








Unique Ground Floor Apartment with Stunning Singelgracht Views in Amsterdam's Historic Center
Key Features
Description
Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam, this exceptional ground floor apartment at Prof. Tulpstraat 42 offers a rare opportunity to own a unique home in one of the city's most desirable locations. Situated directly behind the renowned Amstel Hotel and hidden along the Singelgracht, this property combines tranquility, privacy, and exceptional light quality.
This remarkable residence is available for the first time in over twenty years. The apartment spans approximately 101 square meters across two full floors, featuring an impressive sixteen windows that allow natural light to flood the interior throughout the day. The corner position and expansive glazing create a bright, open atmosphere that sets this property apart from typical Amsterdam apartments.
The property offers a private entrance, high ceilings, and uninterrupted views of the Singelgracht. The entire home features stunning castle oak flooring that adds warmth and character throughout. What makes this apartment particularly special is the basement level, which defies traditional basement expectations with its remarkably large windows that provide excellent light and air circulation, creating comfortable living spaces that rarely exist below ground level.
Located in a small, high quality building constructed in 2006 by Stadsherstel Amsterdam, the apartment is one of only seven luxury residences in the development. This ensures exclusivity and privacy for residents while maintaining the historic charm of the area.
The ground floor welcomes residents through a private entrance, with a few steps leading to the main living area. Here, an open plan living and dining area connects seamlessly with a functional kitchen equipped with essential appliances including a refrigerator freezer, oven, gas stove, dishwasher, and extractor hood. Practical storage space has been cleverly incorporated above the kitchen.
The entire ground floor features large windows on multiple sides, creating exceptional natural light and offering beautiful views of the Singelgracht. The corner position and light penetration give the living floor an open and spacious character. At the front of the home, there is space for a seating area, perfect for enjoying the surroundings.
From the central landing, which also houses the meter cupboard and stairs to the basement, residents can access the lower level. This floor features three well designed rooms, including two full sized bedrooms. The centrally located bathroom is equipped with a shower, toilet, and vanity unit. There is also a separate utility room with space for a washing machine and dryer. From this space, residents have access to the common circulation area with storage facilities for other apartments in the building.
The Prof. Tulpstraat location is exceptional, offering peaceful living in a characterful street in Amsterdam Center, with the Utrechtsestraat and Plantagebuurt just a short walk away. The area provides the perfect balance of tranquility and accessibility to city amenities.
For daily shopping, the Wibautstraat and Sarphatistraat are nearby, while the Amstel and Utrechtsestraat offer a wide range of cafes and restaurants. Popular establishments like De Ysbreeker, Zoldering and De Juwelier are within walking distance, as are numerous other quality dining options and coffee shops. Cultural and green facilities such as Carré, the Hortus Botanicus and Artis are also in the immediate vicinity.
The property is excellently connected to public transportation, with various tram and metro stops (including Weesperplein) within walking distance, providing direct connections to the rest of the city. By car, the A10 ring road is accessible in approximately ten minutes. Parking is managed through the permit system.
Key features of this property include apartment rights of approximately 101 square meters (measured according to NEN 2580 measurement standards), a ground floor apartment with basement, located in a protected cityscape that is UNESCO World Heritage, excellent light and free views of the water, ownership on private land, an active owners association (VvE) managed by the owners themselves, a monthly contribution of € 170.01, and delivery by mutual agreement.
The property has an Energy Label C rating and features partial double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation. Heating is provided by a Intergas HR 107 (gas fired combi boiler from 2005), which also provides hot water.
The building features a saddle roof covered with tiles, and the apartment has four rooms in total, including two bedrooms. The bathroom is equipped with a shower, toilet and washbasin furniture, and there is a separate toilet. The apartment is located on the ground floor with two living levels and benefits from natural ventilation and TV cable.
The property is located on a quiet road, along a waterway, and in the city center. Parking is available through paid parking, public parking and parking permits. The VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, has a periodic contribution, a reserve fund, a maintenance plan and building insurance.
This information has been carefully compiled by the listing agent, though no liability is accepted for any incompleteness, inaccuracy or otherwise, nor for the consequences thereof. All specified dimensions and surfaces are indicative. The buyer has their own duty of investigation into all matters that are important to them. Regarding this property, the broker is the seller's advisor. The seller advises engaging a professional (NVM) broker to guide you through the purchase process. If you have specific wishes regarding the property, they advise making these known to your buying broker in time and conducting independent research. If you do not engage a professional representative, you are considered by law to be sufficiently expert to oversee all matters of importance. The NVM conditions apply.

