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Makassarpleinbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 52 m² apartment on Gorontalostraat sits in the lively Indische Buurt-Oost, a stone's throw from the Dappermarkt and the Oosterpark. Built in 1926, it has a B energy label, so heating costs should be manageable. At €399,000, the asking price is noticeably below the neighbourhood average of €458,000, making it a keen entry point into this popular part of Amsterdam. For context, apartments in Amsterdam typically command higher prices per square metre.
Makassarpleinbuurt is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. Based on three reviews, residents appreciate the friendly atmosphere. 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 area is home to many singles and young professionals, with a mix of pre-war and newer housing. For more on the area, see the Makassarpleinbuurt neighbourhood.
Your morning coffee is just around the corner at the Albert Heijn or Lidl. For school runs, the Flevoparkschool is a short walk away, while secondary options like Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort are also close. The Oosterpark is a ten-minute walk, and the train station is 1.4 km away. The municipality of Amsterdam provides extensive amenities, as you'd expect from the municipality of Amsterdam.
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The asking price of €399,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €458,000 and the median of €450,000. With only five apartments currently for sale in Makassarpleinbuurt, supply is limited. The price per square metre works out to about €7,673, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €8,552 per m². So it appears keenly priced relative to the local market.
Makassarpleinbuurt is a very urban area (address density 6,921 per km²) with a mix of pre-war buildings. Residents describe it as friendly and social, with people helping each other. The population is diverse, with many singles and young adults. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of rental housing (81%), and most homes are apartments.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a 17-minute walk or a short cycle ride. This gives you access to the wider Amsterdam region and beyond.
Primary schools within walking distance include Flevoparkschool (246 m) and Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara (539 m). For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort and LUCA Praktijkschool are both about 342 m away. There is also Kindcentrum Sluisbuurt (541 m) for primary education.
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 442 m, followed by a Lidl at 537 m. Another Albert Heijn is at 741 m, and a Jumbo at 996 m. So daily groceries are easily within a ten-minute walk.
The apartment has an energy label B, which indicates good energy efficiency. You can expect relatively low heating costs compared to older homes with lower labels. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have label A and 50% have label C, so this home is above average for the area.
The neighbourhood has four reviews with an average score of 8.38 out of 10. Three of those reviews are positive, highlighting the friendly and helpful community. One review is less positive, but overall the sentiment is very favourable.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
It used to be hell but all the Moroccans have moved to the west
Auto-translated to English by AIThe people here in the neighbourhood are friendly and everyone helps each other where needed, so nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone in the neighbourhood helps each other and stands up for each other, which is very nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany kind people who always come to your aid, we live together there and not alone.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €458,000 | €450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,552 | – |
| Rent price | €2,500 p/m | €2,500 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €33 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
It used to be hell but all the Moroccans have moved to the west
Auto-translated to English by AIThe people here in the neighbourhood are friendly and everyone helps each other where needed, so nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone in the neighbourhood helps each other and stands up for each other, which is very nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany kind people who always come to your aid, we live together there and not alone.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €501,389 | €475,278 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,478 | – |
| Rent price | €2,517 p/m | €2,517 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €43 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Een hele fijne, rustige buurt met veel groen en geweldige bomen die verkoeling en ontspanning bieden. 's nachts is het er stil en donker. Dat vind ik belangrijk voor de dieren. De buurt is goed bereikbaar met metro 54 en voorzieningen zijn op loopafstand in winkelcentrum de Poort. 1 ding is een ongelofelijke doorn in het oog en dat is de hygiene. Het is dagelijks een puinzoo bij de vuilcontainers. Zwerfafval waait overal naar toe. En hoewel we met een aantal bewoners dagelijks 'prikken' en opruimen is het een never ending story. Ik zou zo graag zien dat daar een oplossing voor komt.
Auto-translated to English by AIIJburg 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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €835,378 | €704,307 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,955 | – |
| Rent price | €2,806 p/m | €2,649 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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