The apartment at Kerkstraat 88 I is located on freehold land in the chic center of Amsterdam. The entire building underwent a thorough renovation in 2010, including foundation restoration. This charming property features a spacious living room in the front house. The contemporary kitchen with ample workspace, and the two spacious bedrooms (each with its own en suite bathroom), are located in the rear house. The bedroom on the top floor boasts an impressive ceiling height of over 4 meters. The sunny 19 m² terrace adjacent to the kitchen is perfect for outdoor enjoyment. This home combines stylish living with a delightful indoor-outdoor experience in the heart of Amsterdam.
Tour
The spacious living room on the first floor in the front house features warm wooden flooring and built-in cabinets. A playful view through leads to the cozy kitchen in the rear house. This contemporary kitchen offers plenty of workspace and is ideal for a chef. French doors connect the kitchen to a terrace, ensuring a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. The hall includes a guest toilet, utility closet, and laundry room. The property has two spacious bedrooms, each on its own floor, with en suite bathrooms. The first bedroom on the second floor includes a bathroom with a bathtub, double vanity, and walk-in shower. The second bedroom on the top floor features an impressive ceiling height of over 4 meters and its own bathroom with a walk-in shower, toilet, and sink. The central heating boiler is housed in a built-in closet, and the loft provides additional storage space. The sunny approximately 19 m² terrace facing southeast is directly accessible from the kitchen and offers a quiet spot to enjoy the fresh air, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
What the residents will miss
"The kitchen has always been our favorite spot, a cozy place for dinners."
Neighborhood
The property is located in one of the most charming and historic neighborhoods of Amsterdam. This area is known for its picturesque canals, beautiful architecture, and vibrant atmosphere. It's a place where history, culture, and contemporary trends seamlessly converge. Surrounded by elegant townhouses, ornate bridges, and lush trees creating an idyllic setting. The neighborhood around the property is also home to many iconic landmarks. The Rijksmuseum, Stedelijk Museum, and Van Gogh Museum are within walking distance. Also nearby are the Stadsschouwburg, Concertgebouw, Tuschinski, and Paradiso. The area also offers a range of trendy boutiques, cozy cafes, restaurants, and galleries. Walking through the neighborhood is an experience in itself, as you are surrounded by a mix of local residents, artists, tourists, and the always buzzing atmosphere of Amsterdam.
Key details
• Usable living area approximately 136 m²
• Located on freehold land
• Energy label C
• Service costs HOA €200.00 per month
• Renovated in 2010, including foundation restoration
• Protected national cityscape
• Part of UNESCO World Heritage
City Church
Living in the chic center of the city is a privilege. I personally lived on Lange Leidsedwarsstraat for several years and had the opportunity to experience this part of the city. The dynamic nature of the center is something I greatly enjoyed; it’s the reason you want to live in the city.
The property at Kerkstraat 88 I is surprising in many ways. The playful character, the layout, and the tranquility in the back part of the house will positively surprise potential buyers. I experienced this myself.
If you are interested, I would be happy to invite you to visit. Of course, I will tell you more about the apartment then. Perhaps see you soon!
Glenn van der Zanden | Real Estate Agent, Broersma Wonen
Architecture
The building at Kerkstraat 88 was constructed as a single unit around 1782 in an atypical (neo-Renaissance) architectural style for the area. Characteristic of the building and its style are the use of a brick facade combined with various natural stone details and richly detailed facade anchors. The facade features symmetry and detailing typical of neo-Renaissance style, such as arched windows and decorative elements above the window frames. The facade of this building is a “lijstgevel” (list facade). This type of facade is characterized by a straight, often simple upper edge (the “lijst”) that caps the facade. In this case, there is a clear cornice at the top of the facade that covers it. The list facade was a common facade type in urban architecture in the Netherlands, especially for mansions and residential houses. Over the years, the front facade of the building has been adapted several times to suit the functionality of, for example, a workshop or shop.
In 2010, a major renovation took place, during which the shell and the outer envelope were thoroughly addressed. The foundation was also repaired. The entire renovation was carried out under the supervision of architect André van Stigt. Van Stigt is known primarily for his renovation projects, including a large number of schools in Amsterdam, the Conservatorium Hotel, Apollohallen, and the Filmmuseum.
Living and Cooking
The living area is located on the first floor and can be accessed via the hallway. The spacious living room is situated at the front of the building, facing Kerkstraat, and features a warm wooden floor and an attractive built-in wardrobe. The view into the back part of the house creates a playful effect.
