Cremerbuurt-West, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1907 apartment in the heart of Amsterdam feels like a piece of the city's history. With 53 m² of living space and an energy label C, it's a manageable home with character. The asking price of €525,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €652,370, about 20% lower. For context, that's well below the median of €562,500, making it a relatively affordable entry into this part of town. If you're looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its price point.
Cremerbuurt-West is a dense, energetic neighbourhood with 5,700 residents packed into a very strong urban area (9,752 addresses per km²). It's a place of singles, 2,140 one-person households, and few families with children (505). The streets are busy, the vibe is young (most residents are 25-45). There are no reviews from residents in the data, so this is based purely on the numbers. The neighbourhood Cremerbuurt-West is known for its pre-war architecture and central location.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and another Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Jumbo and Lidl are both a five-minute walk. For school runs, Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt is on your doorstep, and OBS Corantijn is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the cultural and transport links you'd expect from the capital.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Broersma Wonen and Funda. The price and details are current as of the listing date.
Details of this home
Kanaalstraat 157-3, Amsterdam
Data from Cremerbuurt-West
Data from Cremerbuurt-West
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About Kanaalstraat 157-3, Amsterdam
The asking price of €525,000 is about 20% below the neighbourhood average of €652,370 and also under the median of €562,500. Given the 53 m² size, that works out to roughly €9,906 per m², which is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €10,250 per m². So it's priced keenly compared to other homes currently on the market in Cremerbuurt-West.
Cremerbuurt-West is a very densely populated urban area with 5,700 residents. It's dominated by singles (2,140 one-person households) and young adults aged 25-45 (2,910). There are few families with children. The area has a high crime rate (313 total offences), but it's also central and lively, with many amenities within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. This is a bit farther than some other Amsterdam neighbourhoods, but the area is well served by trams and buses.
The apartment has an energy label C. This is average for a pre-war building, it means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy bills, but it's not as efficient as a modern home with label A or B.
Yes, the nearest park or public garden is 0.6 km away, about a seven-minute walk. That's handy for a quick escape from the urban bustle.
Currently, there are 46 apartments for sale in Cremerbuurt-West, with prices ranging from €350,000 to €1,260,000. The average price per m² is €10,250, so this apartment at €9,906/m² is slightly below average.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Cremerbuurt-West