Kop Zeedijk, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1931 terraced house on Nieuwebrugsteeg sits in the heart of the old city, where the streets hum with life and the canals are never far away. With 142 m² of living space spread over several floors, it offers a rare combination of period character and generous proportions. The price of €1,100,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €710,727, but that reflects the exceptional size and location. For context, this is one of the larger terraced houses in Amsterdam currently available.
The neighbourhood Kop Zeedijk is a compact, densely populated area with a mix of centuries-old buildings, narrow streets, and a constant flow of tourists. Residents give it an average score of 8.19 out of 10, based on two reviews. One resident says: 'I am generally very happy with my neighbourhood, all amenities are nearby, I have been living here very comfortably for years. The downside is that there is often a lot of rubbish on the streets.' Another describes it as 'unbearably noisy and unbelievably beautiful', noting that summer evenings bring street noise until the early hours, but also praising the proximity to the central station and the area's beauty. The neighbourhood is home to mostly one-person households (580 out of 772 households), and the average household size is just 1.4.
For your morning bread, an AH to go is just around the corner, and a full Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. The St. Antoniusschool (primary) is a five-minute walk, while the Burght and De Witte Olifant are also within easy reach. The municipality Amsterdam offers everything you'd expect from a capital city, with restaurants, museums, and parks all within a short distance. The nearest park or public garden is about a ten-minute walk away, and the central station is a five-minute walk, making travel effortless.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Hoekstra en van Eck, Funda, Huispedia, and Pararius.
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Nieuwebrugsteeg 28, Amsterdam
Very good · 2 residents
I am generally very happy with my neighbourhood, all amenities are nearby, I have been living here very comfortably for years. The downside is that there is often a lot of rubbish on the streets.
Auto-translated to English by AILet's start with the most unpleasant aspect: in the evenings, it is unbearably noisy here. When you open the window in the living room during the summer evenings to let in some cool air, it is almost impossible to hear your interlocutor due to the street noise. Even in the bedroom, which overlooks the courtyard, you can hear the sounds of the street, including the crazy cries of tourists that can be heard until 5 a.m. In old buildings, it is forbidden to install new windows, and the old windows let in noise. Additionally, it often gets very, very dirty here, with mountains of garbage, especially in the mornings before the garbage truck has had time to pass. Apart from that, I really love this area. It's so beautiful here, and two of my favorite coffee shops in town are the Priesthood and the Old Church cafe. The proximity to the central station is very convenient, making it easy to travel. The most beautiful views of the city are always just around the corner.
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About Nieuwebrugsteeg 28, Amsterdam
The asking price of €1,100,000 is 55% above the average asking price in Kop Zeedijk (€710,727). However, this home is significantly larger than the neighbourhood average (142 m² vs 1398 m², note that the average includes many smaller units). Given its size, historic character, and central location, the price is on the high side but reflects the unique offering.
The home has energy label C. That means it meets a reasonable standard of efficiency, not the best, but far from the worst. You can expect moderate energy costs, though older buildings like this (built in 1931) may require some attention to insulation and heating.
Residents report that it can be very noisy, especially in the evenings and summer nights, with street noise and tourist activity audible even in bedrooms overlooking the courtyard. The old windows let in sound, and garbage collection can be an issue. If peace and quiet are a priority, this may not be the ideal spot.
You have several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk: an AH to go at 235 metres, another at 264 metres, a SPAR at 297 metres, and a full Albert Heijn at 334 metres. For daily groceries, you are well covered.
Amsterdam Centraal station is about 800 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk. That gives you direct connections to national and international destinations.
Primary schools within walking distance include St. Antoniusschool (363 m), de Burght (644 m), and De Witte Olifant (723 m). For secondary education, Vinse School (872 m) and Hyperion Lyceum (1.1 km) are options.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is 62 m², but that does not necessarily mean usable outdoor space, it could include the footprint of the house.
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