Plantage Lepellaan 2
Plantage, Amsterdam
AreaA classic Amsterdam townhouse on a leafy street
This terraced house on Plantage Lepellaan sits in one of Amsterdam's most charming corners. Built in 1853, it has 103 m² of living space and a 75 m² plot. The asking price of €1,440,000 is 16% above the neighbourhood average of €1,243,333, which puts it on the high side for the area. For context, terraced houses in Amsterdam vary widely in price.
The Plantage neighbourhood
Plantage is a quiet, green pocket of Amsterdam, known for its 19th-century architecture and proximity to Artis zoo. With 2,520 residents, it's a mix of singles (835 one-person households) and couples without children (435 households). The average household size is 1.6, and the area feels calm yet central. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the data: a well-to-do, mature area with a high proportion of older homes. The Plantage neighbourhood has a strong sense of history.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy: the nearest Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there's an AH to go a couple of streets away. For schools, the Metis Montessori Lyceum (secondary) is a five-minute walk, and Dr. E. Boekmanschool (primary) is similarly close. The area is very urban (address density 7,316 per km²), so everything you need is within walking distance. The municipality of Amsterdam offers a dense network of amenities.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Broersma Wonen. The details are based on the listing as it stands.
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About Plantage Lepellaan 2, Amsterdam
Is €1,440,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price is 16% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€1,243,333). Given that the average sold price in the area is €1,204,861, the price is on the high side. However, this is a terraced house in a sought-after part of Amsterdam, and the property has an energy label B.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. Label B is quite efficient, meaning you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. It does not directly indicate the condition of the insulation or heating system.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride. The listing does not specify which station, but given the location, it is likely Amsterdam Muiderpoort or Amsterdam Amstel.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Plantage is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a mix of singles and couples. It has a high proportion of older homes (55% built before 1945) and a low crime rate relative to the city. The area is very urban but feels peaceful, with Artis zoo and the Hortus Botanicus nearby.
Are there good schools nearby?
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. The Metis Montessori Lyceum (secondary) is 310 m away, and Dr. E. Boekmanschool (primary) is 354 m away. Other primary schools like OBS Aldoende and De Dapper are also within a ten-minute walk.
What supermarkets are close by?
The nearest Albert Heijn is 327 m away, just around the corner. There is also an AH to go at 576 m, and a SPAR express at 674 m. For daily groceries, you have several options within a five- to ten-minute walk.
How old is the house and what condition is it in?
The house was built in 1853. The listing does not provide details about the condition of the property, so you would need to view it to assess the state of the installations, roof, and finishes. The energy label B suggests reasonable efficiency.
