A studio on the water in the heart of Amsterdam
This studio sits on the Prins Hendrikkade, right on the water and in the centre of Amsterdam, in the Scheepvaarthuisbuurt. It is a compact home with a rich history, built in 1769. The asking price is €375,000. For context, studios in Amsterdam vary widely in price, but this one stands out for its location and compact size.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this studio has 2 rooms, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom, spread over a single floor on the third storey. The living area is listed as 29 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 28 m². The home comes with double glazing and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler with underfloor heating throughout. It is a freehold property, so you own the land as well as the building. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €104.21.
Life in the Scheepvaarthuisbuurt
The Scheepvaarthuisbuurt is a small, tight-knit enclave within the Nieuwmarkt/Lastage district. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.91 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood, people look out for each other." Another adds: "We live in a nice quiet neighbourhood and contact with the surroundings is also pleasant." The area is home to about 760 people, and most households are single-person, which fits the compact, urban vibe. For more on what this area is like, see the Scheepvaarthuisbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. A SPAR supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For primary education, the St. Antoniusschool is a five-minute walk, and De Witte Olifant is also close by. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Oudemans, and the BENU Apotheek W.H. v.d. Meulen pharmacy is nearby. For public transport, the IJtunnel bus stop is on your doorstep, with night lines N91 and N93, and the Amsterdam, IJtunnel stop just a bit further offers lines 305, 314, 316, 391, and several night lines. Amsterdam Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away, connecting you to the rest of the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was set at €275,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 36% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 27%, from €216,000 to €275,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 67 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the climate risk data shows medium pluvial flooding risk, elevated flood risk currently, and low flood risk by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Heeren Makelaars and other listings. The agent is Heeren Makelaars.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Prins Hendrikkade 153-1, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €375,000 is 36% above the WOZ value of €275,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price reflects the compact size of this studio and its central location on the water.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this studio has 2 rooms, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom, all on a single floor on the third storey. The living area is listed as 29 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 28 m². The home has double glazing and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler with underfloor heating throughout.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value was €275,000 on 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, it has increased by 27%, from €216,000 in 2020 to €275,000 in 2025. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area, though the WOZ value is a municipal assessment and may differ from the actual market price.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The area-level noise data shows that road traffic noise is 67 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 50 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken inside this specific home.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
A SPAR supermarket is just around the corner at 302 metres, and an Albert Heijn is 334 metres away. For primary education, the St. Antoniusschool is 339 metres away, and De Witte Olifant is 391 metres away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Oudemans at 484 metres, and the BENU Apotheek W.H. v.d. Meulen pharmacy is 438 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Scheepvaarthuisbuurt is a small neighbourhood within the Nieuwmarkt/Lastage district. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.91 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood, people look out for each other." Another notes: "Quiet neighbourhood and generally friendly people." The area has about 760 residents, with a high share of single-person households.
How is the public transport connection?
The IJtunnel bus stop is on your doorstep at 192 metres, with night lines N91 and N93. The Amsterdam, IJtunnel stop at 195 metres offers lines 305, 314, 316, 391, and several night lines. Amsterdam Centraal train station is 778 metres away, about a ten-minute walk, providing national rail connections.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1769, and the area is a KCAF attention zone where 100% of properties were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
