 48% of homes in the neighbourhood have a label D or lower. A D label means moderate energy efficiency, so heating costs will be higher than in a modern home, but it's typical for a historic canal house.
The building was constructed in 1005, making it over a thousand years old. That's exceptionally rare, 95% of homes in the neighbourhood were built before 1945, but this one predates most. The age means the apartment has authentic features but may require maintenance typical of historic buildings.
Leliegracht e.o. is a dense, historic area in the Grachtengordel-West. It's very urban with a high address density. The population is diverse: 38% are aged 25-45, and 45% live alone. There are 271 reported crimes, which is moderate for a central Amsterdam neighbourhood. The area is lively with many restaurants and shops nearby.
The nearest train station is 1.8 km away. That's about a 20-minute walk or a short tram ride. The station provides connections to the rest of the city and beyond.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. Primary schools include Theo Thijssenschool (342 m) and de Burght (346 m). For secondary education, Vinse School (484 m) and Het Cartesius Lyceum (615 m) are close. The area has 220 schools within 5 km, so options are plentiful.
Albert Heijn is just 151 m away, and Jumbo is 224 m. There are several other supermarkets within a few hundred metres, so daily shopping is very convenient.
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