Rare complete property of approx. 494 m² on own land - with garden with morning and evening sun and views over the water of Nicolaas Witsenkade.
On the quiet and charming Nicolaas Witsenkade, on the edge of Amsterdam's ring of canals, lies this impressive and characterful full property of approx. 494 m² usable area, divided over six floors and situated on private land. With a deep back garden, unobstructed views over the water and no fewer than three independent entrances, this is an exceptional opportunity in the heart of Amsterdam.
The property dates back to circa 1886 and is located in the popular Den Texbuurt, a quiet neighbourhood that feels like a village in the city. Thanks to its three separate entrances, the property is perfect for combining living, working, guest accommodation or rental.
Layout
Garden level (approx. 78 m²)
Accessible via private entrance at the front. This floor offers numerous possibilities, from independent studio to office, storage space or guest accommodation. Ideal also as a living floor with an open kitchen and French doors to the garden of approx. 65 m².
Ground floor (approx. 86 m²)
Through the stately private entrance there is access to the hall with ceiling height of 3.12 metres. At the front is the living room with beautiful views over the canal and quay. At the rear are the dining room with conservatory and the kitchen. The landing has a separate toilet and a cloakroom. From here there is access to both the basement and the first and second floors.
First floor (approx. 86 m²)
Two spacious, bright bedrooms with high ceilings. There is also a nice study at the front. The front bedroom has doors to the balcony facing south and fantastic views over the water of the Witsenkade. The rear bedroom also has a lovely (more spacious) balcony. The bathroom is centrally located. This floor also has a separate toilet with space for washer/dryer. This floor also has a nice ceiling height of three metres.
Second floor (approx. 86 m²)
From the exterior entrance on the Bel-Etage, you gain access to the upper house, divided over three floors. The second floor is currently set up as independent living space with bathroom and separate toilet. Here you will also find high ceilings, a balcony at the front and a generous balcony at the back. The kitchen is located at the rear. A bathroom is located in the middle of the flat.
Third floor (approx. 86 m²)
The third floor currently shares an entrance with the fourth floor. This floor is also set up as a self-contained flat, complete with kitchen at the rear, balcony at the rear and a ceiling height of almost 3 metres. There is also a bathroom in the middle of the flat.
Fourth floor (approx. 74 m²)
Particularly bright floor, with the same pleasant ceiling height as the other floors. The spacious bedroom and kitchen are at the front; at the back you will find a generous living room. The landing gives access to all rooms. There is a flat roof here where a roof terrace can possibly be built with permission.
Location
The Nicolaas Witsenkade is one of the quietest and most characteristic quays of Amsterdam, with views over the water and an almost car-free setting. Yet lively city amenities are within walking distance. Within minutes, you can reach Vijzelgracht, Utrechtsestraat, Sarphatipark, the Museum Quarter and De Pijp. In addition, Weesperplein is 3 minutes' cycling distance for Metro 51, 53 and 54, among others, and you will be at Amstel Station in no time.
Accessibility is excellent: just a 2-minute walk away is the Noord/Zuidlijn (Vijzelgracht station), with direct connections to Amsterdam Central and Zuid/WTC stations. Various tram and bus lines are also a short distance away. By car, you will be on the A10 ring road within minutes.
Details
- Completely undivided property from approx. 1886, located on own land (no long lease)
- Approx. 494 m² usable area (NEN 2580)
- Six full residential floors with lots of light and space
- Backyard of approx 65 m² North but due to its depth morning and evening sun.
- Currently, the residential property has three BAG registrations
- Open views over the water of Nicolaas Witsenkade
- Three independent entrances - ideal for split use
- Various uses: including living, working, guest house, rental
- Zoning plan: Mixed -1 (residential, offices and services allowed)
- Largely fitted with new window frames with HR++ glass
- Front and rear exterior painting was carried out in 2024
- The flat roof of the house was renewed in 2016
- Energy label B for the ground floor and second floor. The third floor has an Energy label E.
- Delivery in current condition ("as is, where is"), free of rent
- Retirement clause applicable
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Rare complete property of approx. 494 m² on private land - with garden enjoying morning and evening sun and views over the water of the Nicolaas Witsenkade.
