Langestraat en omgeving, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1759 apartment on Prinsenstraat sits in one of Amsterdam's most iconic neighbourhoods, where the canals and cobbled streets set a scene that's both lively and timeless. At 69 m², it's compact but full of character, with an energy label C. The asking price of €650,000 is 56% below the neighbourhood average of €1.48 million, which is keen given the location and size. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its historic charm.
The neighbourhood Langestraat e.o. is part of the Grachtengordel-West, a UNESCO-listed area with narrow streets, boutique shops and a mix of residents. It's densely built and very urban, with 9,771 addresses per km². Most homes date from before 1945 (97%), and the area is popular with singles and couples, 680 one-person households out of 1,920 residents. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the atmosphere is typical of the central canal belt: busy by day, quieter at night.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: de Burght and Theo Thijssenschool. For secondary education, Vinse School is and Het Cartesius Lyceum. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and practical amenities you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Hoen Makelaars.
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Prinsenstraat 12B, Amsterdam
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About Prinsenstraat 12B, Amsterdam
The asking price of €650,000 is 56% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€1.48 million) and also below the median of €1.5 million. However, this apartment is smaller than average (69 m² vs 134 m²). Given the historic location and compact size, the price is keen compared to other listings in the area.
Langestraat e.o. is a very urban, historic part of the Grachtengordel-West with a high density of addresses. Most homes are pre-war, and the population is a mix of singles and couples. There are many restaurants and shops nearby, and the area is lively yet retains its classic Amsterdam character.
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, which is about a 15-20 minute walk or a short tram ride. This gives you access to the national rail network.
The energy label is C, which is average for a historic building. It means the home has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency, but you can expect moderate energy costs. In the neighbourhood, 42% of homes have a label D or lower, so C is relatively good for the area.
Yes, there are several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk. Albert Heijn is 212 m away, Jumbo is 249 m, and another Albert Heijn is 472 m. For daily groceries, you're well covered.
Primary schools include de Burght (266 m) and Theo Thijssenschool (424 m). For secondary education, Vinse School is 407 m away and Het Cartesius Lyceum is 686 m. All are within easy walking distance.
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