Cremerbuurt-Oost, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Gerard Brandtstraat sits in the heart of the Oud-West district, where the streets are lined with tall plane trees and the city hums just outside your window. At 85 m², it's a generous size for a pre-war flat, and the E energy label means heating costs will be something to budget for. With a price of €765,000, it's on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €707,381, but that reflects the larger floor area. For context, apartments in Amsterdam sell at a wide range of prices, and this one sits above the median.
Cremerbuurt-Oost is a dense, urban pocket of Amsterdam with a very strong city feel, the address density is over 10,500 per km². Most homes are pre-war apartments, and the area is popular with singles and couples: over half of households are one-person, and the average household size is just 1.6. There are few children here, but the streets are lively with cafes and restaurants. The Cremerbuurt-Oost neighbourhood has a mix of owner-occupied and rental homes, and the housing market is active, 148 homes sold in the last period, with an average selling time of 27 days.
Your daily routine here is wonderfully walkable. For groceries, an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and another is a couple of streets away. There's also a SPAR and a Jumbo within a ten-minute walk. For families, primary schools like Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt and Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt are a five-minute walk away, and secondary school Huygens College is also within easy reach. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which means all the city's cultural offerings, museums, theatres, parks, are on your doorstep.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including www.vva.amsterdam, Vastgoed Unie Makelaardij, and on Funda and Pararius. The information here is based on the listing as it stands.
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Gerard Brandtstraat 3-1, Amsterdam
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About Gerard Brandtstraat 3-1, Amsterdam
The asking price of €765,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €707,381 and the median of €600,000. However, this apartment is 85 m², while the average sold home in the area is 76 m². The price per m² works out to about €9,000, which is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €9,536 per m². So while the total price is high, it's in line with the size.
The energy label is E, which is common for pre-war buildings in Amsterdam, 100% of homes in the neighbourhood were built before 1945. An E label means the home is not very energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating bills compared to a modern home. It's worth considering potential improvements like double glazing or better insulation.
The neighbourhood is very well connected. The nearest train station is 2.7 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short tram ride. Tram and bus stops are within walking distance, connecting you to the city centre and other parts of Amsterdam. The area is also very bike-friendly.
The neighbourhood is predominantly made up of singles and couples, 850 of the 1,290 households are one-person. There are only 210 households with children. The age group 25-45 is the largest, with 1,110 residents. It's a lively, urban area with a mix of young professionals and older residents.
Yes, the nearest park or public garden is 0.5 km away, about a five-minute walk. Vondelpark, one of Amsterdam's largest parks, is also within easy reach. The area has a good balance of city life and green space.
The neighbourhood recorded 179 total crimes in the latest data. This is a relatively low number for a dense urban area. As with any city neighbourhood, it's always wise to be aware of your surroundings, but overall it's considered a safe area.
Parking in Amsterdam Oud-West can be challenging. The area has paid parking and a permit system for residents. It's best to check with the municipality about permit availability and costs. Many residents rely on bikes or public transport instead.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Cremerbuurt-Oost