Eerste Helmersstraat 15-2
Helmersbuurt-Oost · 1054 CX Amsterdam
A classic Amsterdam apartment on the Eerste Helmersstraat
This rental home on the Eerste Helmersstraat sits in the heart of the lively Helmersbuurt-Oost. The listing did not state an energy label, so the rest of this page focuses on the street and the neighbourhood rather than the home's energy performance. At €1,550 per month, the rent sat well below the neighbourhood average of €3,113, making it a keen option for those looking in this part of Amsterdam. For context, apartments in Amsterdam typically command higher rents. This home has not been online since 1 November 2026.
Life in the Helmersbuurt-Oost
The Helmersbuurt-Oost neighbourhood is described by residents as lively and bustling, with plenty to see and do. One resident notes, "Pleasant, beautiful neighbourhood with lots to see and do. Cultural visits to the many museums and parks, with plenty of cosiness from shops, cafés and restaurants." Another adds, "Lots of supermarkets, shops and cafés. Very accessible by public transport." Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores 7.66 out of 10. The area is home to many single-person households, reflecting its urban, central character.
Daily life on the street
For daily errands, a Lidl is just around the corner, with a Jumbo and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. The Huygens College for secondary education is a five-minute walk, while primary options like OBS Leonardo da Vinci and the Cornelis Vrijschool are within a ten-minute stroll. A park or green space is also close by, and the train station is 3.2 km away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers a dense network of amenities, with restaurants and a GP practice nearby.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Keij & Stefels B.V.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Eerste Helmersstraat 15-2, Amsterdam
Was €1,550 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,550 was significantly below the neighbourhood average of €3,113 and the median of €2,675 for rentals in Helmersbuurt-Oost. With an average price per square metre of €34.27, this 69 m² apartment came in well under what similar homes typically fetch.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Residents describe the Helmersbuurt-Oost as lively and bustling, with cultural visits to museums and parks, and plenty of shops, cafés and restaurants. One resident notes it is lively but also offers peace and quiet when needed. Another mentions lots of supermarkets and very accessible public transport. The neighbourhood scores 7.66 out of 10 based on two reviews.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
A Lidl is just 55 metres away, making it on your doorstep for daily shopping. A Jumbo is 170 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 203 metres from the home. With 152 supermarkets within 5 km, you have plenty of choice for groceries in the surrounding area.
What schools are nearby?
The Huygens College for secondary education is 325 metres away, and the Barlaeus Gymnasium is 556 metres. For primary education, OBS Leonardo da Vinci is 446 metres, the Cornelis Vrijschool is 476 metres, and Basisschool Het Museumkwartier is 581 metres. All are within a short walk.
How accessible is public transport?
The nearest train station is 3.2 km from the home. Residents note that public transport is available everywhere, making it easy to travel to other neighbourhoods. The area is very accessible, with a high address density of 10,515 per km², reflecting its central urban location.
Why was there no energy label in this listing?
Keij & Stefels B.V. had published only the street and price on their site.
