Felix Meritisbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis monumental 1900 townhouse on the Keizersgracht is a rare find in Amsterdam's Grachtengordel. With 672 m² of living space spread over multiple floors, it offers generous proportions that are hard to come by in the city centre. The asking price of €6,000,000 is 193% above the neighbourhood average of €2,047,568, reflecting its exceptional size and location. For context, terraced houses in Amsterdam in this price bracket are scarce.
The Felix Meritisbuurt is part of the Grachtengordel-West, a UNESCO World Heritage area. It's a dense, historic neighbourhood with a very high address density (11,724 per km²). The population is diverse: many singles (895 one-person households) and a mix of ages, with a notable share of 25-45 year olds. There are no resident reviews available for this area, but the neighbourhood is known for its cultural institutions and lively streets. The neighbourhood Felix Meritisbuurt is one of Amsterdam's most central and prestigious.
Daily life here revolves around the nearby amenities. For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For fresh bread or a quick bite, there's an AH to go within a ten-minute walk. Families with children have several schools within walking distance: the 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan and Theo Thijssenschool are both a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers a wide range of cultural and recreational options, from museums to parks.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including De Groot & Compagnons and Eerenberg Makelaars & Taxateurs B.V.
Details of this home
Keizersgracht 215, Amsterdam
Data from Felix Meritisbuurt
Data from Felix Meritisbuurt
155 within 5 km
217 within 5 km
About Keizersgracht 215, Amsterdam
The asking price of €6,000,000 is 193% above the neighbourhood average of €2,047,568. However, this home is also 300% larger than the average (672 m² vs 168 m²). The price per m² works out to about €8,929, which is below the neighbourhood average of €13,167 per m². So while the total price is high, it reflects the exceptional size and location.
The home has energy label C. This is a mid-range label, meaning the home is reasonably efficient but not as efficient as modern builds. In the neighbourhood, 37.5% of homes have label C, while 40.6% have a lower label (D or worse). You can expect moderate energy costs, but improvements like double glazing or insulation could help.
The nearest train station is 2 km away. This is a reasonable distance for a city-centre location; you can cycle there in about 8 minutes or take a tram. The station provides connections to other parts of Amsterdam and beyond.
There are several schools within walking distance. The 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan (primary) is 448 m away, and the Theo Thijssenschool (primary) is 536 m away. For secondary education, the nearest school is 0.9 km away. The area has a total of 217 schools within 5 km, so there is plenty of choice.
Currently, there are 44 homes for sale in the Felix Meritisbuurt. The average asking price is €2,047,568, with a median of €1,250,000. Prices range from €350,000 to €9,500,000. In the past year, 82 homes were sold, with an average selling price of €1,408,085 and an average time on market of 64 days.
The neighbourhood recorded 466 total crimes in the latest data. This is a relatively high number, but it's important to note that the area is very densely populated and a central tourist hub. The figure includes all types of crime, from theft to vandalism.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Felix Meritisbuurt