Apartment of approximately 233 m², located on one of the main canals. The apartment is part of the Cromhouthuizen and features a living room, open kitchen, three bedrooms, two Bathrooms a balcony overlooking the canal. Located on private land.
Guided tour
This exceptionally spacious apartment is located on the first floor of a monumental building on the stately Herengracht canal. The façade features four tall windows, a balcony with balustrade, and a classic front door framed by natural stone.
The entrance floor opens with a spacious reception hall that provides direct access to the living room at the front. This living space measures almost twelve and a half meters in width and offers unobstructed views across the full width of the canal. The spacious effect is enhanced by the beamed ceiling and the white-lacquered wooden floor, which continues through to the dining area at the rear. Centrally located in the room is a fireplace – subtly designed and positioned as a connecting element.
At the rear, adjacent to the courtyard, is the dining area with adjoining kitchen. The layout is spacious and functional, featuring a cooking island and natural light through large windows. The layout facilitates a smooth transition between cooking, working, and relaxing.
A hallway with stained glass windows leads to the more private part of the apartment. At the end is the master bedroom, which is spacious and overlooks the inner gardens. The en-suite bathroom is finished with natural stone and features a freestanding bathtub, walk-in shower, and sink. On the opposite side of the hallway is a second bedroom with an adjoining bathroom, finished in marble.
At the front, adjacent to the study, is the balcony—a fully-fledged outdoor space with morning sun and a view of the canal. This outdoor space on the façade is rare within Amsterdam's canal profile and is a distinctive feature of the apartment.
Cromhouts Buiten is a single-story apartment with historical value, a well-thought-out layout, and a quiet location—a residential property with character, balance, and clarity.
What the residents will miss
"What makes this house so special to us is above all the peace and quiet and the view of the canal, right in the middle of the liveliness of the city. After living here for over forty years with great pleasure, it is now time to pass the house on to its future new residents."
Neighborhood Guide
Herengracht 362 is centrally located in Amsterdam’s historic city center, between Leidsestraat and Vijzelstraat. All amenities, cultural institutions, and restaurants are within walking distance. The tram lines on nearby Leidsestraat and Vijzelgracht offer direct connections to other parts of the city. Parking is available in one of the nearby parking garages. For residents, this address falls within the Centrum-2e permit zone. The current waiting period for a parking permit is approximately 11 months. The cost of a permit is €326.65 per six months; the first period may vary slightly in duration and rate. The location combines urban vibrancy with the tranquility of the Herengracht. Everything is close by, yet the apartment itself remains pleasantly secluded.
Details
• Living area approx. 233 m²
• East-facing balcony of nearly 3 m²
• Located on freehold land
• Homeowners’ association fees €485.50 per month
• National monument
• Nationally protected cityscape
• Part of UNESCO World Heritage Site
Cromhouts Buiten
There are buildings that quietly retain their place in the city—undisturbed by time, fashion, or change. Herengracht 362 is one such address. With its monumental facade, four windows overlooking the canal, and a rare balcony on the first floor, this apartment offers something that is almost unheard of in the city center: space, views, and tranquility all in one.
Inside, the atmosphere is similar to the outside: bright, spacious, and balanced. The high ceilings, continuous floors, and original details have been preserved without making the whole feel heavy. The layout is well thought out, with a clear separation between living and sleeping areas. The result is an apartment that effortlessly adapts to different living requirements.
We call this apartment Cromhouts Buiten — a reference to the original client and to the rare balcony overlooking the canal. A home with a view, history, and a natural elegance.
Otte van Apeldoorn | Real estate agent Broersma Wonen
Judith de Jong | Real estate agent Broersma Wonen
This apartment is located on the first floor of a monumental canal house dating from 1660, designed by Philips Vingboons. The facade is richly detailed and exceptionally wide: 12.54 meters. At the front, there are four tall windows overlooking the canal—a rarity in the city center—and a characteristic balcony with a natural stone balustrade.
