Makassarpleinbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 70 m² apartment on the Menadostraat in Amsterdam’s Indische Buurt is a calm, well-kept home with an A energy label, so heating costs will be low. Built in 1982, it offers a practical layout and a sunny feel. At €495,000, the price is a touch above the neighbourhood average of €458,000, but the floor area is 30% larger than the typical 54 m² in the area, making it a fair deal for the space. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its efficiency.
The Makassarpleinbuurt is a tight-knit community where people look out for each other. One resident calls it a "Good friendly neighbourhood," adding: "The people here in the neighbourhood are friendly and everyone helps each other where needed, so nice!" Another describes it as a "Social neighbourhood," noting: "Everyone in the neighbourhood helps each other and stands up for each other, which is very nice." Based on four reviews, the neighbourhood scores an 8.38 out of 10. It’s a densely populated area (6,921 addresses per km²) with a mix of ages, many 25-to-45-year-olds, but also a fair share of families and older residents. The neighbourhood Makassarpleinbuurt is lively yet safe, with 346 reported crimes in the latest data.
Your morning routine is easy: the Flevoparkschool is just a couple of streets away for the kids, and there’s a child daycare equally close. For groceries, Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and Lidl is just around the corner, both within a five-minute walk. The Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort and LUCA Praktijkschool are also nearby for secondary education. The municipality Amsterdam offers all the urban amenities you’d expect, with restaurants, a library, and a park all within a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, connecting you to the rest of the city.
At the time of writing, this home is listed exclusively via LDB Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Menadostraat 35B, Amsterdam
Very good · 4 residents
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.
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About Menadostraat 35B, Amsterdam
The asking price of €495,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €458,000 and the median of €450,000. However, this apartment is 70 m², which is 30% larger than the typical 54 m² in the area. Given the larger floor area and the excellent A energy label, the price is in line with what you’d expect for a well-sized, efficient home in this part of Amsterdam.
The Makassarpleinbuurt is a friendly, social area where residents describe it as a place where people help each other. It scores 8.38 out of 10 from four reviews. The area is densely populated with a mix of ages, from young professionals to families and older residents. It’s a safe neighbourhood with a strong sense of community.
This apartment has an A energy label, which is the second-best rating possible. That means it’s very energy efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity costs. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have label A, so this is a strong point for this property.
There are several schools within walking distance. The Flevoparkschool (primary) is about 259 metres away, and the Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara (primary) is around 534 metres. For secondary education, the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort and LUCA Praktijkschool are both about 348 metres from the apartment.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a 15-20 minute walk or a short bike ride. This gives you direct connections to the rest of Amsterdam and beyond.
You have several supermarkets within a few minutes’ walk. Albert Heijn is 422 metres away, Lidl is 523 metres, and another Albert Heijn is 705 metres. That means you can do your daily shopping without needing a car.
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