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Living on the Singel – right in the heart of Amsterdam’s historic canal belt
This charming and move-in ready studio apartment (approx. 36 m²) combines historic character with modern comfort. Located in the rear house of a characteristic building on the Singel, with elevator and freehold land. Perfect as a pied-à-terre or for the young professional who wants to live in the very heart of Amsterdam. An extra advantage: with a simple layout adjustment you can easily create a separate bedroom (see impression).
Layout
Through the well-maintained stairwell with elevator you reach the second floor. The entrance leads to the hallway with access to the kitchen and bathroom. The bright living space offers room for a sitting area, dining area and sleeping area. Large windows and French doors to the fire escape allow plenty of natural light and create a pleasant connection with the outdoors.
The separate kitchen can easily be opened up to create a modern open-plan layout. The bathroom is fitted with a bathtub with shower, toilet, washbasin and central heating system (Intergas HRE, 2022).
In the basement you will find a private storage unit as well as a communal bicycle storage. The apartment is sold fully furnished, making it ready to move into straight away.
Surroundings
The Singel is the innermost canal of Amsterdam’s famous canal belt and is known for its vibrant atmosphere and authentic charm. Living here means being right in the lively city centre, with everything within walking distance. From the boutiques of the Nine Streets and the Bijenkorf department store to cultural highlights such as the Nieuwe Kerk, the Royal Palace and the Amsterdam Museum – all just around the corner.
Accessibility is excellent: several tram, bus and metro stops are nearby, and Amsterdam Central Station is within walking distance. From here, Schiphol Airport can be reached in about twenty minutes.
Key features
Living area: approx. 36 m² (NVM measurement report available)
Monumental building (built in 1906) with elevator
Studio with possibility to create a separate bedroom
Freehold property (no ground lease)
Active owners’ association (VvE), service costs € 221.09 per month (incl. gas and electricity)
Private storage and communal bicycle storage
Central heating boiler Intergas HRE 28/24, installed in 2022
WOZ value 2024: € 383,000
Sold fully furnished
Age clause and non-occupancy clause apply
Transfer: in consultation, can be quick
Land registry details
Owners’ association: Van het Singel 40-42 (no. 1340)
Reserve for major maintenance: € 53,432.36 (long-term maintenance plan available)
Would you like to live on one of Amsterdam’s most beautiful canals, in a move-in ready studio with plenty of potential? Then this apartment on the Singel is definitely worth a viewing.