A room on the Herengracht
This is a room for rent on the Herengracht, one of Amsterdam's most famous canals. This listing does not state a house number, postcode, 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 room itself. At €950 per month, the rent sits well below the average for rooms in Amsterdam, which is a notable point for anyone looking in this part of the city.
The Langestraat e.o. neighbourhood
The Langestraat e.o. neighbourhood is part of the Grachtengordel-West district, a canal-belt area known for its historic streets and central feel. Based on CBS figures, the area is home to a mix of ages, with a large share of one-person households and a smaller number of families with children. The housing stock is mostly rental, which fits the character of this central district. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here comes from the data alone. For a broader view of the area, you can look at the Langestraat e.o. neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily life here revolves around the canal ring, with plenty within easy reach. For groceries, the nearest Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and an AH to go is a couple of streets away, so picking up bread or essentials is straightforward. Schools are also close by: de Burght primary school is on your doorstep, and Vinse School for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The train station is about 1.5 km away, which is a ten-minute walk or a short cycle. This is a lively, central part of the municipality of Amsterdam, where the canals and historic buildings set the tone.
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At the time of writing, this room is listed only via Kamernet.
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Frequently asked questions
About Herengracht, Amsterdam
Is €950 a fair price for this room?
The rent of €950 is about 75% below the average for rooms in this neighbourhood, which stands at €1,550. That makes it a relatively affordable option in a central Amsterdam location. However, the listing does not state the floor area, so it is not possible to compare the price per square metre with other rentals in the area.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Kamernet has published only the street and price for this room. As a result, the exact location within the street and some neighbourhood figures may differ from the actual room.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is an AH to go at about 387 metres, and a full Albert Heijn is at roughly 393 metres. Both are within a five-minute walk, so daily shopping is convenient. There are also several other supermarkets within half a kilometre, including another Albert Heijn and an AH to go.
What schools are nearby?
The closest school is de Burght, a primary school just 29 metres away. Vinse School, a secondary school, is about 336 metres from the room. Several other primary schools, such as Theo Thijssenschool and St. Antoniusschool, are within a kilometre, along with Het Cartesius Lyceum for secondary education.
How far is the train station?
The train station is about 1.5 km from the room. That is roughly a ten-minute walk or a short cycle, depending on your pace. The listing does not specify which station, but the distance gives a sense of the connection to the wider city.
