Buying a home in De Weteringschans, Amsterdam.
De Weteringschans is a quiet stretch of green in the Pijp, where you'll find almost exclusively canal houses and a few smaller apartments. You live among people who are genuinely rooted in their neighbourhood and not constantly chasing the next trend. Water is right at your door, the Albert Cuyp market is around the corner, and you can handle daily errands in five minutes. This isn't the place if you crave constant buzz and crowds, but it's exactly right if you want to live where Amsterdam still feels like Amsterdam.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in De Weteringschans
Pros:
- Direct access to the Jordaan: walking distance to Westerstraat, Egelantiersgracht and Tweede Anjeliersdwarsstraat with shops, cafés and restaurants
- Tram 13 and 17 stop here; direct connections to Central Station and South
- Canal-side buildings with authentic 17th-century architecture; many corner properties with plenty of light
- The Amstel across the street; you can watch the water from your window
- Close to Albert Cuyp Market (5 minutes walk) for daily shopping
Cons:
- Prices are high due to canal location and proximity to the Jordaan; high demand, limited supply
- Tram 13 and 17 are busy; many tourists in summer
- Narrow streets and few parking spaces; owning a car is impractical here
- Many rental properties and Airbnb's in the area; neighborhoods change character quickly
- Canal-side buildings often have high maintenance costs and can have moisture problems
Living environment
More registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Amsterdam
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 266.75
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 2,046
- Residential burglary
- 23
- Theft
- 606
- Violence and threats
- 347
- Vandalism and public order
- 192
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through June 2026
What does De Weteringschans offer?
When you buy in Amsterdam, you're not just getting a house, you're joining a neighbourhood with its own rhythm. Most homes date from the 17th and 18th centuries, so expect narrow staircases, low ceilings, and windows overlooking canals or streets. Your neighbours are a mix: families rooted here for generations, young professionals, artists. Public transport works well, but most Amsterdammers simply cycle everywhere. What matters: it's busy, prices are steep, and you're paying for the location.
Buying agent in De Weteringschans
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Housing market De Weteringschans
The real estate market in Amsterdam shows notable activity. Homes sold this quarter reached 3,486, compared to 3,396 last quarter. The average transaction price this quarter was 658,000 euros, compared to 671,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter this quarter was 8,559 euros, compared to 8,625 euros last quarter. The average list price this quarter was 622,000 euros, compared to 629,000 euros last quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is 5% higher than last year, reflecting ongoing demand in the market.
Updated: June 2026
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