Leidsegracht-Zuid, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis monumental 1719 townhouse on the Leidsegracht is a rare find. With 230 m² of living space spread over several floors, it offers generous proportions that are hard to come by in the city centre. The asking price of €3,280,000 is the highest of the eight homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood and sits 143% above the local average, a reflection of its size and prime canal location. For context, terraced houses in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its sheer scale.
Leidsegracht-Zuid is part of Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed Grachtengordel, a neighbourhood of narrow streets, historic buildings and a lively mix of residents. With 710 inhabitants, it's a compact area where singles make up a large share (270 one-person households) and the average household size is just 1.6. The streets are busy, with an address density of over 10,000 per km², about as urban as it gets. There are no resident reviews available for this specific street, but the neighbourhood Leidsegracht-Zuid is known for its central location and historic charm.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan, is a five-minute walk, while Barlaeus Gymnasium for secondary education is also within easy reach. A park or public garden is a ten-minute walk, and the nearest train station is 2.3 km away, a short cycle or tram ride. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and culinary highlights you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Broersma Wonen. The energy label is E, which means heating costs will be significant, something to factor in for a property of this age and size.
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Leidsegracht 1, Amsterdam
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About Leidsegracht 1, Amsterdam
The asking price is 143% above the neighbourhood average of €1,348,000 and is the highest of the eight homes currently for sale in Leidsegracht-Zuid. However, this home is also 78% larger than the average (230 m² vs 129 m²) and sits on a canal in a location. Whether it's fair depends on how you value the extra space and historic character.
Leidsegracht-Zuid is a dense, historic part of the Grachtengordel with a very high address density. It's a mix of singles and couples, with few children. The area is lively and central, with shops, restaurants and cultural venues on your doorstep. Crime figures are relatively high (273 total offences), but that's typical for a busy city-centre neighbourhood.
The home has an energy label E, which is common for a property built in 1719. In the neighbourhood, 40% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home with better insulation.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away. That's about a 10-minute cycle or a short tram ride.
Yes, several schools are within walking distance. The nearest primary school, 14e Montessorischool De Jordaan, is about 500 m away. For secondary education, Barlaeus Gymnasium is around 600 m. There are also other options within a kilometre.
Currently, there are 8 homes for sale in Leidsegracht-Zuid. The average asking price is €1,348,000, and the average size is 129 m². This home is the largest and most expensive on the market.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Leidsegracht-Zuid
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