Eerste Helmersstraat 198-4
Cremerbuurt-West, Amsterdam
AreaA classic Amsterdam upper-floor apartment
This 1907 upper-floor apartment sits on the fourth floor of a classic Amsterdam building on Eerste Helmersstraat, right in the heart of the city yet in a proper residential street. With three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom across a single floor, it's a compact but well-proportioned home. The asking price of €675,000 is in line with the market, and the property is offered via two channels. For a sense of what's on offer in the wider city, you might compare with other apartments in Amsterdam.
The home itself
The apartment spans 85 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 77 m². It comes with double glazing, a central heating boiler and a French balcony, plus a sunny terrace of 33 m² facing south. The ground lease runs until 16-04-2031, with an annual charge of €102.19, and the homeowners' association fee is €158 per month. The property is municipally owned land under leasehold.
Life in Cremerbuurt-West
The Cremerbuurt-West neighbourhood is a lively, green pocket of Amsterdam Oud-West. Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.37 out of 10, based on 256 reviews. One resident describes it as "extremely nice and cozy," noting "lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another, who has lived here over six years, calls it "calm, safe and green," adding that it's "constantly changing for the better." A third resident praises the "great trees that provide cooling and relaxation," though they mention litter around the waste containers as a recurring annoyance.
Amenities and transport
A daily routine here is easy. The Albert Heijn supermarket is just around the corner, with another and a Jumbo and Lidl both within a short stroll. The Service Staring Apotheek is a few doors away, and the GP practice at SAG Gezondheidscentrum Helmersstraat is about a ten-minute walk. For schools, Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt is a short walk away. Tram line 1 stops at Jan Pieter Heijestraat and Rhijnvis Feithstraat, both within a few minutes' walk, and Amsterdam Lelylaan station is about two kilometres off.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value was set at €755,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 11% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 31%, from €576,000 to €755,000. As for the address itself, the noise from road traffic is measured at 54 dB Lden, above the norm, while aircraft noise at 49 dB Lden also exceeds it; railway noise at 32 dB Lden stays under. The foundation risk indication is medium, given the building dates from before 1970. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Sources
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels: AVT Makelaars and AVT Makelaars. The listing has been live since 2 September 2026.
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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 198-4, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €675,000 is 11% below the WOZ value of €755,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 31%, from €576,000 in 2020 to €755,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area at 77 m², while the BAG registration records 85 m². There is also a French balcony and a 33 m² terrace facing south.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. In the wider neighbourhood, about 25% of the homes for sale have an energy label of D or lower, so this property sits in the less efficient range.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, road traffic noise is measured at 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch norm. Aircraft noise is 49 dB Lden, also above the norm, while railway noise at 32 dB Lden stays below it. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
How close are the nearest shops and supermarkets?
An Albert Heijn supermarket is just 78 metres away, with another at 186 metres. A Jumbo and a Lidl are both about 555 metres off, and a SPAR is at 630 metres. The pharmacy, Service Staring Apotheek, is 156 metres away.
What is the ground lease situation?
The property is on municipal land under leasehold, with the lease ending on 16 April 2031. The annual ground rent is €102.19. The homeowners' association fee is €158 per month.
How do residents rate living in this area?
Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give their living environment an average score of 7.37 out of 10, based on 256 reviews. One resident calls the area "extremely nice and cozy," while another describes it as "calm, safe and green." A third resident mentions litter around waste containers as a recurring issue.
What public transport options are nearby?
Tram line 1 stops at Jan Pieter Heijestraat, 237 metres away, and at Rhijnvis Feithstraat, 255 metres away. The Witte de Withstraat stop, served by tram lines 1, 7 and 17 plus night bus N83, is 552 metres off. Amsterdam Lelylaan train station is about 2 kilometres away.