On the quiet and charming Nicolaas Witsenkade, on the edge of Amsterdam's canal belt, lies this impressive and characterful entire property of approx. 494 m² of usable space, spread over six floors and situated on its own land. With a deep backyard, unobstructed views over the water, and no fewer than three separate entrances, this is an exceptional opportunity in the heart of Amsterdam.
The building dates from around 1886 and is located in the beloved Den Texbuurt, a quiet neighbourhood that feels like a village within the city. Thanks to the three separate entrances, the property is ideal for a combination of living, working, guest accommodation, or rental.
Layout
Garden level (approx. 78 m²)
Accessible via a private entrance at the front. This floor offers countless possibilities, from a separate studio to an office, storage space, or guest accommodation. Also ideal as a living floor with an open kitchen and French doors to the garden of approx. 65 m².
First floor (approx. 86 m²)
The stately private entrance leads to the hall with a ceiling height of 3.12 meters. At the front is the living room with beautiful views over the canal and the quay. At the rear are the dining room with conservatory and the kitchen. The landing has a separate toilet and a cloakroom. From here, there is access to both the basement and the first and second floors.
First floor (approx. 86 m²)
Two spacious, bright bedrooms with high ceilings. At the front, there is also a nice study. The bedroom at the front has double doors to the south-facing balcony and fantastic views over the water of the Witsenkade. The bedroom at the rear also has a lovely (more spacious) balcony. The bathroom is centrally located. This floor also has a separate toilet with space for a washing machine/dryer. This floor also has a beautiful ceiling height of three meters.
Second floor (approx. 86 m²)
From the outside entrance on the Bel-Etage, you have access to the upper house, spread over three floors. The second floor is currently furnished as an independent living space with bathroom and separate toilet. Here you will also find high ceilings, a balcony at the front, and a spacious balcony at the rear. The kitchen is located at the rear. In the middle of the apartment is a bathroom.
Third floor (approx. 86 m²)
The third floor currently shares an entrance with the fourth floor. This floor is also furnished as a separate apartment, complete with a kitchen at the rear, a balcony at the rear, and a ceiling height of almost 3 meters. In the middle of the apartment is a bathroom.
Fourth floor (approx. 74 m²)
Exceptionally bright floor, with the same pleasant ceiling height as the other floors. The spacious bedroom and kitchen are located at the front; at the rear you will find a spacious living room. The landing provides access to all rooms. There is a flat roof here where a roof terrace could be built with permission.
Location
The Nicolaas Witsenkade is one of the quietest and most characteristic quays in Amsterdam, with views over the water and a virtually car-free setting. Yet the lively city amenities are within walking distance. Within minutes you can reach the Vijzelgracht, Utrechtsestraat, Sarphatipark, the Museum Quarter, and De Pijp. In addition, Weesperplein is a 3-minute bike ride away for Metro lines 51, 53, and 54, and you can reach Amstel Station in no time.
The accessibility is excellent: the Noord/Zuidlijn (Vijzelgracht station) is only a 2-minute walk away, with direct connections to Amsterdam Central Station and Zuid/WTC station. Various tram and bus lines are also nearby. By car, you can reach the A10 ring road within minutes.
Special features
- Completely unsplit property from approx. 1886, located on freehold land (no ground lease)
- Approx. 494 m² usable floor space (NEN 2580)
- Six full floors with lots of light and space
- Backyard of approx. 65 m² facing north but with morning and evening sun due to its depth.
- Currently, the house has three BAG registrations
- Unobstructed view of the water of the Nicolaas Witsenkade
- Three separate entrances - ideal for split use
- Various uses: including living, working, guest accommodation, rental
- Zoning plan: Mixed -1 (residential, offices, and services permitted)
- Largely fitted with new window frames with HR++ glass
- Exterior painting front and rear completed in 2024
- The flat roof of the house was renewed in 2016
- Energy label B for the ground floor and second floor. The third floor has an Energy label E.
- Delivery in current condition ("as is, where is"), free of rent
- Age clause applies