Inside, the apartment opens up into an impressive living space of almost 70 m², with a ceiling height of approximately 3.5 meters. The beamed ceiling, the fireplace, and the generous dimensions give the living room a powerful yet understated character. Large windows on both sides provide daylight and views of both the Herengracht and the quiet rear courtyard.
At the front is a study or library with French doors opening onto the balcony — one of the most distinctive areas in the apartment. The walls are panelled and decorated with stucco ornaments, which reinforce the historical context. The floors are finished with wide, white-lacquered wooden planks that give the space an airy and tranquil feel.
The layout of the apartment is clear and balanced. The living areas are on the canal side, the bedrooms Bathrooms the rear. The whole combines classic elements with modern living quality, without compromising on sober elegance.
The living room extends across the entire width of the building and covers almost 70 square meters. Thanks to the four tall windows on the canal side, the ceiling height of approximately 3.5 meters, and the continuous sightlines to the rear, this space feels both monumental and light. A fireplace forms the focal point of the room, with space for seating and reading corners on either side. The wide, white-painted wooden floor contributes to the bright, tranquil appearance of the interior.
At the rear of the living space is the dining area, visually connected to the kitchen. The space is large enough for a long dining table or multiple functions side by side. The wooden beams on the ceiling emphasize the length of the room and bring rhythm and scale to the whole.
The kitchen is located in a spacious corner and features a central cooking island. The cabinets are finished in a light color scheme with perforated fronts, creating a subtle interplay of texture and transparency. Large windows on the courtyard bring in pleasant daylight. The island offers Location several bar stools and serves as an informal meeting place between cooking and dining.
The routing between the kitchen, dining area, and sitting area is fluid. The spaces flow into each other, but each retains its own position and function within the whole. This creates an open, well-organized living landscape in which light, space, and symmetry set the tone.
A long hallway—lit by stained glass windows—leads to the quiet rear of the apartment. Here you will find the master bedroom, which is spacious and located on the garden side. The room is quiet and light, with enough space for a sitting area, wall-to-wall cupboards, and a large mirrored wall that enhances the depth of the room. The adjoining bathroom is en suite and finished in beige natural stone. There is a freestanding bathtub, a wall unit with integrated sink, and a separate toilet.
On the other side of the apartment is a second, compact bedroom, suitable as a guest room or study. Immediately is the second bathroom, fully clad in light gray marble. It features a walk-in shower, sink, and toilet, and is finished in the same understated, high-quality style as the rest of the apartment.
The transition from the lively living area on the canal side to the more private bedrooms at the rear is subtle and logical. The layout ensures privacy without compromising the open character of the home. The sleeping area is functional and comfortable, with carefully chosen materials and a calm atmosphere.
At the front of the apartment is a balcony with a view over the Herengracht. The balcony has a natural stone balustrade and is accessed via French doors from the study. This outdoor space is exceptional in this part of the canal belt and is a distinctive feature of the apartment.
Thanks to its eastern orientation, it enjoys morning sun. The balcony overlooks the water, the bridge, and the other side of the canal. Its location on the first floor provides views and openness, with sufficient distance from street level. The presence of mature trees along the quay provides shelter and a sense of the seasons.
The balcony is wide enough to be used as a seating area and Immediately the interior. The combination of location, view, and use of materials makes it an outdoor space with clear added value—rare in this context, but self-evident in this apartment.
The apartment is located on a quiet, central section of the canal, near the intersection with Leidsegracht. Its position on the bend of the canal offers a particularly panoramic view over the water. This is a part of Amsterdam that stands out for its openness and serenity: without houseboats and with a strikingly generous width. Thanks to its proximity to the Rokin metro stop, accessibility is optimal, with direct connections to other parts of the city. The area offers a balanced mix of metropolitan amenities: refined restaurants, specialty caterers, galleries, and cultural institutions are all within easy reach.
