This charming duplex apartment of approximately 133 m² is located in the heart of Amsterdam-Zuid, in a quiet location with easy access to the liveliness of the city and the Vondelpark. The apartment, located on private land, occupies the second and third floors and offers three bedrooms, a study, a spacious living and dining room, a bathroom, a separate kitchen, and plenty of natural light. This property perfectly combines privacy, comfort, and charm.
Guided tour
Welcome to Emmastraat. You enter the upper floor on the second floor. The living room at the front is bright, spacious, and overlooks the street trees. Through the en-suite doors, you walk into the dining room at the rear, where French doors lead you to the southeast-facing balcony. The kitchen is compact and functional, with a view of the greenery. If you imagine the alternative layout, you will see a spacious kitchen with a cooking island — the heart of the house, with sightlines from facade to facade. The staircase leads to three Rooms: a spacious master bedroom at the rear, a children's room with skylight and sitting area at the front, and a study. The bathroom is centrally located, with a walk-in shower and a calm atmosphere. Outside, there is a balcony — but also the roof. With the right permit and permission, there is another hidden opportunity: a Roof terrace a view of the city. Emmastraat 19-II is ready for today and for tomorrow.
neighborhood guide
Located in Oud-Zuid in the Museum Quarter, near the main entrance to Vondelpark and close to Cornelis Schuytstraat and PC Hooftstraat. This neighborhood in Amsterdam-Zuid is known for its beautiful historic buildings, wide avenues, and green parks. It is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Amsterdam due to its luxurious appearance and central location. Emmastraat has a lively atmosphere and a wide range of specialty shops for daily shopping, as well as restaurants, bars, and cafés. Examples include wine shop NAN, restaurant Carter, and Café Garçon around the corner. The Vondelpark is located at the end of the street, and for culture, there is the Concertgebouw and the Museumplein with a varied cultural offering. When presenting this property on our website, we have collected the best hotspots in the neighborhood.
Details
• Living area approx. 133 m²
• South-facing balcony approx. 7 m²
• Located on freehold land
• Energy rating D
• Municipally protected historic district
Emma – 19
Our clients purchased this property at auction, when it was in a completely dilapidated state. The location and the light motivated them to buy the property. We also think it is a lovely upstairs apartment with pleasant dimensions. This property lends itself to investment to turn it into a pleasant future residence. An upstairs apartment with character and light, located in the heart of Oud-Zuid — with everything within reach and yet at a certain distance from the hustle and bustle. A home that takes you on a journey through authentic details, deep sightlines, and smart layout options, but above all: a place that feels pleasant. What we found here is an exceptionally complete upper house, spread over two floors, with potential for even more. Not only does it feel right inside — with spacious Rooms, original ceilings, and a southeast-facing balcony — but the location also impresses. From the dining room, you can look out onto greenery, and on the street, you can experience the liveliness of the city every day. Whether you move in immediately or first customize it to your liking, this is a home with a long future. For those looking for space, air, and the freedom to determine their own living rhythm.
Ronald van de Bijl | Real Estate Agent Broersma Wonen
Kees Kemp | Real estate agent Broersma Wonen
This building on Emmastraat, characteristic of the early 1900s, reflects the classic beauty of the architecture of that period. With its distinctive facade, tall windows, and refined muntin-divided frames, the building exudes the charm of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The traditional brickwork, in which decorative elements such as flat surfaces, staggered courses, and "speckled layers" give the facade a playful and elegant appearance, emphasizes this character. It is a detached upper house with its own entrance, divided over two pleasant floors. The internal layout combines classic elements such as high ceilings and original details with contemporary modifications that make the property suitable for modern living. The repurposing of the property has retained its original grandeur. A perfect example of the refinement and timeless allure of Amsterdam residential architecture. The classic layout lends itself perfectly to a contemporary interpretation: with open floor plans, workspaces, suites, and even the possibility of a Roof terrace. Emmastraat 19-II is thus rooted in tradition, but ready for a new future.
The spacious and bright apartment has a twelve-meter-deep living room, characterized by high ceilings and large windows. The room has unobstructed views at both the front and rear. At the front, the living room extends across the full width of the apartment and faces west. Here, the room enjoys the afternoon and evening sun. On this side, there are three windows, with French doors in the middle leading to the French balcony. At the rear, the dining room has a balcony across the full width of the property. The kitchen is equipped with a five-burner gas stove, a dishwasher, and a spacious natural stone worktop. This kitchen is separate but can be connected to the dining room. The connection between Rooms two Rooms the front and rear creates a pleasant, spacious unity.
The apartment has three bedrooms, a spacious bathroom, and a large central storage room. The bedroom at the front of the apartment offers a beautiful view of the street. The room is extra light thanks to the skylight and has a wide window sill. Next to it is a second, smaller bedroom, also with a skylight. The bedroom at the rear is very spacious and also offers plenty of light and space, with a view of the green rear of the house. Between the bedrooms a spacious storage room. The bathroom is spacious and equipped with a generous walk-in shower and a wide sink. The large window in the bathroom allows plenty of light to enter. This layout of the floor can easily be optimized, for example by adding an extra bathroom and enlarging the smallest bedroom.
Alternative layout
The upper floor can be rearranged into a luxurious master suite, including an en suite bathroom and dressing room. The other Rooms unchanged and will have more wall space. The central bathroom will be enlarged and expanded with a bathtub. This layout increases living comfort and enhances privacy.
The apartment has a full-width balcony, accessible from the dining room and kitchen. From the balcony, there is an unobstructed view of the inner gardens of Van Breestraat and Valeriusstraat. On this side, the sun shines from morning until afternoon. The balcony on the street side faces west and is perfect for a small seating area to relax in the sun.
Possibility of Roof terrace Roof terrace
There is the possibility ofconstructing a private Roof terrace on the roof. This requires an environmental permit, as well as permission from the homeowners' association. According to the district regulations, a terrace may cover a maximum of 30% of the roof surface and may only be accessible via a roof hatch. It would be a unique addition — an open-air city floor.
Located in Oud-Zuid in the Museum Quarter, close to the main entrance of the Vondelpark, and near Cornelis Schuytstraat and PC Hooftstraat. The neighborhood in Amsterdam-Zuid is known for its beautiful historic buildings, wide avenues, and green parks. It is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Amsterdam due to its luxurious appearance and central location. Emmastraat has a lively atmosphere and a wide range of specialty shops for daily shopping, as well as restaurants, bars, and cafés. Examples include wine shop NAN, restaurant Carter, and Café Garçon around the corner. Vondelpark is at the end of the street, and for culture, there is the Concertgebouw and Museumplein with a varied cultural offering.
accessibility
Emmastraat is easily accessible. Public transportation is well represented with various tram and bus lines that take you to all parts of the city and beyond. Amsterdam Zuid Station and Amsterdam RAI Station are nearby. By car, the Ring can be reached within 5 minutes via several roads. Arriving and departing is therefore almost always easy. Thanks to its central location, the entire city is easily accessible by bicycle.
parking Parking is possible via a permit system on public roads (permit area Zuid 8.1).
With a parking permit for Zuid 8.1, you can park in Zuid-1, Zuid-2, and Zuid-8. A parking permit for residents costs €192.81 per 6 months. Currently, there is a 7-month waiting period for this permit area. A second parking permit is not possible in this area. (Source: Local authority , May 2025)
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Franzen
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De Schuyt Butcher Shop
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Southern Market
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Hama Gallery
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