A classic Amsterdam apartment with a roof terrace
This apartment on the Rapenburg sits in the heart of the old city, where the streets are narrow and the canals are never far away. It is a lively, historic part of Amsterdam, with the Nieuwmarkt and the Waterlooplein within easy reach. The asking price is €925,000. For context, there are currently 18 apartments for sale in the area, and the average asking price is €835,722. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its location and its roof terrace.
The home itself
Built in 1905, this apartment is spread over two floors on the fourth floor of the building. It has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, and a total volume of 327 cubic metres. The agent mentions double glazing and a central heating boiler, and the home is in full ownership. There is a roof terrace, which is a rare find in this part of the city. The service costs are €270 per month. The living area is listed as 98 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 111 square metres.
The Rapenburg neighbourhood
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.91 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood, people look out for each other." Another adds: "We live in a nice quiet neighbourhood and contact with the surroundings is also pleasant." The district is home to about 1,030 people, and most households are single-person (64%). The energy label of this home is G, which is the least efficient label, so expect high heating costs. The neighbourhood itself has a mix of energy labels, with 30% of homes at label B and 30% at label D or lower. For more on the area, see the Rapenburg neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For primary education, De Witte Olifant is a couple of streets away, and the St. Antoniusschool is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Oudemans, a five-minute walk, and the Service Apotheek de Castro pharmacy is just around the corner. For public transport, the IJtunnel bus stop is on your doorstep, with night lines N91 and N93, and the Kadijksplein stop is a couple of streets away with line 42. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all this and more, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €842,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 10% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 19%, from €710,000 to €842,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, and the pluvial flooding risk is low, but the current flood risk is elevated. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Jaap Admiraal makelaardij B.V.
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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 Rapenburg 41-3, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €925,000 is 10% above the WOZ value of €842,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed area of 111 m², is €8,333. In the neighbourhood, the average asking price per square metre is €9,047, so this home is priced below that average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It is located on the fourth floor of the building. The agent lists a living area of 111 square metres, while the BAG registration states 98 square metres. There is a roof terrace, which is a notable outdoor space in this part of Amsterdam. The home is in full ownership, and the service costs are €270 per month.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you should expect high energy costs for heating and electricity. The home was built in 1905, and the agent mentions double glazing and a central heating boiler. The energy label is a separate fact from the construction year, and it does not directly indicate the condition of the building. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, with 30% at label B and 30% at label D or lower.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from KCAF. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The building was constructed in 1905, and in this postcode area, 50% of properties were built before 1970. The risk level is based on general data for the area, so it does not guarantee the condition of this particular property.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm, based on 2022 data. Rail traffic noise is 47 dB Lden, and air traffic noise is 44 dB Lden, both below the norm. These figures come from public data at the address level and are indications, not measurements taken at the property itself. The home is on a quiet road, according to the agent, but the road traffic noise is still above the norm.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The SPAR is just 111 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is 406 metres away, and an Ekoplaza is 516 metres away. There are also two more Albert Heijn branches within 604 metres. This means you have a good choice for daily groceries, from a small local shop to larger supermarkets, all within a short walk.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, De Witte Olifant is 343 metres away, and the St. Antoniusschool is 476 metres away. The Dr. E. Boekmanschool is 829 metres away, and the Alan Turingschool is 850 metres away. For secondary education, the Metis Montessori Lyceum is 1,228 metres away. These distances mean that school runs are manageable on foot or by bike, which is typical for this central Amsterdam location.
How is the public transport connection from here?
The nearest bus stop is IJtunnel, just 121 metres away, with night lines N91 and N93. Another stop, Amsterdam, IJtunnel, is 124 metres away and serves lines 305, 314, 316, 391, and several night lines. The Kadijksplein stop is 339 metres away with line 42. Amsterdam Centraal train station is 983 metres away, so you can walk there in about ten minutes. This gives you good options for getting around the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district, which includes this neighbourhood, give it an average score of 7.91 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood, people look out for each other." Another says: "We live in a nice quiet neighbourhood and contact with the surroundings is also pleasant." These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific street, but they suggest a friendly and quiet atmosphere.
What is the flood risk for this address?
The current flood risk is elevated, according to the Klimaateffectatlas, but the risk for 2050 is low. Pluvial flooding, which is flooding from heavy rain, is low. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an assessment of this specific property. The home is on the fourth floor, so the risk of water damage from flooding is likely to be lower than for ground-floor homes, but the data does not specify this.