accessibility
The apartment is easily accessible by bicycle, car, and public transportation. The A10 ring road can be reached within 5 minutes by car via exit S108 (Oud-Zuid). From both Koningsplein and Rokin Rooms tram, metro, and bus lines, such as tram 2, 4, 12, 14, and 17 and the metro to Station Noord and Station Zuid. By bike, Central Station is a 5-minute ride away.
parking facilities
Parking is available via a permit system on public roads (Centrum-2e permit area). With a Centrum-2e parking permit, you may park in Centrum-2. A parking permit for residents costs €326.65 per 6 months. There is currently a 13-month waiting list for this permit area. A second parking permit is not possible in this area. In addition to public roads, it is also possible to park free of charge in the Oosterdok Eiland and Rokin parking garages with a parking permit. (Source: Local authority , June 2025).
What makes this house so special to us is above all the tranquility and the view of the canal, right in the middle of the liveliness of the city.
Large windows and a characteristic balcony offer a view of one of the most special parts of the Herengracht.
The living space at the front is light and spacious, with city life as a tranquil backdrop. Another favorite is the rear house with a view of the green courtyard gardens with centuries-old trees, an oasis of tranquility in the middle of the city.
Everything else is within walking distance, including the Spui with my favorite bookstore, Athenaeum, and café Hoppe. Another favorite is Pompadour, just around the corner on Huidenstraat.
After living here happily for over forty years, it is now time to pass the house on to its future new residents.
1016 ES Amsterdam
Pompadour Chocolate Shop
Chocolaterie Pompadour is a patisserie on Huidenstraat. Here, everything revolves around craftsmanship, pure products, and a passion for chocolate and pastries. Each chocolate is carefully crafted and beautifully decorated. In the adjoining tearoom, you can enjoy delicious tea or Catalan coffee in the beautifully nostalgic interior. With each cup of coffee, Pomadour also serves a homemade financier, a delicious French cake made with Spanish almonds and brown butter. In short, this is the place to be for the best pastries with pure flavors.
1016 GJ Amsterdam
Cheese Chamber
The name says it all; at the Kaaskamer you can go for cheese. From floor to ceiling, this store is filled with cheese, with craftsmanship and tradition being paramount. At this cheese specialty store you can buy between 300 and 400 types of cheese from all over Europe. You can have your sandwich topped with a wide choice and to top it off you can also choose between different homemade sauces. The cheeses are collected from France every two weeks and in the Netherlands the focus is on organic cheeses that come directly from the farmer. Wines, salads, olives, hams and nuts are also sold for a complete cheese board.
1016 EP Amsterdam
Wolf Bakery
Bakkerij Wolf is located in Amsterdam's Nine Streets. Stay a while or take some tasty treats home with you. The sourdough breads are displayed on rustic wooden racks behind the counter. This bakery on Wolfstraat offers breads, croissants, and pastries of the highest quality. The smell of cinnamon rolls and croissants is irresistible, and you'll be amazed by the display case full of delicacies. Be sure to try the almond croissant and the strawberry tart.
1016 AS Amsterdam
The Lebanese Sajeria
Every day, long queues form in front of the The Lebanese Sajeria branches in Amsterdam. This establishment started as a food truck where the owners served Lebanese fast food with a twist. In 2016, they opened their first restaurant in the 9 Straatjes (9 streets) and it became a great success. They now have three locations in Amsterdam where they serve delicious dishes from Lebanese cuisine every day. At The Lebanese Sajeria, they cook with a traditional Saj; a dome-shaped plate on which breads can be baked. They make their manoushes and saj breads on the saj, which are used for the flavorful wraps such as the Manoushe Zatar and Halloumi or the Beef Labneh.
1016 ER Amsterdam
Café de Pels
Café de Pels is a truly intellectual creative café. Many a book or column has been written here, good conversations are held here, and fun or stupid jokes are tried out here. In the Pels, people also flirt in the Amsterdam way, discuss and, as it should be in an Amsterdam brown café, drink beer. The walls are covered with art made by regular guests themselves. It is a brown café with a creative edge, sandwiches with 'kroket' and a daily special on Mondays.
