Rookmelderstraat 15
Cruquiusbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA modern apartment in the Cruquiusbuurt
This apartment sits in the Cruquiusbuurt, part of the Oostelijk Havengebied in Amsterdam. It is a young neighbourhood, with almost all homes built after 2010, and the area has a distinctly contemporary feel. The asking price of €725,000 is in line with the market, and it is one of 15 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Amsterdam sits at €801,800, while the median here is €650,000.
Inside the home
Built in 2021, this apartment is on the first floor and spans one level. It has four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, with a living area of 83 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home is fully insulated and heated with underfloor heating throughout, a heat recovery system and a heat pump. There is a balcony, and the property is situated on a quiet road with an open view over the water. The ground lease runs until 31 December 2068, and the monthly homeowners' association contribution is €208.
Life in the Cruquiusbuurt
The Cruquiusbuurt neighbourhood is a small, distinct pocket of Amsterdam. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.48, based on seven reviews. One resident describes it as a place where the streets are wide, there are many trees, and there is plenty of space to sit outside or take a walk. Another appreciates the mix of people, from new arrivals to those who have lived there for decades. The neighbourhood counts 2,395 residents, and a large share of them are between 25 and 45 years old. There were 101 reported crimes in the area, a figure you can weigh for yourself.
Amenities and getting around
The daily routine is well covered here. The Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away, with a Lidl and another Albert Heijn just beyond that. For young families, Dalton Kind Centrum de Kleine Kapitein is just around the corner, and the Flevoparkschool is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Praktijk de Oostkaap, and the Service Apotheek Zeeburgereiland is a couple of streets away. Bus line 42 stops at Pigmentstraat on your doorstep, and the tram at Flevopark is just around the corner with lines 4, 7, 14 and 25. Amsterdam Science Park station is a ten-minute walk, and the OLVG hospital in Oost is within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €723,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is virtually equal to this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 557%, from €110,000 to €723,000. As for the address itself, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise remain below it. The foundation risk indication is low, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is also low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including KRK Makelaars and KRK Makelaars Amsterdam.
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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 Rookmelderstraat 15, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value is €723,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €725,000 is virtually equal to this value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, and it is used for tax purposes. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 557%, from €110,000 to €723,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment is on the first floor and spans one level. It has four rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 83 m², according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. There is a balcony, and the home is situated on a quiet road with an open view over the water.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A++, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The home is fully insulated and heated with underfloor heating throughout, a heat recovery system and a heat pump.
What is the ground lease situation?
The property is subject to a ground lease, which is a municipal ownership arrangement. The ground lease is charged with an end date of 31 December 2068. This means the lease runs for several more decades. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €208.
What is the noise situation at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail traffic noise is 38 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at this specific home. The foundation risk indication is low, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is also low.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away, with a Lidl and another Albert Heijn just beyond that. Dalton Kind Centrum de Kleine Kapitein is just around the corner, and the Flevoparkschool is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Praktijk de Oostkaap, and the Service Apotheek Zeeburgereiland is a couple of streets away. The OLVG hospital in Oost is a short trip away.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus line 42 stops at Pigmentstraat on your doorstep, and the tram at Flevopark is just around the corner with lines 4, 7, 14 and 25. Amsterdam Science Park train station is a ten-minute walk away. This gives you several options for getting around the city and beyond.
What do residents say about the wider district?
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.48, based on seven reviews. One resident describes it as a place where the streets are wide, there are many trees, and there is plenty of space to sit outside or take a walk. Another appreciates the mix of people, from new arrivals to those who have lived there for decades. These reviews describe the district, not this specific neighbourhood.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 15 homes for sale in the Cruquiusbuurt. The average asking price is €801,800, and the median is €650,000. Prices range from €300,000 to €1,675,000. The average asking price per square metre is €9,714, and the average living area is 84 m². This apartment is priced at €725,000, which is in line with the market.
What is the demographic makeup of the neighbourhood?
The Cruquiusbuurt counts 2,395 residents. A large share of them, 63%, are between 25 and 45 years old. The average household size is 1.8 people, and 48% of households are single-person households. Homes with children make up 17% of households. The neighbourhood is very strongly urban, with an address density of 3,355 per square kilometre.
