Paramariboplein en omgeving, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis first-floor apartment on Crynssenstraat sits in a quiet pocket of the Westindische Buurt, with the city's energy just a short walk away. At 49 m² it's compact but well-proportioned, and the 1927 building gives it that characteristic Amsterdam feel. The asking price of €445,000 is notably keen compared to the neighbourhood average, partly because the home is smaller than many in the area, you can see how it stacks up against other apartments in Amsterdam.
The neighbourhood around Paramariboplein gets mixed reviews from residents. One calls it a "Quiet and beautiful part of Amsterdam" and notes it's "still becoming more beautiful." Another finds it "Cosy" with "lots of squares for your children." But a third resident says the area has "deteriorated extremely" and mentions antisocial behaviour and untidy gardens. Based on three reviews, the average score is 6.4 out of 10. The area is densely populated, mostly singles and young adults, and almost all homes are pre-war flats. For more context, have a look at the neighbourhood Paramariboplein e.o..
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and an Aldi is a couple of streets away. For a bigger shop, Jumbo and Lidl are a five-minute walk. There are several primary schools within walking distance, OBS Corantijn is a couple of streets away, and Basisschool Het Winterkoninkje is a five-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and leisure options you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaar in Amsterdam B.V., Funda, Pararius and Vastgoed Nederland.
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Crynssenstraat 66-1, Amsterdam
Satisfactory · 3 residents
It's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
Auto-translated to English by AIAlways nice, lots of squares for your children and also many babysitting houses, so actually perfect for a family
Auto-translated to English by AIThe residents are antisocial, no one keeps the neighbourhood tidy, the gardens are used as dog walking spots, a shame but this neighbourhood has deteriorated extremely.
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About Crynssenstraat 66-1, Amsterdam
The asking price is about 30% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€634,359), but the apartment is also smaller than average (49 m² vs 69 m²). The price per square metre works out to roughly €9,082, which is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €9,346. So it's priced keenly for its size, but not unusually cheap.
The energy label is D. That's fairly typical for a pre-war apartment in this area, over 30% of homes in the neighbourhood have a label D or lower. A D label means the home is not particularly energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home. It's worth checking the exact energy performance certificate for details.
Opinions vary. One resident describes it as "Cosy" with "lots of squares for your children" and "perfect for a family." Another says it's a "quiet and beautiful part of Amsterdam." But a third review mentions antisocial behaviour and untidy gardens. The area has a mix of households: about 420 with children and 640 without, so families are present but not the majority.
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. The city centre is easily reachable by bike or public transport.
The floor area is 49 m², which typically accommodates one or two bedrooms, but you would need to check the layout with the agent.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. The plot size is not given, so it's unlikely there is private outdoor space.
For a pre-war apartment in Amsterdam, it typically covers building insurance, maintenance of common areas and a reserve fund. You would need to ask the agent for the exact amount.
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