Living by the water, in a quiet car-free street, with space for the whole family and sustainably built—that's exactly what this spacious 209 m² townhouse on Narva Island has to offer. Including a private parking space. A unique combination of urban vibrancy, comfort, and character.
Guided tour
The house is located on a quiet, child-friendly street in the Houthavens, a young neighborhood where cars are guests and the water is always close by. With a terrace Immediately the canal, the view is different every day: boats passing by, children playing on the jetty, a balmy summer evening with your feet in the water. Your own boat at the door? That's possible.
During the construction of the neighborhood and therefore also this house, investments were made in sustainable living, including solar panels and district heating, which has resulted in an energy label A. The layout is spacious and flexible, ideal for a family that wants to live, work, and relax under one roof. Five to six bedrooms, two Bathrooms, multiple outdoor spaces, and a bright living area with a view of the water make this a rare and complete city home.
Quote what the residents will miss
"We say goodbye with sadness. To our lovely neighbors, this special place where we have always felt at home, and of course to our mooring, our 'extended garden'. Coming back to Houthaven by boat at the end of the day, enjoying the setting sun and a tasty snack: we will definitely miss that."
Neighborhood Guide
De Houthavens is a vibrant new neighborhood made up of seven islands with charming canals. The neighborhood has come to life with cozy cafés, a park, and plenty of playgrounds for children. In the neighborhood, you’ll find great spots like Vessel at Hotel The July (with a sunny terrace by the water), Bar Hout next to the playground, and favorites like Anne&Max, Dignita, Café de Walvis, and Hummus & Habibis—all just a few minutes away. A large movie theater is also opening nearby soon, making the neighborhood even more appealing. Amsterdam-Noord is easily accessible by ferry or your own boat.
For daily groceries, Spaarndammerstraat offers supermarkets, a bakery, a butcher, and a greengrocer. The neighborhood has its own green spaces, such as Houthavenpark and Tuinpark Zonnehoek, and the lively Westerpark is just around the corner. The neighborhood now has two elementary schools, childcare facilities, and a high school (Het 4e Gymnasium).
Details
• Living area: approximately 209 m²
• Southeast-facing garden of approximately 20 m²
• Two terraces, one facing southeast and one facing west
• Ground rent €5,329 (tax-deductible) per year – lease term ends June 30, 2067
• Ground rent €121 (tax-deductible) per year – per parking space
• Application to convert to perpetual ground lease under AB 2016 was submitted on time
• Energy label A
• Underfloor heating and cooling
• 9 solar panels
• Boat slip Available with small dock), accessible Immediately the terrace
• Homeowners’ association fees €354.77 per month, including 1 parking space
• Homeowners’ association fees €72.74 per month for the second parking space (with charging station)
• A second parking space with an electric charging station can be purchased as an option (€60,000 k.k.)
• Two storage units in the basement
Modern Canal House
Living on the waterfront, in a quiet car-free street, with space for the whole family and sustainably built—that's exactly what this spacious townhouse on Narva Island has to offer. A unique combination of urban vibrancy, comfort, and character.
The house is located on a quiet, child-friendly street in the Houthavens, a young neighborhood where cars are guests and the water is always close by. With a terrace Immediately the canal, the view is different every day: boats passing by, children playing on the jetty, a balmy summer evening with your feet in the water. Your own sloop in front of the door? That's possible.
During the construction of the neighborhood and therefore also this house, investments were made in sustainable living, including solar panels and district heating, resulting in an energy label A. The layout is spacious and flexible, ideal for a family that wants to live, work, and relax under one roof. Five to six bedrooms, two Bathrooms, multiple outdoor spaces, and a bright living area with a view of the water make this a rare and complete city home.
Judith de Jong | Real estate agent Broersma Wonen
Local authority developers agreed that Houthaven should become a 100% climate-neutral neighborhood. Houthaven has been built in an environmentally friendly manner, with extra attention paid to energy and material use. The name Narva refers to the Estonian Baltic Sea port of Narva, which was important for the timber trade with Amsterdam. Narva Island is connected to the two neighboring islands by bridges. The bridges and roads for fast traffic are perpendicular to the islands/streets, while the footbridges and cycle paths cut through the area at an angle. Each island in the Houthaven has its own theme; for Narva Island, this is 'Freebooters', which stands for freedom, happiness, and tolerance. According to the visual quality plan, the desired look was individual houses with a rich variety of buildings varying in grain size. The architect of the townhouses on Narva Island is the Klunder agency. These townhouses are substantial in size and feature a lot of decorative brickwork in the facade. Speckled bands, decorations in the form of diamonds and lozenges, brickwork in all shapes and sizes, color differences—everything has been done to make the street wall varied. The townhouses with meter-high vertical windows that split the facade are particularly monumental, which is unprecedented for most New build Amsterdam.
