Herengracht
Langestraat en omgeving, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodA rental on the Herengracht
This rental home on the Herengracht sits in the heart of Amsterdam's canal belt. This listing does not state a house number, postcode, property type, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €2,750 per month, the rent is 18% below the neighbourhood average of €3,344, which puts it on the keen side for the area. For a sense of what else is available, see rental homes in Amsterdam.
The Langestraat e.o. neighbourhood
The Langestraat e.o. neighbourhood is part of the Grachtengordel-West district, a UNESCO-listed area known for its historic architecture and lively streets. With around 1,920 residents, it is a compact urban enclave where most households are single people (58%) and a fifth of residents are 65 or older. The housing stock is predominantly flats, with only 9% single-family homes, and about half are owner-occupied. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here comes from the statistics. For more on the area, see the Langestraat e.o. neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily life here revolves around the canal-side streets and the nearby amenities. For groceries, the nearest supermarkets are an AH to go and an Albert Heijn, both just around the corner. For schools, the primary school de Burght is practically on your doorstep, while the Vinse School for secondary education is a couple of streets away. A GP practice is 300 metres away, and the nearest park is about a ten-minute walk. The area is densely urban, with a very high address density, so expect a bustling, city-centre feel. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
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About Herengracht, Amsterdam
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Listings has published only the street and price on Pararius.
Is €2,750 a fair rent for this area?
The rent is 18% below the neighbourhood average of €3,344, and the median rent in the area is €3,225. With the available rental stock ranging from €2,500 to €5,250, this home sits at the lower end of the range, so it is keenly priced for the neighbourhood.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Langestraat e.o. neighbourhood is a compact, densely populated area in the Grachtengordel-West district. Most residents live alone (58%), and there is a notable share of older residents (20% are 65 or older). The housing stock is mostly flats, and about half are owner-occupied. It is a very urban environment with a high address density.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
What schools are nearby?
The primary school de Burght is just 29 metres away, and the Vinse School for secondary education is 336 metres away. Other primary schools within a kilometre include Theo Thijssenschool Amsterdam and St. Antoniusschool, and the secondary school Het Cartesius Lyceum is just under a kilometre away.
What supermarkets are close by?
The nearest supermarkets are an AH to go at 387 metres and an Albert Heijn at 393 metres, both within a five-minute walk. There are several other Albert Heijn and AH to go branches within 500 metres, so daily shopping is convenient.
Statistics for Langestraat en omgeving
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,523,565 | €1,498,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €11,363 | – |
| Rent price | €3,521 p/m | €3,088 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €33 p/m | – |
Statistics for Grachtengordel-West
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,790,255 | €1,240,840 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €13,112 | – |
| Rent price | €3,816 p/m | €3,209 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €36 p/m | – |
Experiences from Amsterdam
How residents experience their municipality
IJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Amsterdam
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €824,500 | €693,776 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,901 | – |
| Rent price | €2,801 p/m | €2,614 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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Herengracht, Amsterdam
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