A water home in the heart of the Jordaan
Marnixstraat 315 is a detached house on the water, a rare find in the middle of Amsterdam. The home sits in the Marnixbuurt-Midden neighbourhood, part of the Jordaan district, where the streets are lined with classic Amsterdam architecture and the canals are never far away. With a price of €1,600,000, this home is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average asking price of €734,286. For context, the asking price is 118% above that average, and it is the most expensive of the 7 homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood. If you are looking for detached houses in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its unique position on the water.
A home with history and modern comfort
Built in 1005, this home is centuries old, yet it carries an energy label A+, which is an efficient label. According to the agent, the home has 3 rooms, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom spread over 2 floors, with a volume of 324 m³. The living area is listed as 77 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 82 m². The plot is 90 m² according to both sources. The home features underfloor heating throughout and a heat pump, and it is offered in full ownership. There is a rear garden of 45 m² facing east, and the setting is described as being on the water, sheltered, and in the centre.
Life in Marnixbuurt-Midden
The Marnixbuurt-Midden neighbourhood is a small enclave within the Jordaan, with just 195 residents. It is a mixed area, as one resident of the district puts it: "In this neighbourhood you will find a mixed population. Old and young, rich and less rich. But still we make sure among ourselves that the neighbourhood remains safe and that you can call on someone if necessary." Another resident adds, "There's only one Jordaan! I was born and raised in this neighbourhood. I wouldn't want to swap this neighbourhood for any other district in Amsterdam. The shops and markets are within walking distance of my home. And people give each other a helping hand when needed." Across the district, residents give an average score of 8.82, based on six reviews. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households at 40%, and 56% of residents are between 25 and 45 years old. For more on the area, see the Marnixbuurt-Midden neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, the Dirk is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Basisschool Dr. Rijk Kramer, is a five-minute walk, and the Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam is. The GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk A'dam Doctors, is a ten-minute walk, while the BENU Apotheek Nassau pharmacy is on your doorstep. For public transport, tram line 5 and 13 stop at Bloemgracht, just 71 metres away, and bus lines 80 and N80 run from Amsterdam, Rozengracht. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Centraal, about 1.7 kilometres away. This is all part of the municipality of Amsterdam, where urban life is at your fingertips.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €75,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2023. The asking price is 2033% above the WOZ value. Between 2018 and 2023, the WOZ value rose by 39%, from €54,000 to €75,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the home was built before 1970 and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate risk data shows an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, while the current flood risk is low. Heat stress is currently medium, but is expected to become elevated by 2050.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including José Faber Makelaardij and José Faber Makelaardij 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 Marnixstraat 315, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €1,600,000 is 118% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €734,286. This makes it the most expensive of the 7 homes currently for sale in Marnixbuurt-Midden. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 77 m², is €20,779, which is 75% higher than the neighbourhood average of €11,903 per m². The price verdict is that it is on the high side.
What are the key features of this home?
According to the agent, this detached water home has 3 rooms, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom across 2 floors. The living area is listed as 77 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 82 m². The plot is 90 m². It features underfloor heating throughout and a heat pump, and is offered in full ownership. There is a rear garden of 45 m² facing east, and the setting is described as being on the water, sheltered, and in the centre.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €75,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2023. This is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The asking price is 2033% above the WOZ value. Over the five years from 2018 to 2023, the WOZ value increased by 39%, from €54,000 to €75,000, according to the precomputed data.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the home was built before 1970, and 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, which places it in a KCAF attention zone. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. No further details are provided in the listing.
What amenities are nearby?
The Dirk supermarket is just around the corner at 130 metres, and an Albert Heijn is at 284 metres. The nearest primary school, Basisschool Dr. Rijk Kramer, is 180 metres away, and the Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam is at 473 metres. The GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk A'dam Doctors, is 920 metres away, and the BENU Apotheek Nassau pharmacy is at 111 metres. The nearest hospital, Reade (JBI), is 2.2 kilometres away.
What public transport options are available?
Tram lines 5 and 13 stop at Bloemgracht, just 71 metres from the home. Bus lines 80 and N80 run from Amsterdam, Rozengracht at 160 metres, and tram lines 5, 13, N84, and N88 stop at Rozengracht at 230 metres. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Centraal, about 1.7 kilometres away. These are the stops and lines listed in the data, with no further details on destinations or frequencies.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Marnixbuurt-Midden is a small neighbourhood within the Jordaan district, with 195 residents. Residents of the district give an average score of 8.82, based on six reviews. One resident says, "There's only one Jordaan! I was born and raised in this neighbourhood. I wouldn't want to swap this neighbourhood for any other district in Amsterdam." Another notes, "In this neighbourhood you will find a mixed population. Old and young, rich and less rich." The neighbourhood has a high share of single-person households at 40%.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. According to the agent, the home has underfloor heating throughout and a heat pump. The energy label is a rating of the home's energy performance, and no further details about the insulation are provided in the listing. The label does not indicate the structural condition of the home.
