A pre-war apartment in the Indische Buurt
This apartment sits on the Madurastraat in the Timorpleinbuurt-Noord, part of the Indische Buurt-West in Amsterdam. The street is a typical early-twentieth-century Amsterdam scene, with narrow houses and a lively, mixed atmosphere. The asking price of €485,000 is in line with the market, according to the comparison with the neighbourhood average asking price. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Amsterdam is €495,268.
The home itself
The apartment was built in 1912 and has an energy label E. According to the agent, the living area is 55 m², while the BAG registration lists 52 m². The layout includes three rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, with a volume of 187 m³. The agent does not mention any garden, balcony, or garage, and there is no information about insulation or heating installations.
Timorpleinbuurt-Noord
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident describes the area as "extremely nice and cozy," noting "lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another says: "It's calm, safe and green," and mentions that the neighbourhood has "changed a lot in the past years, offering now more options for entertainment and horeca." A third resident appreciates the "great trees that provide cooling and relaxation," but complains about the mess around the waste containers. The neighbourhood has about 3,930 inhabitants, and 58% of households are single-person households. For more details, see the Timorpleinbuurt-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn on the Zeeburgerdijk is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a couple of streets away. De Indische Buurt School is on your doorstep, and the Bataviaschool is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, and the Service Apotheek Sumatra is just around the corner. Tram stop Zeeburgerdijk is a couple of streets away, with lines 4, 14, 19, and 25. Amsterdam Muiderpoort station is a five-minute walk. For more about the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of the property is €500,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 45%, from €346,000 to €500,000. According to public risk data at address level, the foundation risk indication is medium, and the pluvial flooding risk is medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise levels from road, rail, and air traffic are all below the relevant standards.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including La Maison Makelaars & Taxateurs.
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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 Madurastraat 59C, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €485,000 is 3% below the WOZ value of €500,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also in line with the market, according to the comparison with the neighbourhood average asking price of €495,268.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 55 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration states 52 m². The volume is 187 m³. The agent does not mention a garden, balcony, or garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E. This is a relatively low label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to more efficient homes. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The agent does not mention any insulation features.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public risk data. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The property was built in 1912, and the area is a KCAF attention area, with 100% of properties in this postcode built before 1970.
What are the flood and heat risks in this area?
The pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of flooding from heavy rain. The current flood risk is low, and the risk for 2050 is also low. Heat stress is currently medium, and is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The nearest Albert Heijn is about 211 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is at 481 metres. A Lidl is at 551 metres, and another Lidl at 602 metres. A fifth supermarket, an Albert Heijn, is at 611 metres.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
De Indische Buurt School, a primary school, is about 100 metres away. The Bataviaschool, also primary, is at 296 metres. For secondary education, Havo De Hof is at 513 metres. There are also several other primary schools within a short walk.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest tram stop is Zeeburgerdijk, about 183 metres away, with lines 4, 14, 19, and 25. Javaplein, at 332 metres, offers trams and buses, including lines 4, 14, 19, 25, 37, 65, 245, and N89. Amsterdam Muiderpoort station is about 429 metres away.
How do residents rate living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.38, based on 258 reviews. One resident says the area is "extremely nice and cozy," with "lots of amenities around." Another mentions it is "calm, safe and green," though one resident complains about the mess around waste containers.
What is the average asking price in this neighbourhood?
The average asking price for homes in the Timorpleinbuurt-Noord is €495,268, based on 41 available listings. The median asking price is €450,000, and prices range from €295,000 to €885,000. The average price per square metre is €9,104.
