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Rapenburg, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on the Schippersgracht sits in one of Amsterdam's most historic corners, with the water right outside your window. The home spans 69 m² and was built in 1877, so you get high ceilings and plenty of character. The energy label is B, which is decent for a building of this age. At €3,250 per month, the price is in line with the market, the average rent in the neighbourhood is also €3,250. For context, this is one of just two rental apartments currently available in the area. If you're looking for apartments in Amsterdam, this is a rare find.
Rapenburg is a tiny neighbourhood tucked between the water and the busy streets of Nieuwmarkt/Lastage. It feels more like a village than a city centre, with narrow streets and a strong sense of community. Most homes are apartments, and a quarter are owner-occupied. The area is popular with singles and couples, average household size is just 1.5 people. There are few children, so it's a quiet spot despite being in the heart of Amsterdam. The neighbourhood has a high density of addresses (over 6,000 per km²), so you're never far from a café or shop. For more on the area, see the Rapenburg neighbourhood.
Your morning coffee is just a few steps away, there's a restaurant on your doorstep. For groceries, the nearest SPAR is a couple of streets away, and an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including De Witte Olifant (about a five-minute walk) and Alan Turingschool (a ten-minute walk). Secondary schools are a bit further, around a 20-minute walk. The central station is about a 15-minute walk, and the city's amenities are all within easy reach. For more on the wider area, check out the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including www.vva.amsterdam and Amsterdam Housing on Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Schippersgracht 12A, Amsterdam
Data from Rapenburg
Data from Rapenburg
147 within 5 km
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About Schippersgracht 12A, Amsterdam
The asking rent of €3,250 is exactly the average rent for apartments in Rapenburg, so it's in line with the market. The price per square metre works out at about €47, which is typical for the area. Given that homes here rent out in an average of 10 days, demand is strong, so the price reflects what people are willing to pay.
Rapenburg is a small, quiet neighbourhood in the centre of Amsterdam. It's mostly residential, with a mix of singles and couples. There are few children, so it's peaceful. The area is very urban, you'll find restaurants, shops and cafés within a few minutes' walk. The address density is high, meaning there's plenty going on, but the streets themselves feel calm.
The closest supermarket is a SPAR, just 111 metres away, that's on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is about 539 metres away, a five-minute walk. There are several other supermarkets within a ten-minute walk, so daily shopping is very convenient.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. De Witte Olifant is about 514 metres away (a five-minute walk), and Alan Turingschool is 646 metres away (about a ten-minute walk). For secondary education, the nearest school is Metis Montessori Lyceum, about 1 km away, a 15-minute walk or short cycle.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk. That's a comfortable distance, close enough to be convenient, but far enough that you don't hear the trains.
The energy label is B, which is good for a building from 1877. It means the home is reasonably efficient, so heating costs should be manageable. You won't face the high bills that come with a label G property, but it's not as efficient as a modern new-build.
According to market data, homes in Rapenburg rent out in an average of 10 days. That's fast, so if you're interested, you'll want to act promptly. The fact that there are only two rental apartments currently available also suggests competition.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Rapenburg
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