Kanaalstraat 79H
Cremerbuurt-West · 1054 XB Amsterdam
A classic Amsterdam apartment
This apartment on Kanaalstraat 79H sits in the Cremerbuurt-West neighbourhood, a stone's throw from the Vondelpark and the lively Kinkerstraat. The home dates from 1901, a typical Amsterdam building from that era. The last known asking price of €595,000 was keen compared to the neighbourhood average asking price of €623,579. For context, apartments in Amsterdam were listed at an average of €10,022 per square metre. This home has not been online since 29 October 2026.
Inside the home
This listing did not state the energy label. The apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area was 55 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent listed it as 64 square metres. The price per square metre, based on the agent's figure, was €9,297.
The Cremerbuurt-West neighbourhood
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another resident, who recently bought a larger apartment in the same building, notes: "It's calm, safe and green, and although it could still improve and could get more support from the local government, it's still affordable (compared to the rest of the city) and constantly changing for the better." A third resident mentions the neighbourhood's greenery and trees, but also complains about litter around the waste containers. The neighbourhood has 5,580 inhabitants, and half of them are between 25 and 45 years old. For more on the Cremerbuurt-West neighbourhood, you can read the full profile.
Amenities and transport
An Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep, just 23 metres away, with another Albert Heijn a couple of streets further. The SPAR and a Jumbo are within a ten-minute walk. For primary education, Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt is just around the corner, and Basisschool Het Winterkoninkje 2e Montessori-School is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is SAG Gezondheidscentrum Helmersstraat, Huisartsen, a five-minute walk, and the Service Staring Apotheek is just around the corner. Tram stop Jan Pieter Heijestraat, served by line 1, is a couple of streets away, and Nicolaas Beetsstraat stop, with lines 1, 7, 17 and N83, is a five-minute walk. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Lelylaan, about 2.1 kilometres away. The municipality of Amsterdam offers extensive public transport and amenities across the city. According to public risk data at address level, the noise from road traffic is 47 dB Lden, from rail traffic 29 dB Lden, and from air traffic 48 dB Lden, all below the relevant noise standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970 and that 92% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. For climate risks, the indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, the current flood risk is low, and the heat stress indication is medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via JA Makelaardij.
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About Kanaalstraat 79H, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare to other apartments in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €595,000 was keen compared to the neighbourhood average asking price of €623,579. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €10,022, while this home was listed at €9,297 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. The median asking price in the neighbourhood was €545,000, so this apartment sat above that figure.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment had two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area was listed as 64 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 55 square metres. The home dates from 1901, a typical Amsterdam building from that era.
Why was there no energy label in the listing?
The agent had not published this field. The home dates from 1901, which may give some indication of its construction, but no energy label is available to confirm its efficiency.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public risk data. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The indication is based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970 and that 92% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. The data comes from KCAF, the knowledge centre for foundation issues.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public risk data, the noise from road traffic is 47 dB Lden, from rail traffic 29 dB Lden, and from air traffic 48 dB Lden. All three are below the relevant noise standards. These are area-level indications based on data from the Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the climate risk for this area?
According to public climate data, the indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, meaning there is a higher chance of water on the street during intense rainfall. The current flood risk is low, and the heat stress indication is medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn supermarket is just 23 metres away, literally on your doorstep. Another Albert Heijn is 260 metres away, and a SPAR is 443 metres away. A further Albert Heijn is 627 metres away, and a Jumbo is 684 metres away. All are within a short walk, making daily grocery shopping very convenient.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Brede School Annie M.G. Schmidt, a primary school, is 297 metres away. Basisschool Het Winterkoninkje 2e Montessori-School is 343 metres away, and Kindcentrum De Kinkerbuurt is 358 metres away. For secondary education, Huygens College is 709 metres away. There are also several other schools within a five-kilometre radius.
What public transport options are available?
Tram stop Jan Pieter Heijestraat, served by line 1, is 253 metres away. Nicolaas Beetsstraat stop, with lines 1, 7, 17 and N83, is 395 metres away. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Lelylaan, about 2.1 kilometres away. These options connect the neighbourhood to the wider city and beyond.
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 says: "Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another resident describes the area as "calm, safe and green" and notes it is "constantly changing for the better." A third resident mentions the greenery and trees but complains about litter around waste containers.
