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Borneo, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Scheepstimmermanstraat sits on Borneo, one of the artificial islands in Amsterdam's Eastern Docklands. Built in 1999, it has an energy label B and 70 m² of living space. The asking price of €565,000 is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €946,400, which makes it a keen entry into the market compared to other apartments in Amsterdam.
Borneo is a quiet, family-friendly island with a mix of modern architecture and water views. The neighbourhood has 2,715 residents, mostly families and couples, and a high proportion of owner-occupied homes. With an address density of 4,389 per km², it feels urban yet relaxed. The area is well-regarded for its spacious layout and green quays. For more context, see the Borneo neighbourhood.
Your morning coffee is just around the corner at a restaurant 200 m away. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk, and Jumbo is about the same distance. Primary schools are close: Dalton Kind Centrum de Kleine Kapitein is a five-minute walk, and Basisschool De Achthoek is also within easy reach. The area falls under the municipality of Amsterdam, which provides extensive city services.
At present, the home is listed through two channels: www.vva.amsterdam and Parker & Williams Real Estate on Funda.
Details of this home
Scheepstimmermanstraat 86B, Amsterdam
Data from Borneo
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106 within 5 km
137 within 5 km
About Scheepstimmermanstraat 86B, Amsterdam
The asking price is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €946,400, but the apartment is also 49% smaller than the average home in Borneo (136 m²). Given the size and energy label B, the price is in line with the market for a 70 m² apartment in this area.
Borneo is a quiet, family-oriented island with modern housing and water views. It has a high density but feels spacious thanks to wide streets and green quays. Most homes are owner-occupied, and the area is popular with families and couples.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
The closest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 790 m, about a ten-minute walk. Jumbo is at 989 m, also within walking distance. Several other supermarkets are within 1.5 km.
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance, including Dalton Kind Centrum de Kleine Kapitein (449 m) and Basisschool De Achthoek (502 m). For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Pax is 839 m away.
The energy label is B, which means the home is reasonably energy-efficient. You can expect moderate heating costs compared to older homes, but it is not as efficient as an A-label property.
Currently, there are 10 apartments for sale in Borneo, with an average asking price of €946,400 and a median of €732,500. This home is priced below both averages.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Borneo
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