Duplex Apartment Jacob van Lennepkade 53, Amsterdam - For Rent

This duplex apartment is located on the Jacob van Lennepkade in the Helmersbuurt neighborhood of Amsterdam Oud-West, on the edge of the city center. The property occupies the third and fourth levels of a stately canal-side building dating from 1894 and offers a living area of 135 m². The apartment was renovated in 2026, which included the installation of a new kitchen, and is offered furnished. The home has energy label B, is fully insulated, and features double glazing, mechanical ventilation, and central heating via a central heating boiler. With an unobstructed view over the water and a position on a quiet road, the property combines a canal-side setting with modern comfort.

Access is via the communal staircase to the second floor, from where an internal staircase leads to a hallway on the third floor, which also has a separate restroom. The dual-aspect living room forms the heart of this level and is notably bright and open. On the canal side, the living area features a French balcony with a view over the Jacob van Lennepkade and the Da Costakade. At the rear is a spacious open kitchen, fully equipped with built-in appliances including a refrigerator, freezer, wine cooler, dishwasher, and a six-burner gas stove with oven and extractor hood.

An internal staircase leads to the fourth floor, where a hallway provides access to the various rooms. The master bedroom is situated at the front and includes a wall of built-in wardrobes. At the rear are two additional bedrooms, one large and one smaller, bringing the total to three bedrooms. The centrally located bathroom is well appointed, with a wall-mounted toilet, double vanity, bathtub, and separate shower. A further staircase leads up to the highlight of the property: a generous roof terrace of approximately 30 m², complete with a rooftop pavilion and a wide view over Amsterdam.

The Helmersbuurt offers a peaceful residential atmosphere while remaining close to the city center. The area has a wide selection of pubs and restaurants, including Dapper, De Jappaner, Toussaint, Brouwerij Troost, and Bosco, as well as supermarkets such as EkoPlaza and Albert Heijn and various specialty shops. Accessibility is good, with several tram and bus connections nearby and easy access to the A10 ring road by car, while Vondelpark is also within walking distance. The monthly rent is €5,250, excluding utilities, TV, and internet, and permit parking is available. The apartment is available from December 1, 2026, and is ideally suited to a couple or a family; it is not suitable for students or shared occupancy, and pets are not permitted.