John Blankensteinstraat 159
Sportheldenbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA modern apartment on Zeeburgereiland
This is a recently built apartment on the John Blankensteinstraat in the Sportheldenbuurt, part of the Zeeburgereiland/Bovendiep district in Amsterdam. The home dates from 2020 and carries an A+ energy label, which is an efficient label. With a price of €800,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the average of €704,900 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. The price per square metre comes to €10,667 based on the agent's listing, which is above the neighbourhood average of €8,032 per m². For context, this is one of the [apartments in Amsterdam] currently on the market.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 75 m², and the volume of the home is 250 m³. The home was built in 2020, so it is a relatively new property. The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label.
The Sportheldenbuurt
Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 6.64, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I've lived here for less than a year, but I feel very much at home. Young community with many initiatives and activities." Another resident notes: "In principle, it's a fine neighbourhood with lots of students; a lot is organised for residents by residents." A third resident adds: "I enjoy living here, although I do regret that for many things you have to go to Ijburg or towards the centre." The neighbourhood has around 4,600 inhabitants, and half of them are between 25 and 45 years old. The district is home to many young people and students, with a lively community feel. For more on the area, see [the Sportheldenbuurt neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
A small Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a larger supermarket is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, KC De Optimist, is on your doorstep, and there are secondary schools within a short walk. The pharmacy, Service Apotheek Zeeburgereiland, is just around the corner, while the nearest GP practice is a bit further out. For public transport, tram and bus stops are a five-minute walk away, with lines 26, N89, 37 and 245 serving the area. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Science Park, about 2.7 km away. For more on the wider area, see [the municipality of Amsterdam].
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this home. The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the standard at 56 dB Lden, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil consists of peat, which is sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as low, and the current and 2050 flood risk are both low. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Hoogveste BV and other listings. The asking price and details come from the agent's listing.
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About John Blankensteinstraat 159, Amsterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €800,000. The average price for homes currently for sale in the Sportheldenbuurt is €704,900, with a median of €585,000. The price per square metre is €10,667 based on the agent's listing, compared to a neighbourhood average of €8,032 per m². The home has been listed since 17 June 2026.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 75 m², and the volume is 250 m³. The home was built in 2020.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. In the neighbourhood, 83.8% of homes for sale have label A, while 16.2% have label A+ or higher. The home was built in 2020, which is relatively recent.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is determined separately from the asking price. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 43 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
The foundation risk indication is low, according to the address-level risk data. The soil consists of peat, which is sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn, about 394 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. A Vomar is about 2 km away, and there are other Albert Heijn and Jumbo supermarkets within roughly 2 to 2.3 km. Residents note that the local Albert Heijn is quite small with limited choice.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is KC De Optimist, about 123 metres away. There are also secondary schools nearby, including ALASCA at 134 metres and Cburg College at 173 metres. A further primary school, Dalton Kind Centrum de Kleine Kapitein, is about 1.5 km away.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest stop is Bob Haarmslaan, about 421 metres away, served by tram and bus lines 26 and N89. The Rudolf Nurejevstraat stop, about 512 metres away, is served by bus lines 37 and 245. The Zuiderzeeweg stop, about 537 metres away, is served by lines 26, 37, 245 and N89. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Science Park, about 2.7 km away.
What do residents say about the Sportheldenbuurt?
Residents of the district give an average score of 6.64, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a pleasant young neighbourhood with many initiatives, while another mentions that it is close to the university but lacks a large supermarket nearby. A third resident enjoys living there but notes that for many things you have to go to Ijburg or towards the centre.
