Rapenburg 70
Rapenburg, Amsterdam
AreaA classic Amsterdam apartment on Rapenburg
Rapenburg 70 is a nineteenth-century apartment in the heart of Amsterdam, in the Rapenburg neighbourhood within the Nieuwmarkt/Lastage district. Built in 1882, this home sits in a lively, historic part of the city where the streets are always busy and the canals are never far away. The asking price of €650,000 is on the high side compared to the average for apartments in Amsterdam, but it reflects the prime setting and the home's efficient energy label.
The home itself
This apartment spans a single floor and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. According to the agent the living area is 90 m², while the BAG registration records 78 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €125. The property is a tussenverdieping, meaning it sits on an intermediate floor.
Life in Rapenburg
Rapenburg is a small, close-knit neighbourhood with just over a thousand residents, many of whom live alone. Residents of the wider district give their surroundings 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 describes it as "a nice quiet neighbourhood and contact with the surroundings is also pleasant." The neighbourhood has a very high address density, typical of central Amsterdam. For a sense of what it is like to live here, the Rapenburg neighbourhood page brings together more local insights.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. A 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, and the Service Apotheek de Castro pharmacy is a five-minute walk. Bus stops at IJtunnel and Kadijksplein are within a few minutes' walk, with lines including 305, 314, 316, 391, 42 and night services. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Amsterdam, where the city's full range of services is close at hand.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the standard at 74 dB Lden, while railway and aircraft noise remain below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and pluvial flooding risk is low, as is the current and 2050 flood risk. Heat stress is indicated as medium for both the present and 2050. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Hallie & Van Klooster Makelaardij and their listing on Funda.
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About Rapenburg 70, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €650,000 is 41% below the average asking price of €1,106,875 for homes currently for sale in the Rapenburg neighbourhood. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €10,757, while this home is listed at €7,222 per m² based on the agent's stated living area of 90 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 90 m², though the BAG registration records 78 m². The home is a tussenverdieping, meaning it is on an intermediate floor, and it has a volume of 300 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also notes that the home has double glazing, which can help with insulation and reducing heat loss.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €125. This fee typically covers shared costs such as building maintenance and insurance, though the specific services included are not detailed in the listing.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for property taxes, and it is determined by the municipality of Amsterdam. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The address-level risk data shows that road traffic noise is 74 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Railway noise is 47 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications and not a measurement inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is based on area-level data, including the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, in 1882. The KCAF attention area notes that 56% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, but this is not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
The climate risk data indicates that pluvial flooding risk is low, and the flood risk is low for both the current situation and 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium for both the present and 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
A SPAR supermarket is just 49 metres away, making it the closest option for daily groceries. An Albert Heijn is 417 metres away, and an Ekoplaza organic supermarket is 539 metres away. There are also additional Albert Heijn and AH to go locations within about 600 to 700 metres.
What schools are in the area?
For primary education, De Witte Olifant is 373 metres away, and the St. Antoniusschool is 548 metres away. The Dr. E. Boekmanschool and Alan Turingschool are both within about 800 metres. For secondary education, the Metis Montessori Lyceum is 1.15 km away.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stops are IJtunnel and Amsterdam, IJtunnel, both about 150 metres away, with lines including 305, 314, 316, 391, 42 and night services. Kadijksplein stop is 280 metres away with lines 42 and N89. Amsterdam Centraal train station is 1.06 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give 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 describes it as "a nice quiet neighbourhood and contact with the surroundings is also pleasant." These reviews reflect the district, not just the Rapenburg neighbourhood itself.
