A modern apartment in the Cruquiusbuurt
This apartment on Rookmelderstraat 53 sits in the Cruquiusbuurt, part of the Oostelijk Havengebied district in Amsterdam. Built in 2021, it is a contemporary home in a neighbourhood that has taken shape almost entirely since 2010. The asking price of €1,275,000 is 67% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €763,813. That comparison is based on the neighbourhood average, not on this specific home. For context, the asking price per square metre is €9,444, based on the BAG registered floor area. If you are weighing this against other options, you might also look at apartments in Amsterdam.
The home itself
The listing does not include details on the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms, nor does it mention a garden, balcony, or garage. What is stated is that the home was built in 2021 and carries energy label A, which is an efficient label. The living area is 135 m² according to the BAG registration, which is 59% larger than the neighbourhood average of 85 m². No further property features are given in the listing.
The Cruquiusbuurt
Residents of the wider district, which includes the Architectenbuurt, give their area an average score of 7.48, based on seven reviews. One resident describes the special layout and architecture, saying it feels like walking through an open-air museum, with each street having its own character. Another resident appreciates the quiet and green environment, noting that despite being in Amsterdam, it feels spacious and calm, with wide streets and many trees. A different resident mentions that the first batch of residents are heading towards 60 and older, and that the neighbourhood is diverse, from new to dynamic, from rental to owner-occupied. The same resident notes that public transport is only available via the Veelaan, and that at the back side you have to walk quite a long way to the tram. One resident also mentions that the municipality changed the streets three years ago, adding electric car charging points and greenery, but that promised playgrounds have not been restored. For more on the area, see the Cruquiusbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn, just around the corner, with another Albert Heijn and a Lidl. Primary schools are close by: Dalton Kind Centrum de Kleine Kapitein is a couple of streets away, and Kindcentrum Sluisbuurt is. The nearest GP is Praktijk de Oostkaap, Huisartsen,, and the nearest pharmacy is Service Apotheek Zeeburgereiland,. For public transport, the bus stop Pigmentstraat is on your doorstep, served by bus line 42. The tram stop Flevopark is a five-minute walk, with tram lines 4, 7, 14 and 25. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Science Park,. The municipality of Amsterdam is the governing body for this area, and you can read more about the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is stated for this home, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. According to public address-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise at 38 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 42 dB Lden are both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and for climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is low, while the current flood risk is medium and the 2050 flood risk is low. Heat stress is currently low but is indicated as medium for 2050. 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 JA! Makelaardij and JA! Makelaardij.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Rookmelderstraat 53, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €1,275,000 is 67% above the average asking price in the Cruquiusbuurt, which is €763,813. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €9,422, while this home is listed at €9,444 per square metre based on the BAG registered area. The neighbourhood has 16 homes for sale at the moment, with prices ranging from €295,000 to €1,650,000.
What is the living area of this apartment?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 135 m². This is 59% larger than the average living area in the neighbourhood, which is 85 m². The listing does not state the number of rooms or bedrooms, nor does it mention any outdoor space such as a garden or balcony. The home was built in 2021.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. The home was built in 2021, and in the neighbourhood, 51.7% of homes have an energy label A+ or higher, while 48.3% have label A. No further details about insulation or heating installations are stated in the listing.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is determined annually and is used for tax purposes. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation. The listing does not provide this information.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public address-level data, the noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 38 dB Lden and aircraft 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.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from sources like KCAF. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The data does not indicate any specific foundation concerns for this property.
What are the flood and heat stress risks for this address?
Public climate data indicates that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is low, while the current flood risk is medium and the 2050 flood risk is low. Heat stress is currently low but is indicated as medium for 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not assessments of this specific home.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 844 metres, which is about a ten-minute walk. Another Albert Heijn is at 1.2 km, and a Lidl is at 1.2 km. There are also other options within 5 km, including a Jumbo at 1.4 km. For daily groceries, the closest option is within walking distance.
Which schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is Dalton Kind Centrum de Kleine Kapitein at 369 metres, and Kindcentrum Sluisbuurt is at 394 metres. For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort ISK Soembawastraat and LUCA Praktijkschool are both at 914 metres. The nearest secondary school is about a ten-minute walk away.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The bus stop Pigmentstraat is at 123 metres, served by bus line 42. The tram stop Flevopark is at 386 metres, with tram lines 4, 7, 14 and 25. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Science Park at 1.8 km. These stops provide access to bus and tram services in the area.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider district, which includes the Architectenbuurt, give an average score of 7.48 based on seven reviews. One resident praises the special architecture and green, quiet environment, while another notes the diversity of residents and the community feel. A third resident mentions that public transport is limited to the Veelaan side and that promised playgrounds have not been restored.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor does it mention any garden, balcony, or garage. It also does not provide a WOZ value. The available information includes the year of construction, energy label, and living area.