In the rear part of the house, you’ll find the charming and generously sized open-plan kitchen. This nearly square space is perfect for hosting a cozy dinner with friends and/or family. The kitchen is modern and functional, ideal for a serious cook. There is ample workspace for preparing delicious meals, or for enjoying a quick breakfast or a pleasant drink at the bar. The French doors leading to the terrace offer a seamless flow to the outdoors, enhancing the indoor-outdoor living experience.
The hallway also includes a guest toilet, utility closet, and laundry room.
Sleeping and bathing
The property features two full-sized bedrooms, both located in the rear part of the house. Each bedroom is on its own floor and offers ample space for a king-size bed and a built-in wardrobe. The first bedroom is situated on the second floor and includes a spacious en-suite bathroom. The bathroom is equipped with a bathtub, double vanity, and a walk-in shower. There is also a separate toilet located in the hallway.
The second bedroom is on the third and top floor. This room has a unique character, partly due to its height of over four meters. It also features an en-suite bathroom, which includes a walk-in shower, toilet, and sink. The utility closet contains the central heating system, and the mezzanine provides additional storage space.
The terrace and patio
Experience ultimate outdoor living from the kitchen with the French doors leading to the terrace. Enjoy the sun outside? This is the perfect spot for it. The terrace is situated on the sunny southeast side, providing a delightful space to relax and escape the city’s hustle and bustle. With an area of approximately 19 m², the terrace is spacious and quietly located at the rear of the property
Neighborhood
The property is located in one of the most charming and historic neighborhoods of Amsterdam. This area is known for its picturesque canals, stunning architecture, and vibrant atmosphere. It is a place where history, culture, and contemporary trends seamlessly blend together. Surrounded by elegant mansions, graceful bridges, and lush trees, it forms an idyllic setting. The neighborhood is also home to many iconic landmarks. The Rijksmuseum, Stedelijk Museum, and Van Gogh Museum are within walking distance. Nearby are also the Stadsschouwburg, Concertgebouw, Tuschinski, and Paradiso.
The area offers a range of trendy boutiques, cozy cafes, restaurants, and galleries. Walking through the neighborhood is an experience in itself, as you are surrounded by a mix of locals, artists, tourists, and the ever-buzzing vibe of Amsterdam.
Accessibility
The apartment is easily accessible by bike, car, or public transport. The Ring A10 can be reached within 5 minutes by car via exit S108 (Oud-Zuid). Multiple tram and bus lines, such as trams 1, 2, 5, 7, 12, and 19, depart from both Prinsengracht and Leidseplein, connecting to various destinations including Central Station and Nieuw Sloten, Amstelveen, Osdorp, and Sloterdijk. From Leidseplein, regional transport also departs, including a direct connection to Schiphol Airport. Central Station is reachable by bike within 5-10 minutes.
Amsterdam is known for being bike-friendly, with numerous bike paths and parking facilities in the area. Navigating the canals by bike is easy and allows you to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Parking
Parking is available through a permit system on the public road (permit area Centrum-2f). With a Centrum-2f parking permit, you may park in Centrum-2. A parking permit for residents costs €315.60 per 6 months. Currently, there is a 10-month waiting period for this permit area. A second parking permit in this area is not possible. In addition to public parking, it is also possible to park for free with a permit in the Vijzelgracht garage. (Source: Municipality of Amsterdam, September 2024).
Wat de eigenaren gaan missen
Kerkstraat, gerestaureerd door meesterarchitect André Van Stigt van het gerenommeerde architectenbureau Van Stigt, is met veel respect voor het originele pand gerenoveerd. De woonkeuken is altijd onze lievelingsplek geweest, een sfeervolle plek voor diners. De woonkamer, met zijn hogere plafond, biedt veel meer ruimtelijkheid.
De keuken en woonkamer zijn beiden onze favoriete plekken in het huis. Vanuit de patio kun je naar een ander deel van de kamer kijken, wat een gevoel van verbondenheid geeft.
Kerkstraat is een unieke straat met eenrichtingsverkeer, midden in het centrum en toch een oase van rust. De lijstenmaker beneden is een perfecte buur, en met de beste koffie van Bocca vonden wij de buurt altijd geweldig.
Aanraders in de buurt zijn Bocca voor koffie, Red voor surf en turf, Soep Enzo voor een gezonde lunch, en Stach voor snacks.
Als we afscheid nemen, zullen we de herinnering aan Kerkstraat als een heerlijk groot huis, waar je toch in elke kamer heel knus voelt, koesteren.