Lijnbaansgracht
Elandsgrachtbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA rental on the Lijnbaansgracht
This home on the Lijnbaansgracht sits in the heart of Amsterdam's Jordaan, a canal-lined area known for its historic charm and lively streets. The 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 €8,800 per month, the rent sits well above the neighbourhood average, reflecting the premium attached to this address. For context, rental homes in Amsterdam give a sense of what else is available across the city.
The Elandsgrachtbuurt
The Elandsgrachtbuurt neighbourhood is a compact, characterful pocket of the Jordaan. Based on three reviews, residents describe it as cosy and full of familiar faces. One resident says: "Cosy neighbourhood with familiar faces... Lots of familiar faces so everyone is somewhat known to each other." Another notes: "This 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." A third adds: "It's cosy here with many shops and eateries in the neighbourhood... Little to no trouble with crime." The area is densely populated, with a high proportion of single-person households and a mix of ages, giving it a distinctly urban, mixed feel.
Life on the street
Daily life here revolves around the neighbourhood's many small shops and eateries. For groceries, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, with Dirk and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For school runs, the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan and Basisschool Dr. Rijk Kramer are both within a short walk. The area is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which brings with it the full range of urban amenities, from restaurants and cafés to cultural venues. The tram network is well connected, and the city centre is easily reached.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through Hauzy and one other channel. The agent has not published full specifications for the property, so the details above reflect the street and neighbourhood rather than the home itself.
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About Lijnbaansgracht, Amsterdam
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Hauzy has published only the street and price for this home.
Is €8,800 a fair rent for this area?
The rent is 97% above the neighbourhood average of €4,458, making it the most expensive rental currently listed in the Elandsgrachtbuurt. The average rent in the area is €4,458, with the median at €4,125. This home sits at the top of the range, so it is on the high side compared with other listings in the neighbourhood.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents describe the Elandsgrachtbuurt as cosy, with familiar faces and a real mix of shops, pubs and eateries. One resident notes it is "a piece of Amsterdam" with old canals and a residential feel. Another mentions little trouble with crime and good public transport connections. It is a densely populated urban area with a high proportion of single-person households.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 2.6 km away. Tram connections are well regarded by residents, who note that the city centre is easily reached.
What amenities are nearby?
The neighbourhood has many shops and eateries within easy reach. Ekoplaza is 306 m away, Dirk 329 m, and Albert Heijn 386 m. For schools, the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan is 325 m away and Basisschool Dr. Rijk Kramer 346 m. A GP practice is 0.5 km away and a large supermarket 0.4 km.
How quickly do rentals in this area go?
Rentals in the Elandsgrachtbuurt are typically let within 20 days on average. There are currently 10 rental homes available in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €2,800 to €8,800.
