A special home: Rijksmonument Osnabrugge, living in a piece of Amsterdam history
Behind the stately facades of Rijksmonument Osnabrugge lies a living environment that is rarely offered on the Amsterdam housing market. Not only is the apartment special, but the building itself can rightly be called unique. Rijksmonument Osnabrugge is a characteristic Amsterdam merchant’s house with a rich history dating back to the 17th century. Over the centuries, many authentic elements have been preserved, allowing the building to still exude the grandeur and appearance of times past.
The building stretches from the Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal to the Spuistraat, boasting an imposing front and rear facade. At the rear is a richly decorated gable adorned with a coat of arms, helmet (mantling), crowned with a crest in the form of a beehive with bees and roses. This gable has been carefully restored and gilded and originally came from Oudezijds Voorburgwal 50. The neck gable at the front facade with the oeils de boeuf of Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal has been historically relocated and originally came from Prinsengracht 50.
Upon entering, you are immediately welcomed by the impressive monumental entrance, the beautiful staircase with marble floor and paneling, Louis XVI doors, a stunning stained-glass window, and the rich stucco and carving work present in various places throughout the building. These historic details give Osnabrugge an atmosphere and character that are hardly found in many other buildings.
Thanks to the recent sustainable renovation, a special balance has been created between monumental charm and contemporary living comfort. As a result, you enjoy daily the appearance of a historic canal house combined with the quality, sustainability, and comfort of today.
The combination of Osnabrugge’s rich history, the high-quality finish of the apartment, and the exceptional location in Amsterdam’s historic center makes this a home for lovers of character, quality, and ambiance. A place where every homecoming feels special.
About the apartment
A completely sustainably renovated apartment in a beautiful Rijksmonument ‘Osnabrugge’ with lots of natural light, use of high-quality materials, and a very high level of delivery. This apartment is located in the historic center on Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal in the heart of vibrant Amsterdam and just a stone’s throw from all kinds of amenities. Who wouldn’t want to live here!
This apartment with two living floors, a roof terrace, a living room with open kitchen, a bathroom, and 2 bedrooms, is accessible via a beautiful monumental, high-quality furnished and painted staircase with an authentic marble entrance and rich stucco and carving on the walls and ceiling. You reach the apartment entrance on the second floor.
The apartment has an A+++ energy label and the entire building has recently been completely rebuilt and sustainably modernized while preserving original details. Energy-efficient installations have been applied, and facades, ceilings, and floors are (soundproof) insulated.
You live on a beautiful street in the historic heart of the city. The central location means almost everything is within walking distance. The Damstraat, Kalverstraat, the Rokin, De Bijenkorf, the Royal Palace on Dam Square, the Jordaan, the Spui, the Nieuwmarkt (with a farmers market every Saturday), and the cozy 9 streets. Moreover, you will find a wide range of restaurants, cafés, museums, theaters like De Kleine Komedie, Carré, and The National Opera & Ballet in the immediate vicinity. The home is easily accessible by public transport: various trains, tram lines, city buses, the metro (North-South line), and the central station are within walking distance of this apartment. With a parking permit, it is possible to park on the canals or in the underground parking garage directly opposite the building on Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal.
In short, the perfect place to live quietly and, due to its central location, also a wonderful base for a dynamic life.
Layout:
On the second floor is the spacious and well-divided living room with an open kitchen and a bathroom. The living room has a beautiful view over Spuistraat. There is plenty of natural light due to the large window frames with classic divided panes. The beautiful original beam layer has been preserved and gives the space a warm atmosphere.
The kitchen is modern, equipped with a natural stone countertop, and has all desired built-in appliances such as an oven-microwave combination, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, induction hob, and stainless steel extractor hood, all from the brand Siemens. The stainless steel extractor hood has the latest filter system, so replacing internal filters is no longer necessary. Despite the authentic feeling the building gives, the kitchen is characterized by its modern character.
The luxurious and spacious bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower with hand and rain shower, a glass shower door, a toilet, a thermostatic mixer tap, a large washbasin with storage options, a mechanical ventilation system, and connections for a washing machine and dryer.
A fixed staircase from the living room leads you to the two spacious bedrooms and the roof terrace.
The two bedrooms are located in the beautiful high roof of the building where beautiful original beams are still present. The bedrooms are spacious and practical in layout and have closet space and a storage spot above the staircase. One bedroom overlooks the Spuistraat, and the other bedroom borders the roof terrace, both with pleasant natural light.
The entire apartment is optimally laid out, and everything radiates comfort and luxury: stylish panel doors with stainless steel door and window handles and decorative mouldings, energy-efficient LED recessed lighting, beautiful floor finishing with high skirting boards, elegant switchgear as well as an HR central heating system, a hybrid heat pump with modern flat convectors. There is also a sustainable mechanical ventilation system throughout the entire apartment for optimal ventilation. Additionally, both bedrooms and the living room are supplied with curtains and/or sheers, and the apartment has an intercom system with a speech-listening device at the entrance door and security locks.
A modern living enjoyment where the apartment has been renovated sustainably (energy label A+++, so lower energy costs) but is also maintained sustainably (staircase maintenance, MV and central heating installation, and exterior window cleaning). In short, a fantastic and stylish combination of modern and classical elements that is a feast for the eyes.
Will you become the new resident of this fantastic apartment?
Disclaimer:
The staircase and the front facade are currently undergoing renovation and are expected to be completed by mid-October 2026.
Studently
Source: interhouse makelaars sassenheim
