Leidsebuurt-Noordoost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on the Prinsengracht sits right in the middle of the city's lively centre. At 90 m² it's a compact but classic Amsterdam home, with an 1880 build and energy label C. The asking price of €1,895,000 is well above the neighbourhood average of €1,160,906, a premium for the location and the canal setting. For context, the average price per m² in the area is €12,020, so this listing is on the high side. You can compare it with other apartments in Amsterdam.
The neighbourhood Leidsebuurt-Noordoost is one of Amsterdam's most urban neighbourhoods, with an address density of 9,487 per km². It's a young area: most residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone. One resident describes it as "Lively": "It's 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 same resident notes that neighbours aren't very involved with each other. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of pre-war buildings (89%) and a mix of rental and owner-occupied homes.
For your morning coffee, an AH to go is just around the corner, and a full Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There's also a SPAR and an Ekoplaza within a five-minute walk. For school runs, the Barlaeus Gymnasium is on your doorstep, and primary schools like IKC De Kleine Reus and the Cornelis Vrijschool are a five- to ten-minute walk away. The municipality Amsterdam offers everything you'd expect from a capital city, from museums to parks, the nearest park or garden is a five-minute walk.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via CSV Makelaars B.V. and appears on multiple channels.
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Prinsengracht 510-1, Amsterdam
Satisfactory · 1 resident
It's 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! I think it's a shame that the residents are not at all involved with each other. This would be the biggest point for improvement.
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About Prinsengracht 510-1, Amsterdam
The asking price is 63% above the neighbourhood average of €1,160,906, and also above the median of €967,500. The average price per m² in the area is €12,020, so for 90 m² that would be around €1,081,800. The premium reflects the Prinsengracht location and the historic building. Recently sold homes in the neighbourhood averaged €795,260, but those may have been smaller or less central.
Leidsebuurt-Noordoost is at the heart of Amsterdam's entertainment district. There are restaurants right on your doorstep (0.0 km away), and the Leidseplein is a short walk. The area is known for its bars, clubs, and theatres. One resident says it's "incredibly busy" with "plenty of cosiness and always something to do." Noise is a trade-off for the vibrant atmosphere.
The nearest train station is 2.7 km away. That's about a 35-minute walk or a short tram ride. The area is well served by trams and buses, so you can reach Amsterdam Centraal or other stations easily.
The apartment has energy label C. That means it's reasonably efficient but not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy costs. In the neighbourhood, 21.4% of homes have label A, 14.3% label B, and 42.9% have label D or lower, so this home is in the middle of the pack.
At 90 m² and with one bedroom (typical for a classic Amsterdam apartment), it's more suited to a couple or single person. The neighbourhood has few families, only 60 households with children out of 780. Schools are nearby, but the area is very urban and busy.
The total number of reported crimes in the neighbourhood is 615, which is relatively high for a residential area. However, this is a very central, busy part of Amsterdam with many tourists and nightlife. The resident review mentions "few rules" and noise, but also a lively atmosphere. It's worth considering your own comfort with city living.
Recently sold homes in the neighbourhood took an average of 22 days to sell. That's fairly quick, indicating demand. However, this apartment is priced well above average, so it may take longer to find a buyer.
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