A grand apartment on the Prinsengracht
This is a truly special home on one of Amsterdam's most famous canals. The apartment sits on the second living floor of a building from 1969, right in the heart of the city. With a price of €4,250,000, it is the most expensive of the 20 homes currently for sale in the Leidsebuurt-Noordoost neighbourhood. The asking price is on the high side compared to the average asking price in the area. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Amsterdam is €1,054,925, and this home is priced 303% above that figure.
The home itself
This listing does not state the energy label. As a result, you cannot tell from the listing how energy-efficient the home is. The apartment has 7 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, all on one floor. The living area is 340 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 290 m². The home has a patio/atrium of 33 m², and the agent describes it as being on the water, in the centre, in a residential area, with a free view. It is fully owned, and the agent mentions triple glazing and full insulation, as well as a central heating boiler and underfloor heating throughout. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €834.26.
Life in the Leidsebuurt-Noordoost
Residents of the wider district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.63, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Very nice quiet neighbourhood, friendly neighbours, helping each other, looking out for each other when needed." Another resident describes it as "incredibly busy here, which has both advantages and disadvantages. There's a lot of noise and few rules because of it. But there's also plenty of cosiness and always something to do!" The district has a mix of opinions, with some praising the community spirit and others noting the hustle and bustle. The neighbourhood itself has 1,120 inhabitants, and 63% of households are single-person households. For more details, you can read about the Leidsebuurt-Noordoost neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is convenient. The Leidsestraat Apotheek is just around the corner, and Huisartsenpraktijk de Wetering is a five-minute walk away. For groceries, there is an AH to go on your doorstep, an Albert Heijn just around the corner, and a SPAR a couple of streets away. The Barlaeus Gymnasium is a five-minute walk, and the Cornelis Vrijschool voor Basisonderwijs is a ten-minute walk. Tram stops Prinsengracht and Keizersgracht are both on your doorstep, served by lines 2, 17 and 24. Leidseplein, with many more tram and bus lines, is a couple of streets away. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. This is all within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €3,152,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 35% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value decreased by 13%, from €3,619,000 to €3,152,000. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to be aware of. The noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. The flood risk is low, both now and in 2050, while heat stress is currently medium and expected to be elevated by 2050. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Sotheby's Realty Makelaars Nederland.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Prinsengracht 468, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €4,250,000 is 35% above the WOZ value of €3,152,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value decreased by 13%, from €3,619,000 to €3,152,000. This comparison is a fact, and it is up to you to interpret what it means for the asking price.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has 7 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, all on one floor. The living area is 340 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 290 m². There is also a patio/atrium of 33 m². The agent describes the home as being on the water, in the centre, in a residential area, with a free view. The home is fully owned.
What is the energy label of this home?
This means you cannot tell from the listing how energy-efficient the home is. The agent does mention that the home has triple glazing and is fully insulated, and that it has a central heating boiler and underfloor heating throughout. However, without an energy label, you cannot compare its energy performance to other homes.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication, based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970. In this postcode area, 100% of the buildings were constructed before 1970. This is not an inspection of this specific home, but a general indication based on public data. The flood risk is low, both now and in 2050.
What are the nearest amenities?
The Leidsestraat Apotheek is just around the corner, and Huisartsenpraktijk de Wetering is a five-minute walk away. For groceries, there is an AH to go on your doorstep, an Albert Heijn just around the corner, and a SPAR a couple of streets away. The Barlaeus Gymnasium is a five-minute walk, and the Cornelis Vrijschool voor Basisonderwijs is a ten-minute walk.
What public transport options are nearby?
Tram stops Prinsengracht and Keizersgracht are both on your doorstep, served by lines 2, 17 and 24. Leidseplein, with many more tram and bus lines, is a couple of streets away. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. This gives you a range of options for getting around the city.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 7.63, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Very nice quiet neighbourhood, friendly neighbours, helping each other, looking out for each other when needed." Another describes it as "incredibly busy here, which has both advantages and disadvantages." The neighbourhood itself has 1,120 inhabitants, and 63% of households are single-person households.
How does this home compare to others in the neighbourhood?
This is the most expensive of the 20 homes currently for sale in the Leidsebuurt-Noordoost neighbourhood. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €1,054,925, and this home is priced 303% above that. The living area of 340 m² is 258% larger than the neighbourhood average of 95 m². The asking price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average.
