Westelijke eilanden, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Realengracht sits in one of Amsterdam's most characterful corners, where the city feels open and airy. With 107 m² of living space and an energy label D, it's a solid home that could benefit from some modernisation. At €1,100,000, the asking price is about 15% below the neighbourhood average of €1,294,625, making it a keenly priced option compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
The Westelijke eilanden are a quiet, historic set of islands just north of the city centre. With only one review available, a resident describes it as "very nice neighbourhood". The area has a high density of addresses (7,873 per km²), so it's very urban, yet the streets feel calm. Most homes are flats, and many households are single-person (1,150 out of 1,845). The neighbourhood Westelijke eilanden has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents aged 25,45 and 45,65.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is on your doorstep, and De Zeeheld primary school is a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers everything you'd expect from a capital, with restaurants and parks within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Amsterdam At Home Makelaars.
Details of this home
Realengracht 178, Amsterdam
Good · 1 resident
very nice neighbourhood
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About Realengracht 178, Amsterdam
The asking price is about 15% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€1,294,625) and close to the median of €1,047,500. Given that similar homes in the area sell for an average of €1,086,203, this price looks competitive. However, the energy label D is less efficient than most of the current supply, which may be a factor.
Westelijke eilanden is a quiet, historic island area with a very urban density. It's mostly flats, with many single-person households. One resident calls it a "very nice neighbourhood". The area has a mix of ages and a low crime rate relative to the city.
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle.
Montessori Basisschool de Eilanden is just 120 metres away, and De Zeeheld primary school is 313 metres away. For secondary education, Vinse School is 710 metres away.
Albert Heijn is 388 metres away, Ekoplaza is 430 metres, and Jumbo is 594 metres. You have several options within a five- to ten-minute walk.
The energy label is D, which is average for an older building. In the neighbourhood, most available homes have label C or better, so this one may have higher energy costs. The building dates from 1981, so insulation is likely moderate.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Westelijke eilanden