- Living area
- About 111 m²
- Contents
- About 446 m³
- Construction year
- Built in Voor 1906
- Number of rooms
- 5 rooms (2 bedrooms)
Welcome to this charming and cheerful apartment located at the iconic Prinsengracht number 355A, right in the heart of bustling Amsterdam. This special canal house is part of the Rijksmonument 'Het Root Hart II' and offers a unique combination of historical allure and modern comfort. You have access to no less than 111m2 of luxury living space, spread over the bel-etage and the basement. Upon entering the bel-etage, you are greeted by a majestic entrance that leads to your own front door.
From here you reach a spacious L-shaped living room, equipped with parquet flooring and high windows on both the front and back sides. The beautiful parquet floor and impressive ceiling height of approximately 3.85 meters enhance the elegant ambiance of the space.
The living room overlooks the Prinsen- and Lauriergracht at the front and the quiet, green backyard at the back. This is located on the east side and is an impressive eight meters deep; a serene oasis of peace and green right in the heart of the city. The garden has a rear alley and provides access to a communal garden, storage space, and bicycle parking. The atmospheric kitchen is situated at the back and features windows looking out onto the garden. Via a staircase in the kitchen, you can easily step into this beautifully laid-out garden.
The basement (height approx. 2.10m) can be accessed via the stairs in the living room. Currently, the basement is set up as one large space, but it can easily be converted into two separate rooms, for example a bedroom and a home office or guest room. The spacious stylish bathroom on this floor is equipped with a bathtub, a separate shower, a sink, and a space connected to the washing machine/dryer hookup, and also has windows facing the garden for pleasant natural light. This is a comfortable house located on its own plot in a unique spot. Please contact us to arrange a viewing?
Classification:
Entrance: meter cupboard in the hallway, front door, hall, boiler cupboard, storage closet, through-room living room with semi-open kitchen on the garden side. In the living room a fixed staircase to the basement: freely divisible space (currently used as bedroom/TV room) with adjacent bathroom, including toilet and installation for washing machine/dryer. (City) garden in the east with access from here to the communal inner garden and storage space.
Ownership situation:
The property is located on its own land. There is therefore no inheritance lease fee payable!
VvE:
The property was split into condominium rights in 1994, and therefore you are legally a member of the VvE 't Root Hart II', consisting of 26 members. The management is handled by Velzel VvE services, and meetings are held on a regular basis. As of the balance date 31-12-2023, there is a positive balance of approximately € 100,000. All relevant documents are available through our office and can be requested. The monthly service costs currently amount to EUR 403.
Accessibility & surroundings:
This fantastic apartment is located in the heart of Amsterdam, within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal belt. The neighborhood is renowned for its historical charm, picturesque canals, monumental buildings, and vibrant city life. Filled with charming dining spots and cafés, it offers something for everyone: from traditional Dutch brown pubs to trendy coffee bars and sophisticated restaurants. You live right in the middle of 'The Nine Streets,' famous for its many boutiques, restaurants, and cafés. The area also provides quick access to everything Amsterdam's city center has to offer: cultural hotspots like the Anne Frank House and Westerkerk, as well as the picturesque Jordaan district with its narrow streets and charming canals. Public transportation, Central Station, the North-South Line, and various exit roads are all nearby.
Parking:
The property is located in the Centrum 2E permit area. According to the Amsterdam municipality website, the waiting time for a parking permit in this area is currently approximately 9 months; there is a reduced waiting time if there is a fully electric vehicle involved.
Details:
- Double basement house (maisonette) with garden and view of the canal
- Renovated (including foundation repair) around 1990
- 111 sqm net living area, gross 134 sqm
- Cheerful ceiling height on the mezzanine level: 3.77m
- City garden on the east (approx. 20 sqm), adjacent to the shared inner courtyard;}
- Characterful open-plan kitchen equipped with necessary (built-in) appliances;
- Spacious, stylish bathroom equipped with a bath tub, shower, sink, toilet, and laundry unit;
- Fully divisible basement, currently in use as 2 bedrooms;}
- Sufficient possibilities for setting up a home office, or second bedroom;
- Characteristic ridge layout with only glass and inset windows;}
- The VvE is professionally managed by Velzel VvE Services;
- Shared indoor courtyard with bicycle parking;
- Reservation of seller's right to sell;
- National monument;
- Delivery by mutual agreement;
The property has been measured in accordance with NEN2580. This measurement instruction is intended to apply a more clear-cut method of measuring for the purpose of providing an indication of the usable surface area. The measurement instruction does not completely rule out differences in measurement results, for example due to interpretation differences, rounding or limitations in carrying out the measurement. This information has been compiled by Thuis in Vastgoed B.V. with due care. However, we accept no liability whatsoever for any incompleteness, inaccuracy or otherwise, or the consequences thereof. All stated dimensions and areas are indicative. The buyer has his own duty of inquiry regarding all matters that are important to him. With regard to this property, Thuis in Vastgoed B.V. is the seller's agent. We advise you to engage an NVM/MVA real estate agent, who will assist you with his expertise in the purchase process. If you do not wish to engage professional guidance, you consider yourself, according to law, sufficiently expert to be able to oversee all matters that are important. The general consumer terms of the NVM apply.