The ground floor is a spacious living area, where cooking, eating, and relaxing come together. The kitchen is on the garden side and has a beautiful height of 3.40 m. The morning sun shines beautifully into this space. Large French doors connect the inside with the outside, allowing life to shift effortlessly outdoors in the summer. The kitchen itself is sleek and warm at the same time: white base cabinets with a ceramic worktop combined with light wood wall cabinets. The niche with the stove is lined with a stainless steel back wall, functional and stylish. Open shelves with books, spices, and ceramics create a homely atmosphere. The transition between cooking and living is marked by a subtle difference in height. Four steps higher is the seating area, facing the water. A second living room has been created on the first floor, a wonderful place to sit with a good book. This could also be a perfect playroom or bedroom.
The first floor is entirely dedicated to sleeping quarters. The master bedroom, located on the water side, is spacious and offers enough room for a large bed and closet space. Next to the master bedroom is a second bedroom, currently furnished as a stylish dressing room. This room is fully equipped with open closet systems, drawers, hanging space, and shoe racks. The window at the end of the room provides a pleasant amount of natural daylight, keeping the room light and airy. Of course, this space is also ideal for use as a bedroom.
The bathroom on this floor is an elegant interplay of contrasts and tranquility. The warm, glossy brown tiles in the shower are from the exclusive Piet Boon design, beautifully combined with fresh white wall tiles that create a timeless and luxurious look. The double sink has a base cabinet with a high-quality wood veneer finish and offers generous storage space. A wide mirror cabinet completes the bathroom.
There are three bedrooms in the basement. At the rear are two Rooms, currently used as a guest room and a study. Thanks to the high ceilings and the natural light, these rooms are also light and spacious. The Rooms flexibly arranged and can grow with the wishes of the residents, whether for sleeping, working, or playing.
The layout of this floor is well thought out and functional. There is ample storage space, including a separate room for the washing machine and dryer, as well as two additional storage rooms. There is also a second bathroom here, equipped with a bathtub, a walk-in shower, and a spacious sink with plenty of storage space, designed in a timeless style.
The family home has many places to enjoy the outdoors. The Front garden a lovely spot for the morning sun. It faces southeast and gets both morning and afternoon sun. The Front garden located on a car-free street, allowing children to play safely on the street and meet other children from the neighborhood.
There are also two spacious terraces, one on the water side and one on the second living room, which is a lovely Sun terrace. The terrace on the water side is the ideal place for the afternoon and evening sun.
De Houthavens is a vibrant new neighborhood, consisting of seven islands with charming canals. The neighborhood has come to life with cozy cafés, a park, and plenty of playgrounds for children. Nearby, you will find great places such as Vessel at Hotel The July (with a sunny terrace on the water), Bar Hout next to the playground, and favorites such as Anne&Max, Dignita, Café de Walvis, and Hummus & Habibis — all just a few minutes away. A large cinema will also be opening nearby soon, making the neighborhood even more attractive. Amsterdam-Noord is easily accessible by ferry or your own boat.
For daily shopping, Spaarndammerstraat offers supermarkets, a bakery, butcher, and greengrocer. The neighborhood has its own green spaces such as Houthavenpark and Tuinpark Zonnehoek, and the lively Westerpark is just around the corner. The neighborhood now has two elementary schools, childcare facilities, and a secondary school (Het 4e Gymnasium).
accessibility The apartment is easily accessible by bicycle, car, and public transport. The A10 ring road is a 5-minute drive away, and several bus lines run from Houtmankade and Spaarndammerstraat to destinations including Central Station and Sloterdijk. The ferry will take you to Amsterdam-Noord in no time. Both Sloterdijk and Central Station are within 10–15 minutes by bike, and Westerpark and the city center are only 5 minutes away.
Parking
Street parking is available through a paid permit system (permit area West-9.21 Houthaven). No resident parking permit can be requested for this address. Due to the growth of the city, the Local authority number of cars that can park on the street, especially in New build. (Source: Local authority , August 2025).
The property is offered with one private parking space in the underground parking garage. Optionally, a second parking space with an electric charging station can be purchased for €60,000 (the exact price is still to be confirmed). There is no direct access to the property from the parking garage.
Visitors can apply for up to five visitor permits, allowing guests to park at a discount.
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BAK
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