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Ambonpleinbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Formosastraat sits in the lively Indische Buurt-West, a part of Amsterdam where the streets hum with a mix of cultures and everyday life. At 77 m² with an A energy label, it's a well-insulated home that keeps running costs down. The asking price of €595,000 is 15% above the neighbourhood average of €515,714, so it's on the high side compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
The Ambonpleinbuurt is a dense, urban pocket with a strong sense of community. With 3,855 residents and a high address density of 8,087 per km², it's a busy area where most homes are apartments. Over half the homes have an A energy label, and the average household size is 1.9, so you'll find many singles and couples. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a good number of families with children. There are no resident reviews available for this area, but the figures paint a picture of a well-established, diverse community. For more context, see the Ambonpleinbuurt neighbourhood.
Your daily routine here is easy: the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a couple of streets away. For school runs, the Bataviaschool and De Kraal primary schools are both a five-minute walk, while Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort for secondary education is also within walking distance. The area is well served by public transport, with the train station a ten-minute walk away. Parks and green spaces are a couple of streets away, and there are plenty of restaurants nearby. For more on the wider area, check out the municipality of Amsterdam.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Your Home Makelaars Amsterdam.
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The asking price of €595,000 is 15% above the average asking price in the Ambonpleinbuurt, which is €515,714. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €8,070, and this apartment works out at about €7,727 per m², so it's slightly below that benchmark. However, the home has an A energy label and is well-sized at 77 m², which may justify the premium.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home is well insulated and you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs. In the Ambonpleinbuurt, 57.9% of homes have an A label, so this apartment is in line with the neighbourhood's efficient housing stock.
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 363 metres, just around the corner. Another Albert Heijn is at 458 metres, and a Lidl is at 482 metres, so daily shopping is very convenient on foot.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Bataviaschool at 257 metres, De Kraal at 264 metres, and Vrije School Thula at 333 metres. For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort is at 356 metres, and Havo De Hof at 364 metres.
The train station is 0.8 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
The neighbourhood recorded 176 total crimes in the latest data. Without a breakdown, it's hard to assess the type or severity, but the figure gives a general indication of the area's safety level.
There are currently 14 apartments for sale in the Ambonpleinbuurt, with prices ranging from €375,000 to €695,000. The average asking price is €515,714, and the median is €497,500.
Homes that sold recently in the neighbourhood took an average of 33 days to sell. This gives a sense of the market pace, though individual properties can vary.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €530,385 | €550,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,868 | – |
| Rent price | €2,298 p/m | €2,298 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I don't think the neighbourhood is extremely special, but I do like the atmosphere and there are nice people living here. I would like to see a bit more greenery, like more flowers and plants. That would make the neighbourhood a bit cosier. Also, there is often litter on the streets, which doesn't look nice and especially not cosy. Other than that, I'm happy with my neighbourhood!
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €499,401 | €480,139 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,020 | – |
| Rent price | €2,592 p/m | €2,556 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
IJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €822,940 | €695,417 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,920 | – |
| Rent price | €2,802 p/m | €2,604 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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