** ENGLISH TEXT**
Welcome to this charming and spacious apartment, located at the iconic Prinsengracht 355A, right in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam. This special canal house is part of the national monument "Het Root Hart II" and offers a unique combination of historical allure and modern comfort. With a generous 111m² of luxurious living space spread across the ground floor and the basement, you’ll have plenty of room to enjoy. Upon entering the elevated ground floor, you are greeted by a grand entrance that leads to your own front door.
From here, you’ll reach a spacious L-shaped living room, featuring a parquet floor and large windows both at the front and back of the apartment. The stunning parquet floor and the impressive ceiling height of approximately 3.85 meters enhance the elegant feel of the space.
The living room offers views over both the Prinsengracht and Lauriergracht at the front, and a peaceful, green garden at the back. This garden, located on the east side and stretching 8 meters deep, is a serene oasis of greenery in the heart of the city. It has a back entrance and provides access to a communal garden, storage space, and a bike shed. The cozy kitchen is located at the rear with windows overlooking the garden. A staircase in the kitchen leads directly into this beautifully landscaped garden.
The basement (approx. 2.10m in height) is accessible via a staircase from the living room. Currently, the basement is designed as one large space but could easily be divided into two separate rooms, such as a bedroom and a study or guest room. The spacious bathroom on this level is equipped with a bathtub, separate shower, sink, and a designated area for a washing machine/dryer. It also features windows looking out into the garden, providing pleasant natural light. This is a comfortable home in a unique location. Please contact us for a viewing!
Layout:
Entrance: electrical cabinet in the hallway, front door, hall, utility room, storage closet, living room with semi-open kitchen on the garden side. In the living room, a fixed staircase leads to the basement: a freely adjustable space (currently used as a bedroom/guest room) with an adjoining bathroom, including a toilet and setup for a washing machine/dryer. City garden on the east side with access to the communal inner garden and storage space.
Ownership status:
The property is situated on freehold land. There is no ground rent payable!
Homeowners Association (VvE):
The building was divided into apartment rights in 1994, and you automatically become a member of the VvE "'t Root Hart II," consisting of 26 members. Management is handled by Velzel VvE services, and regular meetings are held. As of the balance sheet date of 31-12-2023, there is a surplus of approximately €100,000. All relevant documents are available through our office. The monthly service costs are currently €403, including heating costs.
Accessibility & surroundings:
This fantastic apartment is located in the heart of Amsterdam, within the canal belt, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This area is known for its historic charm, picturesque canals, monumental buildings, and lively city life. The neighborhood is filled with delightful eateries and cafes, ranging from traditional Dutch "brown bars" to trendy coffee shops and fine dining restaurants. You are in the middle of "de negen Straatjes" known for its boutiques, restaurants, and cafes. You also have quick access to everything the city center has to offer: from cultural hotspots like the Anne Frank House and Westerkerk to the picturesque Jordaan district with its narrow streets and charming canals. Public transport, Central Station, the North-South metro line, and various highways are all nearby.
Parking:
The property is located in parking permit area Centrum 2E. According to the Amsterdam municipality website, the current waiting time for a parking permit in this area is approximately 9 months, with a shorter waiting time for fully electric vehicles.
