Homes for sale in Felix Meritisbuurt, Amsterdam
Discover homes for sale in Felix Meritisbuurt and view the current supply, average asking prices and selling times directly at the top of this page.
House prices and market figures Felix Meritisbuurt, Amsterdam
The owner-occupied market in the Felix Meritisbuurt is among the most expensive in Amsterdam. Of the more than 1,480 homes in the neighbourhood, 39% are owner-occupied, while 60% are rented out, largely by private landlords. The average WOZ value is €908,000, which is slightly below the district average of Grachtengordel-West (€948,000), but almost double the Amsterdam average of €517,000. This says a lot about the position of this neighbourhood in the city.
Over the past twelve months, 34 homes changed hands, with an average purchase price of €1,153,147. The range runs from €450,000 to as much as €6,480,000, indicating that both compact apartments and exceptional canal houses come onto the market. With an average living area of 103 m², this works out to an average price of around €11,200 per m². The supply consists mainly of apartments in historic buildings, often with high ceilings and original details. New-build is rare here. At the top of this page, view the current asking prices and average selling time for the most recent market situation.
Living in Felix Meritisbuurt, Amsterdam
The Felix Meritisbuurt is one of the smaller neighbourhoods in the Grachtengordel, but it has a distinct character of its own. The neighbourhood is wedged between the Keizersgracht, the Prinsengracht and the Leidsestraat, and is dominated by 17th- and 18th-century canal houses that have largely been converted into apartments. Those who live here literally live in the historic heart of Amsterdam, but the daily experience is less touristy and busy than you might expect. The side streets around the Leliegracht and the Felix Meritisstraat itself are quiet and neighbourhood-oriented.
The atmosphere is urban but not anonymous. The neighbourhood attracts many highly educated people in their thirties and forties, which is reflected in the demographic composition: the 25 to 45 age group is by far the largest with 825 residents. Single-person households form the majority, although families also live here. The average income of €76,800 is clearly above the Amsterdam average, and 78% of residents have a high level of education.
For daily groceries, you can go to the Albert Heijn on the Leidsestraat or the supermarkets towards the Haarlemmerstraat. The Negen Straatjes are within walking distance and offer a dense network of specialist shops, cafés and boutiques. For a green escape, Vondelpark is a bike ride away, and Westerpark is a bit further but easily accessible. Schools in the immediate vicinity are limited, but the city centre has several primary schools within cycling distance.
In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores highly for cyclists and public transport users. Tram lines 1, 2 and 5 run via the Leidsestraat and Keizersgracht, and from Amsterdam Central Station you are ten minutes away by tram. By car, parking is a serious issue: paid parking applies here all week and a parking permit is hard to get. Most residents therefore cycle daily.
Residents appreciate the central location and the atmosphere of the neighbourhood. On the neighbourhood main page of Felix Meritisbuurt you will find all resident reviews and neighbourhood scores. One resident writes: "You really live right in the city here, but the neighbourhood itself is surprisingly quiet. You do have to get used to the tourists at the weekend." Criticisms that come up more often are parking, the crowds around the Leidsestraat on busy days and the limited play space for children.
Compared to neighbouring areas such as Leidsegracht-Noord and Leliegracht en omgeving, the Felix Meritisbuurt has a slightly more compact housing stock and a somewhat quieter street profile. Langestraat en omgeving offers more diversity in housing types but less of the classic canal house appearance.
Is a home for sale in Felix Meritisbuurt right for you?
Living in Felix Meritisbuurt is reserved for buyers with a substantial budget. With an average purchase price of over €1.1 million and an entry price of €450,000 for the smallest apartments, this is not a neighbourhood for first-time buyers with a limited mortgage. Movers-up and dual-income couples with experience in the Amsterdam market are more at home here. Overbidding is common, especially for well-located apartments with authentic details. Supply is limited: only 34 transactions in a year indicates how scarce available owner-occupied homes are. If you are more flexible in terms of tenure, you can also look at rental homes in Felix Meritisbuurt, where supply is larger.
What residents say about the Felix Meritisbuurt
Residents generally rate the Felix Meritisbuurt positively, particularly on location, atmosphere and liveability. The neighbourhood scores high on accessibility and lower on parking and play facilities for children. One resident sums it up: "This is the neighbourhood where you want to live in Amsterdam if you love the city but not the chaos." View all reviews and partial scores on the overview page of the Felix Meritisbuurt.
Compare homes for sale in and around the Felix Meritisbuurt
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Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Felix Meritisbuurt?
The average purchase price in Felix Meritisbuurt over the past twelve months was €1,153,147, based on 34 sold homes. Prices ranged from €450,000 to €6,480,000. With an average living area of 103 m², this works out to an average price of approximately €11,200 per m². This makes it one of the more expensive neighbourhoods in Amsterdam.
What is the WOZ value in Felix Meritisbuurt?
The average WOZ value in Felix Meritisbuurt is €908,000. That is slightly below the average for the Grachtengordel-West district (€948,000), but almost double the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The high WOZ value reflects the location in the historic city centre and the quality of the canal houses.
What is it like to live in Felix Meritisbuurt?
Living in Felix Meritisbuurt means living in one of the most beautiful parts of Amsterdam's canal belt, surrounded by 17th- and 18th-century buildings. The neighbourhood is urban but has quiet side streets. Residents appreciate the central location and the atmosphere, although parking and the bustle around Leidsestraat are known points of attention. The population is young, highly educated, and predominantly working.
Is Felix Meritisbuurt suitable for families with children?
The neighbourhood is not the most obvious choice for families with young children. There is little play space in the immediate vicinity and primary schools are not on the doorstep. Nevertheless, families do live here, partly thanks to the good accessibility and the proximity of Vondelpark. The high house prices are a barrier for many families when buying in Felix Meritisbuurt.
How accessible is Felix Meritisbuurt?
The neighbourhood is excellently accessible by bicycle and public transport. Tram lines 1, 2 and 5 run via Leidsestraat and take you to Amsterdam Central Station in ten minutes. By car, the neighbourhood is less practical: parking is paid and a permit is difficult to obtain. Most residents therefore get around by bike or public transport.
What type of homes are for sale in Felix Meritisbuurt?
The supply consists almost exclusively of apartments in historic canal houses from the 17th and 18th centuries. Think upper-floor apartments, basement apartments or maisonettes, often with high ceilings, original facade details and wooden floors. New-build or single-family homes are hardly found here. Buying an apartment in Felix Meritisbuurt therefore also requires attention to the state of maintenance and any VvE contributions.
How scarce is the supply of owner-occupied homes in Felix Meritisbuurt?
Supply is limited. In the past twelve months, only 34 homes were sold in the neighbourhood, while 60% of the housing stock is rented out. Anyone wanting to buy a home in Felix Meritisbuurt must therefore be patient and able to act quickly. Overbidding is common for sought-after properties. See the current supply at the top of the page for the most recent availability.
