Homes for sale in Elandsgrachtbuurt, Amsterdam
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House prices and market figures for Elandsgrachtbuurt, Amsterdam
House prices in Elandsgrachtbuurt are well above the Amsterdam average. Over the past twelve months, 68 homes changed hands at an average purchase price of €982,060. The range runs from €285,000 to €3,000,000, indicating that the market includes both smaller apartments and spacious canal houses. With an average sold area of 112 m², the price per square metre comes to around €8,768. For comparison, the average WOZ value in Elandsgrachtbuurt is €576,000, compared to €567,000 in the wider Jordaan and €517,000 for all of Amsterdam. The neighbourhood thus scores slightly higher than its own district and well above the municipal average. Only 24 percent of the housing stock is owner-occupied; 75 percent is rented out. This limited owner-occupancy rate results in a relatively tight supply. At the top of this page, see the current number of available homes for sale in Elandsgrachtbuurt and the current average asking price.
Living in Elandsgrachtbuurt, Amsterdam
Elandsgrachtbuurt lies in the heart of the Jordaan, nestled between the Elandsgracht, the Lijnbaansgracht and the Marnixstraat. It is a neighbourhood that feels urban without being hectic. The streets are narrow, the facades old and the canals ubiquitous. Anyone looking for a home to buy here will in most cases purchase an upstairs apartment or a canal house split into apartments, built in the seventeenth or eighteenth century, sometimes with a nineteenth-century mezzanine floor added. Single-family homes with a garden are rare; courtyard gardens and roof terraces are the alternatives.
The Elandsgracht itself is the commercial backbone of the neighbourhood. Here you will find a mix of small specialist shops, eateries and the weekly market on the Looiersgracht. For daily groceries, there are supermarkets within walking distance, including branches on the Marnixstraat and in the immediate vicinity of Leidseplein. Westerpark and Vondelpark are both within cycling distance, but the Jordaan gardens and small squares such as Elandsstraat also offer some greenery and space to sit for a while.
Accessibility is one of the strongest points. Trams 7, 10 and 17 run through or close to the neighbourhood and connect you within minutes to the city centre and Amsterdam Central and Amsterdam Lelylaan stations. By bike, you can reach Leidseplein or the Nine Streets in ten minutes. A car is essentially unnecessary, which is also reflected in the low energy figures: the average gas consumption of 800 m³ per year is low for Amsterdam, fitting the urban lifestyle of the residents.
Residents give the Elandsgrachtbuurt an overall score of 8.8 out of 10. Particularly high scores are for safety (10.0), amenities (9.7) and accessibility (9.0). Slightly lower, but still good, is beauty (7.3), which residents themselves attribute to the bustle and mess that tourism brings. One resident writes: "The neighbourhood feels safe and lively, you have everything within walking distance, but on busy days you do notice that you live in a tourist area." That is precisely the trade-off you have to make as a buyer: the location and character are unique, but the neighbourhood is not a quiet residential area.
Compared to neighbourhoods such as Marnixbuurt-Noord and the Driehoekbuurt, Elandsgrachtbuurt is slightly more central and busier. The Anjeliersbuurt-Noord and the Zaagpoortbuurt are quieter and sometimes offer a different type of home. If you are considering buying in the Jordaan, it is worth also looking at the supply of homes for sale in Jordaan as a whole.
Who is a home for sale in Elandsgrachtbuurt interesting for?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts people in their thirties and forties: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years old and the proportion of single-person households is high (1,965 of households). That says something about the type of home that dominates here: compact apartments and upstairs apartments, less suitable for families with young children looking for space and a garden. First-time buyers face an average purchase price of nearly one million euros; without existing equity or substantial personal funds, buying in Elandsgrachtbuurt is difficult. Overbidding is not uncommon in this segment. If you still want to live in the neighbourhood but buying is not an option now, check out the rental homes in Elandsgrachtbuurt as an alternative. Also be prepared for high service costs for HOA apartments in older buildings.
What residents say about Elandsgrachtbuurt
Based on 3 resident reviews, the neighbourhood scores an overall 8.8 out of 10. The highest subscores are for safety (10.0) and amenities (9.7); the lowest for beauty (7.3). One resident describes it as follows: "The neighbourhood feels safe and lively, you have everything within walking distance, but on busy days you do notice that you live in a tourist area." See all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the neighbourhood main page of Elandsgrachtbuurt.
Compare homes for sale in and around Elandsgrachtbuurt
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Elandsgrachtbuurt?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Elandsgrachtbuurt was €982,060. The range runs from €285,000 for a smaller apartment to €3,000,000 for a spacious canal house. With an average sold area of 112 m², the price per square metre is around €8,768. Keep in mind that overbidding is common in this segment.
What is the WOZ value in Elandsgrachtbuurt?
The average WOZ value in Elandsgrachtbuurt is €576,000. This is slightly above the district average of Jordaan (€567,000) and clearly above the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The higher WOZ value reflects the central location and historic buildings in the neighbourhood.
What is it like to live in Elandsgrachtbuurt?
Living in Elandsgrachtbuurt means life in a historic, urban environment with canals, narrow streets and a lively mix of shops and eateries. Residents give the neighbourhood a score of 8.8 out of 10, with high marks for safety and amenities. The downside is the tourist crowds, which slightly lower the beauty score to 7.3.
Is Elandsgrachtbuurt suitable for families?
The neighbourhood is popular among young couples and singles aged 25 to 45, but less obvious for families with children. Homes with a garden are rare and purchase prices are high. However, the neighbourhood scores a 9.0 for education, indicating good school facilities in the area. Families who value space and peace might be better off looking at neighbourhoods like Marnixbuurt-Noord or Anjeliersbuurt-Noord.
How accessible is Elandsgrachtbuurt?
Accessibility scores a 9.0 among residents. Several tram lines (7, 10 and 17) run through or past the neighbourhood, quickly connecting you to Amsterdam Central and other hubs. By bike, you are within ten minutes of the city centre or Leidseplein. A car is almost unnecessary; parking is also expensive and scarce.
What type of homes are for sale in Elandsgrachtbuurt?
The supply mainly consists of apartments and upper-floor homes in historic canal houses from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Single-family homes with a garden are rare. Many homes are part of a Homeowners' Association, which entails service costs. The average sold area over the past year was 112 m², but smaller starter apartments are also available.
How safe is Elandsgrachtbuurt?
Residents rate safety in Elandsgrachtbuurt with a perfect score of 10.0 out of 10. This is remarkably high for a centrally located Amsterdam neighbourhood. The area feels safe both day and night, partly due to the social control that arises in a densely populated, lively street. Tourist crowds at peak times are, however, experienced as less pleasant by some residents.
I think the Elandsgracht neighbourhood is great, actually the Jordaan too. Lots of familiar faces so everyone is somewhat known to each other. The Jordaan also has a large share of history with names like André Hazes, Willem Holleeder and tante Leen. In short, a nice neighbourhood where a lot happened back in the day and very nice neighbours!
Auto-translated to English by AIThis neighbourhood is really a piece of Amsterdam. Old canals, a bit messy, but cosy. You have those little shops and pubs there, a real mix of everything. By tram you're in the city centre in no time, so that's great. Tourists? Yes, you see them, but it doesn't really bother me. I feel quite safe there, despite the crowds.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's cosy here with many shops and eateries in the neighbourhood. In my opinion, my street is visited too much by loitering youths; my neighbours seem to find that cosy too. Little to no trouble with crime. Good public transport connections.
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