1017 BA Amsterdam
Pianeta Terra
Fabio from Pianeta Terra is known as the undisputed champion of slow food in the city. In his kitchen, he masterfully combines the finest local ingredients to create authentic Italian dishes. Hostess Laura Martini completes the experience by serving matching exquisite wines, guaranteeing a perfectly curated evening.
1012 XA Amsterdam
Hoppe
This cafe is a classic: Café Hoppe has been located on the central square called t’ Spui since 1670. Café Hoppe has a rich history: the foundation for one of the largest political parties in the Netherlands was laid here, former Queen Beatrix honored the traditional Amsterdam pub with a visit, and Freddy Heineken, founder of the most famous Dutch beer, was a regular at this centrally located cafe. Hoppe is still one of the most vibrant cafes in the center of Amsterdam. Settle down here for a (Heineken) beer, enjoy the sun, and look around.
1016 GK Amsterdam
Screaming Beans
Screaming Beans is an Amsterdam brand known locally and internationally for its high-quality coffee. This location is situated in the middle of Amsterdam's historic Nine Streets. With its cozy and familiar atmosphere, the shop on Runstraat has become a second living room for entrepreneurs, residents, and visitors to Runstraat. Come by and enjoy a delicious pastry baked by Sara or Mateen.
1016 GB Amsterdam
Vinkeles (**)
Enclosed by the Dylan hotel, restaurant Vinkeles is like a small piece of France close to home. With a beautiful location on the Keizersgracht, the restaurant is pre-eminently a chic affair. The kitchen bears the signature of chef Jurgen van der Zalm, who earned his second star with it in 2023.
1012 VX Amsterdam
Sagardi
In 2020, Sagardi opened its doors. It is part of the Spanish group Sagardi Restaurant, which is located throughout Europe. At Sagardi, they serve the best cuts of Basque red meat, or txuleton, wild fish from the Basque ports and their own cultivated fruits and vegetables from their own gardens. Chef Iñaki López de Viñaspre is known for his honest and authentic cuisine with the taste of yesteryear.
1016 GK Amsterdam
Smelt Restaurant
Smelt is a cozy and atmospheric restaurant in Amsterdam's 9 Straatjes district. The restaurant specializes in cheese fondue and offers five different types of cheese. In addition to classic cheese fondue, Smelt also offers special flavors such as truffle and pesto. If you are not a big eater, you can also order single portions. Smelt's interior is cozy and warm, with lots of wood and candlelight. It is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious cheese fondue with friends or family.
1016 GK Amsterdam
Café de Doffer
Café in the 9 Streets with a cozy terrace and a simple but good menu. You can also come here for lunch and snacks. De Doffer has been a household name in Amsterdam's 9 Streets since the seventies and therefore attracts a nice varied crowd with, of course, a good portion of Amsterdam conviviality. Something for everyone here!
1016 EP Amsterdam
Café Wolf
Bakkerij Wolf opened its doors a year ago. And now, in addition, Café Wolf has opened, where you can enjoy refreshing dishes full of vegetables in a beautiful Scandinavian interior. The dishes here are not your standard fare, but offer a unique culinary experience of a high standard. The Café is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM (the kitchen closes at 5:00 PM).
1012 VR Amsterdam
Coffee shop
The most delicious Italian coffee made by good baristas. The service is very good and you can taste that the coffee is made by experts. You can also go here for simple and tasty breakfast snacks. They have take-away here, but sitting inside is also possible. The coffee shop has several branches in the city.
1012 VR Amsterdam
Oaxaca
At Oaxaca, chef Joan Bagur presents traditional Mexican cuisine amidst the beautifully renovated old buildings of Haesje Claes on the Spui. You can opt for a chef's menu, a culinary journey through the most important regions of Mexico, or your own a-la-carte selection. In addition to the restaurant, you can also visit a mezcal tasting room here. Which alone is worth a visit!
