Homes for sale in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde, Amsterdam
Looking for a home to buy in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde? Check the current listings, resident reviews and neighbourhood data on this page.
Purchase prices in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde: WOZ value well above the Amsterdam average
Owner-occupied homes in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde are scarce, and that is reflected in the prices. Only 19% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes; the rest is rented out, largely by private landlords. The average WOZ value is €557,000, which is higher than the municipal average of €517,000 for Amsterdam. Over the past twelve months, 54 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €738,759. The range runs from €295,000 to €2,300,000, showing how diverse the supply is: from compact apartments on higher floors to wide canal houses. These are almost exclusively apartments, as detached houses or single-family homes are not found here. See the current supply and the average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent status.
Living in the Red Light District: tourism, canals and surprisingly good neighbours
Living in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde is a conscious choice. You live in the oldest part of Amsterdam, surrounded by canals, narrow alleys and centuries-old facades. The Oudezijds Voorburgwal, the Kloveniersburgwal and the Zeedijk define the atmosphere. On the one hand, that is the big plus; on the other hand, it is also the daily reality: at weekends, tourists flood in, which sometimes makes it difficult to just pop to the supermarket. Max describes it aptly: he loves living there, but acknowledges that weekend tourism sometimes makes life difficult. Jurgo calls the neighbourhood pleasantly busy, with good amenities and lovely neighbours. On the neighbourhood page of Burgwallen-Oude Zijde you will find all resident experiences and sub-scores. The overall rating from residents is 8.2 based on reviews on Buurtje.nl.
Amenities score a perfect 10 from residents, and that is accurate. Within walking distance you have several supermarkets, including an Albert Heijn at Nieuwmarkt, countless speciality shops, the Waterloopleinmarkt and a wide range of hospitality venues. The Nieuwmarkt itself is a daily meeting place. For green spaces you have to go a bit further: Sarphatipark or Vondelpark are within cycling distance, as there is little greenery in the neighbourhood itself, which is also reflected in the green score of 6.8. Schools in the area score well with residents (8.7), partly thanks to the proximity of primary schools in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Nieuwmarkt/Lastage. The safety score is remarkably high at 9.2, which is a positive sign for an area with so much nightlife and tourism.
Accessibility is excellent. Nieuwmarkt metro station (lines 51, 53, 54) is within walking distance, as is Central Station for train connections to the rest of the Netherlands. Tram and bus lines run via Prins Hendrikkade and Damrak. By bike you are within minutes in the Jordaan, the Grachtengordel-West or the Haarlemmerbuurt. The nearby Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde offers similar urban dynamics but with a slightly different character. More information about living and staying in the city centre can also be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.
Who is a home for sale in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde suitable for?
Buying a home in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde is especially attractive for young professionals and couples without children who want to fully enjoy the city. Families with children are less likely to choose this area due to limited space and tourism. The average sale price of nearly €739,000 makes this not a starter market, and overbidding is common in this segment. Also take into account additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for homes above the starter exemption), notary costs and possible homeowners' association (VvE) contributions for apartments. Those who would rather first get a taste of the neighbourhood can also look at rental homes in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde as an intermediate solution.
Find your home for sale in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde and surroundings
Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you choose not just a home but also a neighbourhood. See at the top of this page the current supply, the average asking price and time to sell. Want to compare? Then also check the supply in neighbourhoods such as Nes en omgeving, Kop Zeedijk or the broader overview of homes for sale in Amsterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average purchase price of a home in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde was €738,759. Prices ranged from €295,000 to €2,300,000, depending on size, floor level, and condition of the property. The average sold apartment had an area of approximately 84 m².
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde?
When buying a home in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde, in addition to the purchase price, you also pay transfer tax (2% for homes above the starter exemption threshold), notary fees, and possible valuation costs. Apartments typically also have a monthly homeowners' association (VvE) contribution for building maintenance. In total, expect 3 to 6% on top of the purchase price in additional costs.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde?
The average WOZ value in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde is €557,000. This is higher than the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The WOZ value is relevant, among other things, for the amount of property tax and is reassessed annually by the municipality.
What type of homes can I buy in Burgwallen-Oude Zijde?
The supply consists almost entirely of apartments, often in historic canal houses or former warehouses. Single-family homes or detached houses are hardly found in this inner-city neighbourhood. Many apartments are located on higher floors without a lift, which is a point to consider during viewings.
How accessible is Burgwallen-Oude Zijde if you want to buy a home there?
Burgwallen-Oude Zijde is excellently accessible by public transport. Nieuwmarkt metro station is within walking distance and offers direct connections throughout the city. Amsterdam Central Station is a bike ride away, with train connections to the rest of the Netherlands. The neighbourhood scores a 9.2 on accessibility in resident reviews. However, driving and parking in this part of the city centre is difficult and expensive.
Lovely to live in. Everything perfectly accessible. At weekends, lots of tourists, which sometimes makes it a bit difficult to get around.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful lively neighbourhood, with good amenities. Lovely neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AII am generally very happy with my neighbourhood, all amenities are nearby, I have been living here very comfortably for years. The downside is that there is often a lot of rubbish on the streets.
Auto-translated to English by AILet's start with the most unpleasant aspect: in the evenings, it is unbearably noisy here. When you open the window in the living room during the summer evenings to let in some cool air, it is almost impossible to hear your interlocutor due to the street noise. Even in the bedroom, which overlooks the courtyard, you can hear the sounds of the street, including the crazy cries of tourists that can be heard until 5 a.m. In old buildings, it is forbidden to install new windows, and the old windows let in noise. Additionally, it often gets very, very dirty here, with mountains of garbage, especially in the mornings before the garbage truck has had time to pass. Apart from that, I really love this area. It's so beautiful here, and two of my favorite coffee shops in town are the Priesthood and the Old Church cafe. The proximity to the central station is very convenient, making it easy to travel. The most beautiful views of the city are always just around the corner.
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