Keizersgracht 260
Felix Meritisbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA canal house on the Keizersgracht
This is a monumental canal house on one of Amsterdam's most famous canals, in the heart of the Grachtengordel-West district. Built in 1750, it's a piece of living history, and the asking price of €4,000,000 reflects its exceptional character and location. This listing does not state the energy label. The price is 91% above the average asking price of €2,088,786 for end-of-terrace houses in Amsterdam, which puts it on the high side of the market.
Inside the monumental home
According to the agent, this end-of-terrace house offers 9 rooms, including 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, spread over 6 floors. The living area is listed as 275 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 287 m². The property includes a sunny terrace garden facing southwest, a roof terrace, and a volume of 988 m³. It's a freehold property with a central heating boiler, and the agent describes the setting as on a quiet road, by the water, in the centre with an unobstructed view.
The Felix Meritisbuurt
This is a neighbourhood of monumental buildings and quiet canals, where the average home is 183 m² and the median asking price is €1,272,500. Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give their living environment an average score of 7.35 out of 10, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes a very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees that offer cooling and relaxation, though they also mention daily mess around the waste containers. Another resident notes that the neighbourhood is in development and getting better with all the amenities. The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density. For more on the area, see the Felix Meritisbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For your daily groceries, Jumbo is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. The 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is a five-minute walk, and the Jordaan College is even closer. The GP practice A'dam Doctors and Spuistraat Pharmacy are both a five-minute walk away. Tram stops Paleisstraat and Koningsplein, served by lines 2, 17 and 24, are a five-minute walk, and Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
Public risk data at address level indicates a medium foundation risk, as the building dates from before 1970. The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. For pluvial flooding, the indication is elevated, while the current flood risk is low. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Heeren Makelaars.
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About Keizersgracht 260, Amsterdam
What does the asking price of €4,000,000 mean for this canal house?
The asking price is €4,000,000, which is 91% above the average asking price of €2,088,786 for homes in this neighbourhood. The price per square metre is €14,545, based on the agent's listed living area of 275 m². This is a monumental canal house from 1750 in the centre of Amsterdam, and the price reflects that unique position.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this home have?
According to the agent, the home has 9 rooms in total, including 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, spread over 6 floors. The living area is listed as 275 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 287 m². There is also a sunny terrace garden facing southwest and a roof terrace.
What is the energy label of this property?
The agent has not published this information.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The public risk data indicates a medium foundation risk for this address. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, and it is not an inspection of this specific home. The data comes from public sources like KCAF and the Atlas Leefomgeving.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 38 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 48 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What amenities are within walking distance?
Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. The 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is a five-minute walk, and the GP practice A'dam Doctors and Spuistraat Pharmacy are both a five-minute walk away. Tram stops Paleisstraat and Koningsplein, served by lines 2, 17 and 24, are also a five-minute walk.
How is the neighbourhood rated by residents?
Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give their living environment an average score of 7.35 out of 10, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes a very pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of green and wonderful trees, though they also mention daily mess around the waste containers. Another notes the neighbourhood is in development and getting better.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The current flood risk is indicated as low, and it is also expected to remain low by 2050. For pluvial flooding, which is flooding from heavy rainfall, the indication is elevated. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an inspection of this specific home.
How does the living area compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The living area of 275 m², as listed by the agent, is 50% larger than the neighbourhood average of 183 m². The BAG registration records the living area as 287 m². This is a substantial canal house with 6 floors, making it significantly larger than the typical home in the Felix Meritisbuurt.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Tram stops Paleisstraat and Koningsplein, served by lines 2, 17 and 24, are both a five-minute walk away. Amsterdam Centraal train station is a ten-minute walk. There are also bus stops at Elandsgracht with lines 357, 397, N47, N57, N80 and N97, which are a couple of streets away.
