Rental homes in Cremerbuurt-West, Amsterdam

Rental prices and market figures for Cremerbuurt-West, Amsterdam

Cremerbuurt-West is a typical rental neighbourhood: 69% of the 3,410 homes are rental properties, while 31% are owner-occupied. Of the total housing stock, 19% is owned by housing associations (social rent) and as much as 50% is rented out by other landlords, such as private investors and institutional parties. This means the free-market rental sector is dominant here.

In the free-market sector, the average rent over the past twelve months was €2,780 per month, with a range of €1,228 to €5,250. With an average floor area of 66 m², this works out at around €42 per square metre. These are substantial amounts, but not exceptional for this part of Amsterdam-West. The average WOZ value in Cremerbuurt-West is €570,000, slightly lower than the district average of Overtoomse Sluis (€602,000), but well above the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The same pattern is seen in average income: €55,300 here, compared to €57,500 in the district and €44,276 in the whole of Amsterdam. Want to know what is available to rent today and at what price? Check the current overview at the top of this page.

Living in Cremerbuurt-West: between Vondelpark and Overtoom

Cremerbuurt-West is nestled between the Overtoom to the north, the Jacob van Lennepkade to the south, and the Amstelveenseweg to the west. It is a densely built, lively neighbourhood with predominantly pre-war architecture: many three- and four-storey apartment buildings from the 1920s and 1930s, with high ceilings, narrow stairwells and bay windows. In between, you will find some post-war blocks and recent renovations. The streets are narrow, the facades close together, but the neighbourhood does not feel cramped: Vondelpark is a few minutes' walk away and the broad Overtoom provides space.

With 5,700 residents, over half of whom are between 25 and 45 years old, the neighbourhood has a young, working profile. Single-person households dominate (2,140 out of the total), only 18% are married. The education level is high: 69% of residents are highly educated. You can tell from the atmosphere: many freelancers in coffee shops, laptops on terraces along the Overtoom, and an international touch without it being an expat bubble.

Facilities in Cremerbuurt-West

For daily groceries, you go to Albert Heijn on the Overtoom or Lidl on Jan Pieter Heijestraat. On the same Jan Pieter Heijestraat, you will find a mix of specialist shops, hairdressers, a chemist and various eateries. The Kinkerstraat, just to the south, offers even more shops and the covered market De Hallen, where you can go for a food hall, cinema and changing cultural events. For primary education, there is, among others, the Cremerbuurtschool (now Basisschool De Kraal) and several day-care centres in the immediate vicinity. Sports facilities can be found at Zuiderpark and the nearby Amsterdamse Bos is accessible by bike. Vondelpark, a five-minute walk away, is the place for running, picnicking or just sitting.

Accessibility from Cremerbuurt-West

The neighbourhood scores well on accessibility. Tram lines 1 and 11 stop on the Overtoom and take you to Leidseplein in ten minutes and to Amsterdam Central in a quarter of an hour. Jan Pieter Heijestraat stop is in the middle of the neighbourhood. Amsterdam Lelylaan station is within cycling distance (about ten minutes) and offers connections to the metro, sprinter and intercity. By bike, you can reach Dam Square in ten minutes and Amsterdam Zuid station in fifteen minutes. By car, you can reach the A10-West via the Amstelveenseweg in a few minutes, but expect traffic jams during rush hour. Parking is a point of attention: you need a parking permit and the waiting list can be long. Many residents consciously choose the bike or public transport.

What residents appreciate (and what they look out for)

Residents often mention the central location, the proximity of Vondelpark and the good mix of shops and catering as plus points. "Everything is within walking distance and you are in the park in no time, but the rents are really steep for what you get in terms of square metres," writes a resident on the neighbourhood page of Cremerbuurt-West. Recurring criticisms: parking pressure, noise pollution from the Overtoom (especially for front-facing homes) and the small homes. Compared to the neighbouring Vondelparkbuurt-West, Cremerbuurt-West is slightly more affordable, but also busier and less green. If you are looking for more space or a different character, you could also look at the supply in the Jordaan or the Haarlemmerbuurt.

Is a rental home in Cremerbuurt-West right for you?

The neighbourhood mainly attracts young professionals and couples without children: the demographics confirm that. If you are a starter on the Amsterdam rental market, bear in mind that a rental home here is snapped up quickly. On average, a home in this segment goes off the market within a few weeks. Make sure you have your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) ready. If you want to rent a home in Cremerbuurt-West through social housing, register with WoningNet as early as possible, because with 19% housing association stock and long waiting lists, patience is required. The free-market sector requires a gross annual income of at least three times the monthly rent. With an average of €2,780 per month, that is well over a hundred thousand. Would you rather buy? Then check the supply of homes for sale in Cremerbuurt-West.

What residents say about renting in Cremerbuurt-West

On the neighbourhood page of Cremerbuurt-West, residents share their experiences through reviews with scores on categories such as safety, facilities, accessibility and atmosphere. The neighbourhood generally scores highest on accessibility and facilities, while parking and noise pollution receive the lowest scores. "You really live here in the middle of the city without it feeling like the city centre. The Overtoom is sometimes noisy, but the side streets are quiet," says a recent review. See all reviews and neighbourhood data of Cremerbuurt-West for the full picture.

Compare rental homes around Cremerbuurt-West

Hesitating between several neighbourhoods? Cremerbuurt-West is comparable in rental prices to the rest of the district Overtoomse Sluis, but cheaper than the Grachtengordel-West and slightly more expensive than neighbourhoods in Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde. On Buurtje.nl, you can compare available rental homes in Cremerbuurt-West and surrounding neighbourhoods side by side, including neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources. This way, you not only discover what is available to rent, but also whether the neighbourhood really suits you. Also check the full overview of rental homes in Amsterdam if you want to broaden your search area. For more information on local regulations and permits, you can visit the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.