Spiegelbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis monumental 18th-century townhouse on the Prinsengracht is one of the most impressive homes currently for sale in the Spiegelbuurt. With 332 m² of living space spread over multiple floors, it offers a rare combination of historic character and generous proportions. The asking price of €4,250,000 is the highest of the 19 homes currently listed in the neighbourhood and sits 158% above the average asking price of €1,648,105, a reflection of its exceptional size and location. For context, terraced houses in Amsterdam in this price bracket are scarce.
The Spiegelbuurt is the heart of Amsterdam's famous canal belt, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It's a neighbourhood of narrow streets, antique shops, galleries and historic buildings. With an address density of 9,550 per km², it's one of the most urban areas in the country. The population is diverse: many singles (350 one-person households) and a relatively small number of families with children (75). The average household size is just 1.6. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the area is known for its lively yet refined atmosphere. The neighbourhood Spiegelbuurt is a sought-after address for those who value culture and history.
For your morning coffee, AH to go is just around the corner, and a full Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For organic groceries, Ekoplaza is a five-minute walk. The Barlaeus Gymnasium, a prestigious secondary school, is a couple of streets away, and several primary schools, including IKC De Kleine Reus and the Cornelis Vrijschool, are within a ten-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam provides all the urban amenities you'd expect, from museums to restaurants, many within walking distance.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through two channels: DSTRCT Amsterdam and DSTRCT | Forbes Global Properties on Funda.
Details of this home
Prinsengracht 725, Amsterdam
Data from Spiegelbuurt
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About Prinsengracht 725, Amsterdam
The asking price is 158% above the average asking price in the Spiegelbuurt (€1,648,105) and is the highest of the 19 homes currently for sale. However, this home is also 141% larger than the average (138 m²), so the price per m² is roughly in line with the neighbourhood average of €15,481/m². Given its monumental status and canal-side location, the price reflects its unique position in the market.
With 332 m² of living space, this home is 141% larger than the average home currently for sale in the Spiegelbuurt (138 m²). It also sits on a plot of 230 m², which is generous for a canal house. Most homes in the area are smaller, so this is an exceptionally spacious property.
The home has energy label C. This is a reasonable rating for a building from 1749, many historic homes in the area have labels D or lower. In the Spiegelbuurt, 26.7% of homes have label C, while 26.7% are D or lower. Label C means the home is moderately efficient, but you can expect higher energy costs than a modern home.
The nearest train station is 2.5 km away. That's about a 30-minute walk or a short tram ride. The area is well served by trams and buses, so public transport connections are good.
The Barlaeus Gymnasium (secondary school) is just around the corner at 292 m. For primary education, IKC De Kleine Reus is 591 m away, and the Cornelis Vrijschool is 637 m. Several other schools are within a ten-minute walk, making this a convenient location for families.
There are 19 homes for sale in the Spiegelbuurt at the moment. This home is the most expensive of those. In the past year, 36 homes were sold, with an average selling price of €871,889 and an average time on the market of 27 days, indicating a fairly active market.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Spiegelbuurt
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