Apartment of approximately 69 m², located on the Prinsengracht. This residence features a bright living room with open-plan kitchen and floor-to-ceiling French windows, a spacious bedroom with a luxurious en-suite bathroom, and a private storage room on the ground floor. The national monument is situated on freehold land.
Tour
The apartment is accessed via an elegant entrance and communal hallway that features classical details such as a marble floor and exposed wooden beams. A wooden staircase leads to the first floor, where the apartment is located. At the front of the home lies the open-plan kitchen and atmospheric living room, featuring high ceilings with original beams, oak flooring and large windows that allow abundant natural light to pour in. The modern kitchen is fitted with a central island and high-end appliances, including a Quooker tap, Bora induction cooktop with integrated extractor, dishwasher and combination oven/microwave. The island is ideal for both cooking and socialising. Adjacent to the living area is an additional room, perfect for use as a home office or nursery. The spacious bedroom is connected to the living room by double doors and includes a walk-in closet. The luxurious en-suite bathroom offers a generous walk-in shower, bathtub, vanity unit and toilet. In the hallway, a separate guest toilet and a storage closet house the washing machine and central heating system. The large French windows at the front not only provide spectacular views over the Prinsengracht, but also strengthen the sense of connection with the outdoors, as they can be fully opened.
What the residents will miss
"From this apartment, there’s an immediate connection to the street, the water and the vibrant life outside. The building breathes history, with authentic features such as high ceilings and robust wooden beams."
Neighbourhood
This location is one of the most sought-after in the city. There's always something happening — from the Monday market to urban amenities along the scenic canals. Its popularity is also due to its proximity to highly regarded primary schools, all within walking distance. Life here centres around good food and relaxed socialising, with renowned culinary hotspots just steps away — including Winkel 43 for its famous apple pie, Café Toscanini and Café de Klepel. Across the canal, the Noordermarkt hosts an organic market every Saturday. Domenica is a popular Sunday lunch spot, and on the Lindengracht, residents shop for nuts and other delicacies. This part of the Jordaan is known for its village-like charm and convivial atmosphere. The area is rich in excellent dining spots, such as De Parel, Café Libertine and Mos. The Haarlemmerstraat and Westerstraat offer everything from daily essentials to unique finds, while numerous terraces and cafés are tucked away around every corner. Westerpark and Stenen Hoofd are both easily reached by bicycle, as are several access points to the water — ideal for summer recreation. These qualities make this stretch of the canal, much like the area near the Amstel, one of the most desirable places to live in Amsterdam.
Features
• Living area of approximately 69 m²
• Situated on freehold land
• Energy label A
• West-facing French doors with beautiful views over the Prinsengracht
• Monthly service charges: € 183.00
• New window frames with HR++ glazing (2024)
• Private storage room on the ground floor
• Professionally managed owners’ association (VvE) by Stedeplan VvE Beheer
• National monument and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site
Pakhuis De Arend
Upon arrival at Prinsengracht 213-C, the charm of this listed canal warehouse is immediately apparent. With its distinctive red shutters, this national monument stands on freehold land and forms part of an ensemble of four former warehouses, now transformed into sixteen high-quality residences. In a previous life, this building housed the Wetzler company — renowned for producing ivory billiard balls. This apartment on the second floor is situated along one of the most vibrant and beloved stretches of the canal, between the Leliegracht and the Brouwersgracht, right on the edge of the Jordaan. A neighbourhood known for its excellent restaurants, refined cafés, the iconic Noordermarkt and the nearby Nine Streets. The space exudes a clean, Scandinavian-inspired atmosphere and lies in a lively area where an office was once located. Over time, the apartment evolved into a comfortable and inviting home. Now, a new chapter begins — for someone ready to embrace canal-side living and appreciate a view that surprises, every single day.
Architecture
Prinsengracht 213 is part of an ensemble of four former warehouses located in Amsterdam’s iconic canal belt. Constructed in the seventeenth century and now recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this area forms the backdrop to a rich history of trade and craftsmanship. Built in the late seventeenth century, the building originally served as a warehouse. During the time when Amsterdam flourished as a global centre of commerce and seafaring, countless warehouses were erected along the canals to store goods such as grain, spices, wine and tobacco — awaiting further distribution. Over the centuries, the building has served various purposes, evolving from storage space to private residence — a transformation characteristic of many canal houses from this era, where living and working often existed side by side. The name ‘De Arend’ most likely refers to the eagle, a powerful symbol of trade and authority, commonly used during the seventeenth century in the naming of warehouses.
Wining and dining
The building’s elegant entrance is defined by a well-maintained communal hall, where classic elements such as exposed brickwork and timber beams set the tone. From this space, the private storage rooms are also accessible. A broad wooden staircase leads up through the generous stairwell to the apartment on the second floor. The apartment opens onto a central hallway from which all rooms are accessible. At the front of the property — with views over the Prinsengracht — lie the open kitchen and the light-filled, atmospheric living room. High ceilings with exposed wooden beams, an oak floor, and large arched French windows add depth, texture and warmth to the space. Abundant natural light enhances the feeling of openness and calm throughout. The open kitchen is fitted with a central island and high-end built-in appliances, including a Bora induction cooktop with integrated extraction, a Quooker tap, dishwasher and combi-oven. The island not only offers ample workspace but also serves as an inviting place for breakfast or a drink while cooking. Adjoining the living room is an additional room, ideally suited as a home office or nursery.
