Herengracht 472

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Iconic monumental building with rich history, located in the famous Golden Bend, the most prestigious part of the Amsterdam canals. Built in 1673, the double-wide house with central entrance, ornate pavement and borde staircases breathes history and is a paragon of classical architecture combined with modern amenities.

This is a unique opportunity to own a piece of Amsterdam history.

This five-storey property of approx. 1362 m² offers a wealth of authentic details that have been carefully preserved, leaving the rich history of the house beautifully visible. From the original ceilings and fireplaces to the ornate facade; each element tells a story from the past. At the same time, contemporary features such as 3 central heating boilers, front windows and solar panels have been added, contributing to comfort and sustainability.

The property has a renewed foundation and is currently partly used as a residential house and partly used as office space. The generous rooms are light and high, with large windows that offer stunning views over the canal at the front and the green rear garden at the back.

A unique feature of this canal house is the deep lush rear garden of 420 m², facing south. This serene garden offers an oasis of peace and privacy, ideal for relaxing or hosting guests. The garden is a rarity in the centre of Amsterdam and perfectly complements the stateliness of the property.

History
Herengracht 472 was built in 1673. The double residence was given a characteristic brick facade with festoons.

After 1673, the property changed hands several times and was finally bought in 1913 by Heinrich Carl Rehbock, who rented it out as office space, which has partly remained so ever since. In the 1970s, it was completely converted into living and office space, where, according to available documentation, the foundation was renewed.

The main entrance, in carved sandstone frame, on the bell floor gives access to the impressive vaulted stucco corridor no less than 19 metres long and 2.5 metres wide. The ceilings are basket arch in cross-section with an impressive height of 5 metres. From this corridor is access to the beautiful en suite period room and "Sael" on the right side of the property. The Sael features a richly decorated ceiling and a magnificent marble fireplace with matching mirror. Compared to the Sael, the front room's ceiling is modestly decorated but gives a spectacular view of the Golden Bend. The other period rooms on this floor are also as high as 5 metres and feature magnificent ceilings and fireplaces. The monumental staircase leads to the basement and further floors.

Surroundings
The location on the Herengracht, in the middle of the Golden Bend, is truly unrivalled. This part of the ring of canals is known for its grandeur and historical value. Here you live in the heart of the city, with the charm of the historic city centre and the tranquillity of the picturesque canals. Within walking distance you will find a wide range of cultural amenities, such as museums, theatres and around the corner in Spiegelstraat are many galleries.
The surrounding area offers a range of gastronomic and shopping options, while major highways and public transport are easily accessible. The new Vijzelgracht garage provides plenty of parking options in the area.

Herengracht 472 is more than a house; it is a symbol of elegance combined with historical allure.

Details:
- The zoning of the property is GD-1 which allows the property to be used in its entirety as living space but
also in its entirety as office space. A combination of these two functions, as is currently the case,
is also a possibility.
- Monumental double-wide canal house (gable width of approx. 15 metres)
- Backyard of approx. 420 m²
- The property is equipped with a goods lift from the basement to the top floor. The goods lift is
currently not in use.
- Renovation of the entire roof including the installation of insulation took place in 2020.
- Paintwork on both the interior, front and rear was recently carried out between 2020 and 2022.
- 20 solar panels have been installed on the renovated roof.
- At the rear, the entire property is equipped with electric awnings.
- The top floor is air-conditioned.

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Iconic monumental building with a rich history, located in the famous Golden Bend, the most prestigious part of Amsterdam's canal belt. Built in 1673, the house with double width has a central entrance, ornate sidewalk and open staircase radiates history and is an example of classic architecture combined with modern amenities.

This is a unique opportunity to own a piece of Amsterdama history.

This five-story property of approximately 1362 square feet offers a grand amount of authentic details that have been meticulously preserved, leaving the rich history of the house beautifully visible. From the original ceilings and fireplaces to the ornate facade, each element tells a story of the past. At the same time, contemporary features such as 3 central heating boilers, window fronts and solar panels have been added to contribute to comfort and sustainability.

The building has a new foundation and is currently used partly as a residence and partly as office space. The spacious rooms are bright and high, with large windows that offer a magnificent view of the canal in front and the green garden at the rear.

A unique feature of this canal house is the lush backyard of 420 m² facing south. This serene garden offers an oasis of peace and privacy, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The deep garden is a rarity in the centre of Amsterdam and perfectly complements the stateliness of the property.
A little history
Herengracht 472 was built in 1673. The canal house was given a characteristic brick facade with garlands.

After 1673, the property changed owners several times and was finally purchased in 1913 by Heinrich Carl Rehbock, who rented it out as office space, as it has partially remained ever since. In the 1970s, it was completely remodelled into residential and office space, and according to available documentation, the foundation was renewed.

The main entrance, in carved sandstone frame, gives access to the impressive vaulted stucco corridor of 19 metres long and 2.5 metres wide. The ceilings are vaulted in cross section with an impressive height of 5 meters. From this hallway you can access the beautiful en-suite period room and "Sael" on the right side of the property. The Sael has a richly decorated ceiling and a magnificent marble fireplace with matching mirror. The Front Room offers a spectacular view of the Golden Bend. The other period rooms on this floor are also up to 5 metres high and have magnificent ceilings and fireplaces. A monumental staircase leads to the basement and the other floors.

Surroundings
The location on the Herengracht, in the middle of the Golden Bend, is truly remarkable. This part of the canals is known for its grandeur and historical value. Here you live in the heart of the city, with the charm of the historic centre and the tranquility of the picturesque canals. Within walking distance you will find a wide range of cultural amenities such as museums, theatres and around the corner on Spiegelstraat are many galleries.
The area offers a variety of dining and shopping options, while car routes and public transportation are easily accessible. The new Vijzelgracht garage provides ample parking in the neighbourhood.
Herengracht 472 is more than a building; it is a symbol of elegance combined with historical charm.

Details:
- The destination of the property is GD-1, which means that the property can be used in its entirety as living space, but also as office space. The current use is a combination of these two functions, as is currently the case,

- Monumental canal house with facade width of approx. 15 meters
- Backyard of approx. 420 m²
- The property is equipped with a freight elevator from the basement to the top floor. The freight elevator is currently not in use
- Renovation, including insulation, of the entire roof took place in 2020.
- The interior, front and back of the building were repainted between 2020 and 2022.
- 20 solar panels have been installed on the renovated roof.
- At the rear, the entire property is equipped with electric awnings.
- The top floor is air conditioned.