Felix Meritisbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on one of Amsterdam's most famous canals combines a 2006 build with classic canal-belt charm. At 73 m² it's compact by neighbourhood standards, but the energy label B keeps running costs manageable. The asking price of €960,000 is 53% below the average in the Felix Meritsbuurt, making it a keen entry point for the area. For context, the average apartments in Amsterdam here goes for over €2 million.
The Felix Meritsbuurt is part of the Grachtengordel-West, with 2,120 residents in a very densely populated area (11,724 addresses per km²). It's a mix of ages, but the largest group is 25-45 year olds. Most homes are pre-war, but this apartment is from 2006. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood.
Daily life here revolves around the Jordaan. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Jumbo a couple of streets away. Schools are close: the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is a five-minute walk, and OBS Leonardo da Vinci is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers everything you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Broersma Wonen.
Details of this home
Prinsengracht 379C, Amsterdam
Data from Felix Meritisbuurt
Data from Felix Meritisbuurt
154 within 5 km
217 within 5 km
About Prinsengracht 379C, Amsterdam
The asking price is 53% below the average asking price in the Felix Meritsbuurt (€2,047,568), but the apartment is also 57% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 168 m². Given the compact size and modern build, the price is in line with the market for a 73 m² apartment in this prime canal location.
The energy label is B, which is efficient. In the neighbourhood, only 15.6% of homes have label A or better, so this apartment performs well above the local average. You can expect relatively low energy costs compared to older homes in the area.
The nearest train station is 2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short tram ride. The apartment is well connected by tram and bus lines in the city centre.
There are several schools within walking distance. The 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan (primary) is 237 m away, OBS Leonardo da Vinci (primary) is 586 m, and the Jordaan College (secondary special education) is just 111 m away. In total, 217 schools are within 5 km.
Currently, 44 apartments are for sale in the Felix Meritsbuurt. The median asking price is €1,250,000, and the average price per m² is €13,167. This apartment is priced at about €13,151 per m², which is very close to the average.
The neighbourhood recorded 466 total crimes in the latest data. Given the high density and central location, this is typical for a busy city centre area. The mix of residents and many young professionals contributes to a lively atmosphere.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Felix Meritisbuurt