Rest and refresh
From the hallway, the internal and well-ventilated bedroom is accessed. Double doors open to the living room, allowing for both natural light and a sense of connection between the spaces. As in the rest of the apartment, high ceilings with exposed timber beams and an oak floor create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Directly opposite the bedroom is a practical walk-in closet — ideal for storing clothing, linens and household essentials. At the rear of the apartment, the bathroom is luxuriously appointed and features a spacious walk-in shower, a wide vanity unit, a bathtub and a toilet. Large sand-coloured tiles add a sense of understated elegance, while a daylight-mimicking lamps complete the space. In addition, the hallway offers a separate guest toilet and a utility closet housing the washing machine and central heating system.
Neighborhood
The location of this residence is one of the most desirable in the city. Set along the canals in a dynamic and historic part of Amsterdam, the neighbourhood offers a wealth of experiences — from the bustling Monday market to the refined pleasures of urban living. Families are particularly drawn to this area thanks to the presence of several well-regarded primary schools, all within walking distance. The local lifestyle centres around good food and conviviality, with beloved culinary spots like Winkel 43, known for its iconic apple pie, Café Toscanini, and Café de Klepel just a short stroll away. Across the canal, the Noordermarkt hosts a lively organic market on Saturdays. On Sundays, Domenica is a popular choice for lunch, while the residents pick up their favourite nuts on the Lindengracht. The atmosphere is warm and communal, with a distinctly village-like charm — rare in such a central location. The area is home to a variety of restaurants, including De Parel, Café Libertine and Mos, and offers plenty of shops for both daily essentials and unique finds on the Haarlemmerstraat and the Westerstraat. A wide selection of terraces and coffee spots are tucked around every corner, waiting to be discovered.
Several of the city’s larger parks — including Westerpark and the Stenen Hoofd — are easily reached by bicycle, as are locations for water sports and leisure in the summer. These qualities make this part of the canal belt, much like the area near the Amstel, one of the most coveted places to live in the city.
Accessibility
The apartment is easily accessible by bicycle, car and public transport. Given the central location, cycling is the most efficient way to navigate the city. The A10 ring road can be reached in around 10 minutes by car via exit S102 or the IJ Tunnel. Multiple tram and bus lines depart from the nearby Westermarkt, although some routes are currently diverted due to roadworks. Amsterdam Central Station is just a five-minute bike ride away.
Parking
Parking is available through the municipal permit system on public roads (permit area Centrum-2c). A parking permit for Centrum-2c allows for parking throughout the Centrum-2 area. The current cost of a resident’s permit is € 326.65 per six months. At the time of writing, the estimated waiting time for this area is 29 months, and a second residential permit is not permitted. Permit holders are also eligible for free parking at Oosterdokseiland garage. (Source: Municipality of Amsterdam, April 2025)
Toen we hier kwamen wonen gaf het historisch pand, het uitzicht op de gracht en het feit dat je het appartement naar eigen inzichten kon indelen en afmaken, de doorslag om hier te gaan wonen. Boven betrokken we een loft, maar toen onze kinderen kwamen, werd de ruimte al snel te klein om zowel te wonen als te werken. Gelukkig kwam toen dit appartement in onze VVE vrij en hebben we dat met veel liefde verbouwd eerst om vooral te kunnen werken, later nogmaals en toen om te wonen. Vanuit dit appartement heb je direct contact met de straat, het water en de levendige sfeer buiten. De indeling is efficiënt en prettig , met genoeg ruimte voor een thuiswerkplek of om juist lekker te ontspannen met zicht op het water.
Het pand ademt historie met authentieke details zoals de hoge plafonds met robuuste balken. Dat gevoel wordt nog eens benadrukt door de verlichting in de hal en trappenhuis, moet de ledpanelen die historische beelden van het pakhuis en de omgeving laten zien.
De buurt is heerlijk. De mooie en gezellige Prinsengracht met geweldige restaurants, populaire cafés en koffietentjes en om de hoek de geliefde Jordaan. Daarnaast in de straatjes vlakbij leuke winkeltjes en op maandag en zaterdag zijn er diverse markten, waaronder de biologische Noordermarkt en de Lindengrachtmarkt voor de lekkere boodschappen en op maandagen de Westerstraat en de Bric a Brac op de Noordermarkt. Ook is er de keuze tussen een wandeling naar het hippe Westerpark en het historische Vondelpark. Goede scholen en sportvoorzieningen zijn in de directe nabijheid. Een goed bewaard geheim is een wandeling over het Prinseneiland.
Gelukkig blijven wij in ons loft boven wonen en kunnen wij nog steeds genieten van deze geweldige locatie. Maar inmiddels zijn onze kinderen volwassen en uitgevlogen en hebben wij genoeg aan onze ruimte in het loft boven. Het is een plek vol fijne herinneringen en we hopen dat een nieuwe eigenaar met even veel plezier in dit door ons met liefde verbouwde appartement, gaan wonen.