Aviva Investors has acquired Keizersgracht 105, an office building located in the centre of Amsterdam, on behalf of one of its clients. The property, which offers more than 2,300m² of functional office space, currently serves as the global headquarters for an international retail company and is situated in the protected UNESCO world heritage site of the Canal district of Amsterdam, in the vibrant and dynamic “nine streets” area of the city. The purchase price was not disclosed.
The characteristic canal house exterior features a stately entrance and classic window lay-out, with the building being one of the finest examples of Amsterdam’s Canal House architecture. Along with the stunning original double-fronted façade, the high-quality interior and large private garden to the rear make Keizersgracht 105 a spacious and inviting workplace.
Gregoire Bailly-Salins, Head of Transactions Continental Europe, Aviva Investors, said: “We are delighted to have acquired a prime office building in the heart of Amsterdam’s canal area and secured what is a rare opportunity in a highly-desirable part of the city. This off-market acquisition continues our strategy for exposure to the key real estate markets across Europe, with a focus on core locations that offer strong market dynamics. Keizersgracht 105 is well aligned with our investment strategy in that regard and we believe it will provide both long-term performance and resilience for our clients.”
