Days on Market Stretch in Jordaan as Vendors Increase Discounts

Properties across Jordaan took an average 51 days to sell in the second quarter of 2026, up from 37 days a year earlier, while vendors applied discounts averaging 5 percent to close deals.

The shift coincides with tighter lending rules introduced by Dutch banks in March and lingering effects from higher interest rates that have kept some buyers on the sidelines. Local agents report fewer multiple-offer situations and more negotiations over price before contracts are signed.

Listings near the Elandsgracht have been the slowest to move, with several apartments on Egelantiersstraat still active after eight weeks. Further north, units overlooking the Lindengracht market have required price adjustments of between 4 and 7 percent to secure offers, according to data compiled by the Jordaan Property Board.

Discount Patterns by Street

Figures released on 3 July by the board show that 62 percent of Jordaan listings that sold in June carried a reduction from the original asking price. One three-bedroom canal house on the Bloemgracht closed on 28 June after 64 days with a final price 6.2 percent below the March listing. Average achieved prices in the neighbourhood fell to 8,450 euros per square metre, down 180 euros from the same period last year.

Practical Steps for Buyers and Sellers

Sellers planning to list before the autumn should review comparable sales on the Prinsengracht and prepare to accept offers within the first month. Buyers who move quickly on properties that have already been on the market for more than 40 days can often negotiate an additional 3 percent off the revised asking price by highlighting inspection findings. Agents recommend checking the Jordaan Property Board weekly report for updated days-on-market figures before making an offer.

This article is general information only and is not personal financial or investment advice. Consider your own circumstances and seek licensed professional advice before making financial decisions.