A calm apartment by the park
This apartment sits on the Insulindeweg in the Ambonpleinbuurt, part of the Indische Buurt-West in Amsterdam. It is a quiet spot, with the green of the park right outside and the bustle of the city a short walk away. The asking price is €550,000. For context, there are currently 14 apartments for sale in the area, with an average asking price of €511,786. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its setting.
Inside the home
Built in 1981, this apartment is on the second floor and has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 78 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 77 m². There is a balcony, and the home comes with double glazing and wall insulation, plus a central heating boiler. The property is municipal leasehold, with the ground rent permanently bought off, so there is no annual lease payment. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €271.22.
Life in the Ambonpleinbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another describes the area as "calm, safe and green", noting it has "changed a lot in the past years, offering now more options for entertainment and horeca". A third resident mentions the neighbourhood is "goed bereikbaar met metro 54" and appreciates the green spaces, though they also point out that rubbish containers can be a mess. The neighbourhood itself has around 3,750 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, see the Ambonpleinbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. An Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and a Lidl is just around the corner. For primary education, the Vrije School Thula and the Bataviaschool are both a couple of streets away. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, is just around the corner, and the Service Apotheek Sumatra is nearby too. For public transport, the Molukkenstraat stop is on your doorstep, served by tram and bus lines 4, 7, 14, 19, 25, 37, 40, 245 and N89. Amsterdam Muiderpoort station is a ten-minute walk. This is all within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €593,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 52%, from €389,000 to €593,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. Flood risk is low both now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Amsterdam At Home Makelaars on Funda.
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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.
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About Insulindeweg 400, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €550,000 is 7% below the WOZ value of €593,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. No judgement is given on whether the asking price is high or low relative to the market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It is located on the second floor of the building. The living area is 78 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 77 m². There is a balcony.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home has double glazing and wall insulation, which can contribute to keeping the home warm.
What is the WOZ value development over the past five years?
The WOZ value has risen by 52% between 2020 and 2025, from €389,000 to €593,000. The reference date for the current WOZ value is 1 January 2025. This development is based on municipal data and reflects the general trend in property values in this area.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 45 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are indications at the address level, not measurements inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. It means that, according to the available data, there is no elevated risk of foundation problems in this location.
What are the climate risks for this address?
Area-level climate indications show that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. Flood risk from rivers or the sea is low both now and in 2050. These are indications at the area level, not a detailed assessment of this property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn is on your doorstep at about 174 metres, and a Lidl is just around the corner at about 211 metres. There are also two more Albert Heijn stores within about 450 metres, and another Lidl at about 750 metres. So daily groceries are very convenient from this location.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, the Vrije School Thula is about 143 metres away, and the Bataviaschool is about 163 metres away. There is also an Islamic primary school at about 346 metres. For secondary education, the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort ISK Soembawastraat and the LUCA Praktijkschool are both about 465 metres away.
What public transport options are available?
The Molukkenstraat stop is about 142 metres away, served by tram and bus lines 4, 7, 14, 19, 25, 37, 40, 245 and N89. The Valentijnkade bus stop is about 311 metres away with lines 40 and 65. Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is about 458 metres away, so you have good rail connections.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident mentions the many amenities, parks and bars. Another describes the area as calm, safe and green, noting it has improved over the years. A third resident appreciates the green spaces and metro access, but mentions that rubbish containers can be messy.
