A room on the Herengracht
This is a room for rent on one of Amsterdam's most famous canals, the Herengracht. 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 €1,550 per month, the rent sits 58% below the neighbourhood average of €3,734, which is a keen price for the area. For context, the average rent for a room in the neighbourhood is €1,650, so this one is in line with that figure. You can compare it with other [rooms in Amsterdam]( /huurwoningen/amsterdam/kamers/ ) to see how it stacks up.
The Langestraat e.o. neighbourhood
The Langestraat e.o. neighbourhood is part of the Grachtengordel-West district, a historic canal belt in the heart of Amsterdam. With 1,885 residents, it is a compact area where single-person households dominate, making up 59% of all households. The age spread is broad, with a notable share of residents between 25 and 45, but also a significant group aged 65 and over. The housing stock is mixed, with just over half of the homes owner-occupied. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here is based on the official statistics. To get a fuller sense of the area, you can read more about [the Langestraat e.o. neighbourhood]( /buurt/langestraat-en-omgeving-amsterdam/ ).
Life on the street
Daily life here revolves around the canal and the compact streets around it. For groceries, the nearest Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there is an AH to go within a couple of streets away for a quick bite. For primary education, de Burght school is on your doorstep, while the Theo Thijssenschool is a ten-minute walk. Secondary options include Vinse School, a short stroll away, and Het Cartesius Lyceum, about a ten-minute walk. The area is well served by public transport, with the nearest train station about 1.5 km away. All of this sits within [the municipality of Amsterdam]( /gemeente/amsterdam/ ), which offers a dense network of amenities.
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About Herengracht, Amsterdam
Why is there no property details in this listing?
Kamernet has published only the street and price on their platform.
Is €1,550 a fair price for this room?
The rent is 58% below the neighbourhood average of €3,734, which is a significant difference. The average rent for a room in the neighbourhood is €1,650, so this room is priced slightly below that. Given the location on the Herengracht, the price appears keen compared with the wider rental market in the area.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Langestraat e.o. neighbourhood is a compact area within the Grachtengordel-West district. It has 1,885 residents, with a high proportion of single-person households at 59%. The age profile is mixed, with a large group aged 25 to 45 and a notable share of residents over 65. The housing stock is about half owner-occupied and half rental.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.5 km from the Herengracht. That is roughly a 20-minute walk, depending on your pace.
What schools are nearby?
For primary education, de Burght is on your doorstep, and the Theo Thijssenschool is about 700 metres away. For secondary education, Vinse School is about 340 metres away, and Het Cartesius Lyceum is just under a kilometre from the Herengracht. These are all within easy walking distance.
What supermarkets are close by?
The nearest supermarket is an AH to go at about 390 metres, and a full Albert Heijn is just a bit further at around 390 metres as well. There are several other Albert Heijn branches within 500 metres, so daily shopping is convenient without needing to travel far.
