A ground-floor apartment with a garden in Amsterdam
This apartment on the Eerste Helmersstraat sits in the Cremerbuurt-West, a part of Amsterdam where the streets are lined with classic pre-war architecture. The asking price is €735,000. For context, the average asking price per square metre in this neighbourhood is €9,973, and this home is listed at €9,932 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. If you are looking at [apartments in Amsterdam], this one stands out for its ground-floor position and private garden.
A home with a garden and modern touches
Built in 1909, this apartment has been brought up to date with an energy label A, double glazing and floor insulation, according to the agent. The layout spans one floor and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The garden faces southeast and measures 16 m², a rare find for a city apartment. The property is held as freehold with the ground lease perpetually bought off, so there is no recurring ground rent. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €114. The agent lists the living area as 74 m², while the BAG registration records 55 m², so the two sources differ on this point.
Life in Cremerbuurt-West
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident describes the area as "extremely nice and cozy," noting the many amenities, parks, shopping areas, bars and daycares. Another resident, who has lived here for over six years, says the neighbourhood is "calm, safe and green," and has changed a lot in recent years, attracting younger residents and families. The same resident mentions that it remains affordable compared with the rest of the city. About half of the 5,580 residents are between 25 and 45 years old, and 59% of households are single-person households. For more on what this part of the city is like, have a look at [the Cremerbuurt-West neighbourhood].
Daily life and getting around
An Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep, with another Albert Heijn just around the corner and a Jumbo and Lidl a couple of streets away. Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt is just around the corner for primary education, and there are several other schools within a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Integrale Huisartsenpraktijk West, a couple of streets away, and the Service Staring Apotheek is just around the corner. Tram line 1 stops at Rhijnvis Feithstraat, a couple of streets away, and at Jan Pieter Heijestraat, a five-minute walk. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Lelylaan, a ten-minute walk. This is all part of [the municipality of Amsterdam].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €585,000, and the asking price is 26% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 35%, from €433,000 to €585,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the norm, and aircraft noise is also 49 dB Lden, above the norm, while railway noise at 32 dB Lden stays below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970. The climate indications for this area are medium for pluvial flooding and heat stress, with a low flood risk now and in 2050, and heat stress expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Visch & van Zeggelaar Groot Amsterdam and other platforms.
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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 218H, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €735,000 is 26% above the WOZ value of €585,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The difference between the asking price and the WOZ value is a fact about this listing, and it is up to you to interpret what it means for the price.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It is located on the ground floor and has a garden of 16 m² facing southeast. The living area is listed as 74 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 55 m². The property has double glazing and floor insulation, and heating is provided by a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home has double glazing and floor insulation, which are features that contribute to energy efficiency. The label is based on the official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data from KCAF. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, and 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before that year. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The data does not say whether there are any actual foundation issues with this property.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm, and aircraft noise is also 49 dB Lden, above the norm. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden, which stays below the norm. These figures come from public data for the address and are area-level indications. They describe the general noise environment, not the sound insulation of this particular home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn is just 30 metres away, so you can be there in seconds. Another Albert Heijn is 254 metres away, and a Jumbo and a Lidl are both 474 metres away. There are also more supermarkets within a short distance, with 153 supermarkets within 5 kilometres. This means you have plenty of options for daily groceries within a short walk.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt, a primary school, is just 52 metres away, making it a very short walk for families with young children. Other primary schools within a ten-minute walk include Basisschool Het Winterkoninkje 2e Montessori-School at 534 metres and Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt at 608 metres. There is also a secondary special education school, Postjes College, at 400 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
Tram line 1 stops at Rhijnvis Feithstraat, 180 metres away, and at Jan Pieter Heijestraat, 313 metres away. There is also a night bus, line N88, at Overtoomsesluis, 531 metres away. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Lelylaan, 1.9 kilometres away. These stops give you access to the tram and bus network without needing to walk far.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident calls the area "extremely nice and cozy," with lots of amenities, parks, shopping areas, bars and daycares. Another resident, who has lived here for over six years, says it is "calm, safe and green," and has improved in recent years, attracting younger residents and families. These reviews describe the wider municipality, not specifically this neighbourhood.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €114. This fee is paid by the owner of the apartment and covers the costs of the shared parts of the building, such as maintenance and insurance. The exact services covered by this fee are not detailed in the listing, so you would need to ask the agent for the full breakdown if you want more specifics.