Features:
- Duplex apartment (maisonnette) with a garden and canal views
- Renovated (including foundation restoration) around 1990
- 111m² of living space, gross 134m²
- Impressive ceiling height on the ground floor: 3.77m
- East-facing city garden (approx. 20m²), adjacent to a communal garden
- Atmospheric and well-maintained kitchen with necessary (built-in) appliances
- Spacious bathroom with bathtub, shower, sink, toilet, and setup for washing machine/dryer
- Flexible basement layout, currently used as 2 sleeping areas
- Ample possibilities for a home office or 3rd bedroom
- Characteristic window design with single glazing combined with secondary windows
- VvE is professionally managed by Velzel VvE Services
- Communal inner garden with bicycle storage
- Seller’s approval required
- National monument
- Delivery in consultation Lees de volledige omschrijving
Transfer
- Asking price
- € 1,085,000 netto
- Status
- Under bid
- Acceptance
- In consultation
- Contribution VvE
- € 403,00 per maand
Construction
- Object type
- Basement apartment
- Type of construction
- Existing construction
- Construction year
- Voor 1906
Area and content
- Living area
- 111 m²
- Contents
- 446 m³
- External storage space
- 3 m²
Classification
- Number of rooms
- 5 rooms (2 bedrooms)
- Number of bathrooms
- 1 bathroom
- Bathroom facilities
- Ligbad, toilet, wastafel, en wastafelmeubel
- Number of floors
- 2 living levels
- Located at
- Ground floor
Energy
- Heating
- CV boiler
- Hot water
- CV boiler
- Boiler
- Gas gestookt combiketel uit 2020, huur
Outdoor space
- Location
- Aan vaarwater, aan water en in centrum
- Garden
- Back garden
- Dimensions backyard
- 18 m² (8,40 meter diep en 2,15 meter breed)
- location of garden
- Located in the east
Mine space
- Shed / storage
- Detached wooden garage
Parking facility
- Type of parking facility
- Paid parking and parking permits
VvE check list
- Company Registration at KvK
- Yes
- Annual meeting
- Yes
- Periodic contribution
- Ja (€ 403,00 per maand)
- Reserve fund present
- Yes
- Maintenance plan
- No
- Saddle insurance
- Yes
Mortgage costs indicator
Own contribution:
Savings / excess value
Interest:
Lowest 10-year interest rate
Lowest 10-year interest rate
2,83% - Centraal Beheer Groen... - NHG
3,1% - Centraal Beheer Groen L... - 80%
Lowest 20-year interest rate
3,26% - Argenta Groen Hypothee... - NHG
3,47% - Argenta Groen Hypothee... - 80%
Lowest 30-year interest rate
3,43% - Argenta Groen Hypothee... - NHG
3,64% - Argenta Groen Hypothee... - 80%
Mortgage:
Gross monthly expenses: € 0 p/m
Net monthly expenses: € 0 p/m
How do we calculate this?
The interest rate is based on the lowest 10-year fixed rate for a single mortgage part. The stated rate (3.1% zonder NHG) was verified on 05-12-2025. This calculation is based on an annuity mortgage that is fully repaid, with monthly payments remaining the same throughout the entire term. The actual interest rate and net monthly costs may vary depending on your personal situation and the mortgage provider. Consult a financial advisor for an accurate calculation and advice. No rights can be derived from this calculation; it is for indicative purposes only.
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Residents of Amsterdam
Statistics for postal code area 1016
- Total number of inhabitants
- 10980 residents
- Men
- 52%
- Women
- 48%
Residents of Amsterdam
Statistics for postal code area 1016
- until 15 years
- 7%
- 15 to 25 years
- 10%
- 25 to 35 years
- 39%
- 45 to 65 years
- 26%
- 65 and older
- 17%
Households in Amsterdam
Statistics for postal code area 1016
- Single without children
- 66%
- Multiple persons without children
- 23%
- Households without children
- 89%
Households in Amsterdam
Statistics for postal code area 1016
- Households with one child
- 4%
- Households with multiple children
- 7%
- Households with children
- 11%
Homes in Amsterdam
Statistics for postal code area 1016
- Housing for 1945
- 76%
- Houses between 1945 and 1965
- 1%
- Houses between 1965 and 1975
- 1%
- Houses between 1975 and 1985
- 5%
- Houses between 1985 and 1995
- 12%
Homes in Amsterdam
Statistics for postal code area 1016
- Homes between 1995 and 2005
- 2%
- Homes between 2005 and 2015
- 2%
- Homes after 2015
- 2%
- Rented apartments
- 70%
- Purchase properties
- 30%
Other income Amsterdam
Statistics for postal code area 1016
- Average WOZ value
- € 588.000,-
- People under 65 with disability benefits
- Niet beschikbaar
Other income Amsterdam
Statistics for postal code area 1016
- Addresses per square kilometer
- 11371
- "Urbanity (scale 1 to 5)"
- 100%
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