A classic Amsterdam upper floor flat
This upper floor apartment sits on the Eerste Helmersstraat in the Cremerbuurt-Oost neighbourhood, part of the Helmersbuurt district in Amsterdam. The area is lively and bustling, with plenty of shops, cafés and restaurants, and the many museums and parks nearby offer cultural outings. The asking price of €550,000 is in line with the market, compared with the neighbourhood average asking price. For more context, you can compare it with other apartments in Amsterdam.
The home itself
Built in 1900, this apartment sits on the third floor and spans one level, with three rooms including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 52 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 51 m². The home has a balcony, and the agent notes it is set on a quiet road in a residential area. Insulation includes double glazing, HR glazing, HR+ glazing and floor insulation, and there is a central heating boiler. The property is in full ownership, with an HOA fee of €70 per month.
Life in Cremerbuurt-Oost
The neighbourhood is home to about 2,250 residents, many of whom live alone. Residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.28, based on four reviews. One resident says: "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 notes: "Lots of supermarkets, shops and cafés. Very accessible by public transport, which I use very often." A third resident finds it "too busy", mentioning dirt and exhaust fumes. The reviews reflect a mix of opinions, so it is worth reading them all. For more on the area, see the Cremerbuurt-Oost neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest supermarket, an Albert Heijn, is just around the corner, with another Albert Heijn a couple of streets away and a SPAR within a five-minute walk. For primary education, Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt is a five-minute walk, and Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt is also close. The nearest GP is SAG Gezondheidscentrum Helmersstraat, Huisartsen, a five-minute walk, and the Service Staring Apotheek is on your doorstep. Tram line 1 stops at Jan Pieter Heijestraat just around the corner, and the nearest train station is Amsterdam Lelylaan, a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers extensive public transport connections, as the municipality of Amsterdam shows. The address risk data indicates that road traffic noise is 56 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970, and the area is a KCAF attention area. For climate, pluvial flooding risk is medium, current flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently medium but elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via MAKELAAR BERT.
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About Eerste Helmersstraat 172-2, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €550,000 is in line with the market, according to a comparison with the neighbourhood average asking price of €563,438. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €10,541, and this home is listed at €10,577 per m² based on the agent's floor area. The price verdict is precomputed and does not reflect any judgement on whether the home is worth it.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over one floor. It is located on the third floor of the building. The agent lists the living area as 52 m², while the BAG registration states 51 m². There is a balcony, and the property is in full ownership. The HOA fee is €70 per month.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not part of the information provided for this property. Without it, no comparison with the asking price or historical development can be made. The listing does not include this data.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1900, and the postcode area is a KCAF attention area where 100% of properties were built before 1970. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The nearest supermarket, an Albert Heijn, is just around the corner at 138 metres, with another Albert Heijn at 261 metres and a SPAR at 546 metres. The nearest GP is SAG Gezondheidscentrum Helmersstraat, Huisartsen, at 355 metres, and the Service Staring Apotheek is at 78 metres. For schools, Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt is at 323 metres.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Tram line 1 stops at Jan Pieter Heijestraat, just 93 metres away. Another tram stop, Rhijnvis Feithstraat, is at 436 metres, also served by line 1. The Nicolaas Beetsstraat stop at 487 metres is served by tram lines 1, 7, 17 and bus line N83. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Lelylaan, at 2,159 metres.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.28, based on four reviews. One resident describes it as "lively and bustling" with "plenty of cosiness from shops, cafés and restaurants." Another appreciates the many supermarkets and good public transport. A third finds it "too busy," mentioning dirt and exhaust fumes. The reviews reflect a range of experiences.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B. This label indicates the home's energy performance, and with label B you can expect moderate energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent notes the home has double glazing, HR glazing, HR+ glazing and floor insulation, which may contribute to its efficiency. The label itself does not say anything about the structural condition of the building.