Frens Haringhandel
Frens Haringhandel is one of the few remaining fish stalls in Amsterdam where you can order delicious fresh herring and other fish in the traditional Dutch way. The Frens family has been active in the herring industry since 1972, and the stall is now run by Frens' wife, son, and friend. The stall has a permanent location on Koningsplein and is open every day for a fresh serving of fish with pickles and onions.
1016 GH Amsterdam
Chun Café
In the busy Negenstraatjes (Nine Streets), Chun Cafe has recently expanded their bubble tea menu with a selection of special sandwiches. The sandwiches are available in four flavors. The options are: egg salad, bacon egg and cheese, garlic shrimp egg, and rib-eye bulgogi. Deliciously buttery and perfectly toasted.
1016 AH Amsterdam
Ellen de Bruijne Projects
Ellen de Bruijne Projects is a gallery that, since its first exhibition in 1999, has focused on new trends in contemporary art by comparing the new with the recent past and experimenting to develop new standards, with an emphasis on performing art, socially related art, installations and works in progress.
1016 EE Amsterdam
De BorzoGallery
De BorzoGallery, located on the Keizersgracht, is a leader in the field of NUL/Zero, minimalism and conceptual art. Linking the recent past to contemporary art is one of its most important priorities. As they say themselves: “Artists of today ‘stand on the shoulders’ of their predecessors, and we do not shy away from stark contrasts.”
1016 HT Amsterdam
Galerie Madé van Krimpen
Galerie Madé van Krimpen, formerly known as Multiplemadé, presents a mix of exhibitions showcasing work by both established and emerging artists. While the gallery mainly focuses on solo exhibitions and group exhibitions, they also regularly collaborate with creative collectives and makers to organize pop-up events and take-overs.
1016 HV Amsterdam
Galerie Wim van Krimpen
Since 1991, Galerie Wim van Krimpen has been located on Prinsengracht. Wim van Krimpen is one of the most respected museum directors in the Netherlands and is also known worldwide as an avid art collector. In his gallery in the Jordaan district, you will find exceptional contemporary works of art. Don't forget to call ahead, as the gallery is open by appointment only.
1012 WN Amsterdam
Two Story
Two Story was born out of the belief that art is for everyone and that contemporary art does not have to be distant or intimidating. The founders transformed a historic canal-side building into a two-story combination of gallery, design store, and café that feels like a real home. Their vision revolves around creating that Sunday Morning Feeling, with the smell of fresh coffee, soft music, and art that blends into the daily rhythm. For the design, they collaborated with Copenhagen-based Atelier Axo, known for their spatial storytelling and sense of balance between old and new. The atmosphere is warm and accessible, a place where nostalgia and innovation come together in an environment that makes art feel natural.
1012 VR Amsterdam
Hay House
Hay House is a centrally located, impressive designer home furnishings store. It is the place to go for unique furniture, lighting, and various home accessories. The collection is based on Danish design from the 1950s and 1960s and can be admired on two floors in a cool building. The atmosphere is open and calm, and you will receive excellent service from the friendly staff. You can also get advice and enjoy delicious coffee from De Koffiesalon in-store.
1016 HP Amsterdam
Anouk Beerents
Since 1987, Anouk Beerents has become a household name in the import and export of antique mirrors. The studio on Prinsengracht houses their collection of over 300 mirrors from the 18th and 19th centuries, most of which originate from France and Italy and are gilded in gold or silver leaf.
1016 HV Amsterdam
The Frozen Fountain
Whether you're a tourist or a native Amsterdammer, it's always a pleasure to stroll through the nine streets. The Frozen Fountain is one of those shops that catches your eye when you pass by the window display with its eccentric designer furniture. The foundation for The Frozen Fountain was laid in 1992 as a platform for designers, mainly graduates of the Design Academy in Eindhoven. Because Dutch Design had already gained considerable international renown, the collaboration with young Dutch designers was a huge boost to The Frozen Fountain's reputation. In addition to being a store with a beautiful collection, the frozen fountain also calls itself an institute: for and by designers, to uphold the honor of Dutch Design. And how!
