A bright apartment in the Indische Buurt
This apartment on Bataviastraat 40 sits in the Sumatraplantsoenbuurt, part of the Indische Buurt-Oost in Amsterdam. It is a lively, diverse part of the city, with a mix of old and newer housing. The asking price is €595,000. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely in price, and this one is priced accordingly.
The home itself
Built in 1998, this apartment spans two floors and has three rooms, including two bedrooms. The living area is 81 m², which matches both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The property is owned under a ground lease that runs until 26 August 2047. It has a central heating boiler and comes with an energy label A, which is an efficient label. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €253. The home is offered via multiple channels, including the agent Beste HV.
Life in the Sumatraplantsoenbuurt
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.38, based on four reviews. One resident says: "The people here in the neighbourhood are friendly and everyone helps each other where needed, so nice!" Another adds: "Everyone in the neighbourhood helps each other and stands up for each other, which is very nice." The district has around 3,720 inhabitants, and about half of households are single-person households. The neighbourhood has a mix of housing, with about a quarter being owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the Sumatraplantsoenbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. A Lidl is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For primary education, the Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara (de Parel) is on your doorstep, and the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort ISK Soembawastraat is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, a five-minute walk, and the Service Apotheek Molukken is just around the corner. For public transport, the Soembawastraat stop is on your doorstep, with tram and bus lines 4, 7, 14, 25, 37, 245 and N89. Amsterdam Muiderpoort station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Amsterdam offers extensive amenities and connections, as you would expect from the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €616,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 44%, from €428,000 to €616,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is low. For pluvial flooding, the indication is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and the heat stress indication is medium.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including the agent Beste HV.
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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 Bataviastraat 40, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €595,000 is 3% below the WOZ value of €616,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price being below the WOZ value is a fact, and it is up to you to interpret what that means for the market position of this home.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms, spread over two floors. The living area is 81 m², according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The property has a central heating boiler and an energy label A, which is an efficient label. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €253.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €616,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 44%, from €428,000 to €616,000. This development is a historical fact and does not predict future changes. The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not the same as the market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, the noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. The noise from rail traffic is 42 dB Lden, which is not above the standard, and the noise from air traffic is also 42 dB Lden, not above the standard. These are indications at the area level, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
A Lidl is on your doorstep, at about 182 metres, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 253 metres. Another Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away at 580 metres. For a wider choice, there are 116 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you will not have to travel far for groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara (de Parel) is on your doorstep, at about 60 metres. For secondary education, the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort ISK Soembawastraat is a couple of streets away at 180 metres, and the LUCA Praktijkschool is also at 180 metres. The Flevoparkschool, a primary school, is a five-minute walk at 290 metres.
How is the public transport connection?
The Soembawastraat stop is on your doorstep, at about 89 metres, with tram and bus lines 4, 7, 14, 25, 37, 245 and N89. The Molukkenstraat stop is just around the corner at 261 metres, with additional lines 19 and 40. Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is a ten-minute walk at 846 metres.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.38, based on four reviews. One resident says: "The people here in the neighbourhood are friendly and everyone helps each other where needed, so nice!" Another says: "Everyone in the neighbourhood helps each other and stands up for each other, which is very nice." These reviews describe the district, not specifically the Sumatraplantsoenbuurt.
