Vossiusstraat 26C
P.C. Hooftbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodA grand apartment in the Museum Quarter
This double ground-floor apartment sits on the Vossiusstraat, a quiet road bordering a park in the heart of Amsterdam's Museum Quarter. The setting is exceptional: the home is literally on the edge of the Vondelpark, with the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum just a short stroll away. The asking price of €2,800,000 is on the high side compared to the average for apartments in Amsterdam, but the location and the sheer size of this property are extraordinary.
A home with generous proportions
Built in 1905, this bel-etage apartment spans two floors and offers six rooms, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is listed as 205 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 210 m². The home features a sunny terrace facing south, a roof terrace, and a garden. It is fully owned, has partial double glazing and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €100.
Life in the P.C. Hooftbuurt
The P.C. Hooftbuurt is one of Amsterdam's most prestigious addresses, and it is easy to see why. The neighbourhood is home to around 815 residents, and the average household size is just 1.7 people. Residents of the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes the area as "a very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation," while another notes it is "quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." The neighbourhood is well served by public transport, with the Leidseplein and Museumplein stops just around the corner. For a sense of what it is like to live here, the P.C. Hooftbuurt neighbourhood page offers more detail.
Amenities and transport at your fingertips
The daily routine here is a pleasure. A SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. The Cornelis Vrijschool for primary education is a two-minute walk away, and the Barlaeus Gymnasium for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsen Van Baerle, is a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy, Apotheek Wittop Koning, is just around the corner. For public transport, bus lines 357, 397, N22 and N26 stop at Leidseplein, and tram lines 2, 5 and 24 stop at Museumplein, both within a five-minute walk. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers all the cultural and culinary delights you could wish for.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the property is €2,776,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 1% above this value. According to the WOZ data, the value has developed positively over the past five years. The address is located in an area with a medium foundation risk indication, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970. The noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while noise from rail and air traffic is below the standard. The area has a low risk of pluvial flooding and a low current flood risk, but the heat stress indication is medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are all area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Keizerskroon Makelaars - Certified Expat Broker and Keizerskroon Makelaars - Certified Expat Broker on Funda.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Vossiusstraat 26C, Amsterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price for this apartment on the Vossiusstraat is €2,800,000. This is 1% above the WOZ value of €2,776,000, which was determined on 1 January 2025. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 205 m², is €13,659.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, this apartment has six rooms in total, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The home spans two floors and has a living area of 205 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 210 m². It also features a sunny terrace facing south, a roof terrace, and a garden.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value of this property is €2,776,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The asking price of €2,800,000 is 1% above this value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes and does not necessarily reflect the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The address is located in an area with a medium foundation risk indication. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, and 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before that year. It is not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
A SPAR supermarket is just 163 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 293 metres away. For education, the Cornelis Vrijschool for primary education is 78 metres away, and the Barlaeus Gymnasium for secondary education is 375 metres away. The nearest GP, Huisartsen Van Baerle, is 619 metres away, and the pharmacy, Apotheek Wittop Koning, is 356 metres away.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest public transport stops are Amsterdam, Leidseplein and Amsterdam, Museumplein, both about 200 metres away. Bus lines 357, 397, N22 and N26 stop at Leidseplein, while tram lines 2, 5 and 24 stop at Museumplein. Amsterdam Centraal train station is approximately 2.5 kilometres away.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The energy label of this apartment is C. According to the agent, the home has partial double glazing and floor insulation. The energy label indicates the energy performance of the home, and a label C means the energy costs will be moderate compared to more efficient labels.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes the area as "a very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation," while another notes it is "quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood.
What is the noise level like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 50 dB Lden, which is above the standard. The noise from rail traffic is 32 dB Lden, and from air traffic is 46 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the climate risk for this area?
The area has a low risk of pluvial flooding and a low current flood risk, which remains low by 2050. The heat stress indication is medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
Statistics for P.C. Hooftbuurt
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,627,417 | €2,112,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €14,675 | – |
| Rent price | €3,320 p/m | €3,100 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €57 p/m | – |
Experiences from Museumkwartier
How residents experience their district
De Harmoniehof is a neat and safe neighbourhood with well-maintained homes, adequate amenities, and good accessibility. Schools and shops are nearby, and the area is clean and quiet. The sense of community could be better: residents live somewhat past each other, and there is little contact or joint activities. More neighbourhood initiatives would strengthen cohesion.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a very nice neighbourhood. There is plenty to do with Vondelpark around the corner. Many schools for my children and enough supermarkets.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Museumkwartier
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €2,432,087 | €1,935,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €14,328 | – |
| Rent price | €4,676 p/m | €4,312 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €45 p/m | – |
Experiences from Amsterdam
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €835,039 | €703,650 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,951 | – |
| Rent price | €2,803 p/m | €2,646 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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