A bright upper apartment on the water
Stuurmankade 40 is an upper apartment in the Borneo neighbourhood, part of the Oostelijk Havengebied in Amsterdam. The home sits on a quiet road along the water, with a free view and a sunny terrace. Built in 1997, it offers a living area of 82 m². The asking price is €650,000. For context, this is one of the [apartments in Amsterdam] currently on the market.
The home itself
This upper apartment spans two floors and includes four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent describes the home as fully insulated with double glazing, and it is heated by district heating. There is a roof terrace and a balcony, plus a sunny terrace. The property is held under municipal ground lease, with the perpetual lease already bought off. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €256.39. The living area of 82 m² matches the BAG registration, so there is no discrepancy between the official and the agent's figures.
Life in Borneo
Borneo is a small, distinctive neighbourhood on the water, known for its modern architecture and green streets. Residents of the wider Oostelijk Havengebied district give their area an average score of 7.48, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "I find the Architectenbuurt in Amsterdam so lovely because it is a neighbourhood that immediately stands out due to its special layout and architecture." Another notes: "Diverse! Nice green spaces and attention for the neighbourhood." The neighbourhood has around 2,700 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. Some residents mention that public transport is limited to the Veelaan side, and that the streets can be lively at weekends. This is [the Borneo neighbourhood] as it is today.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is well served. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a Jumbo a couple of streets away. Montessorischool Op de Kade is on your doorstep, and Basisschool De Achthoek is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Praktijk de Oostkaap, is a couple of streets away, and the pharmacy Apotheek Czaar Peter is a ten-minute walk. Bus stop Borneolaan is on your doorstep, with lines 43, 65 and N89, and tram stop C. van Eesterenlaan is just around the corner with lines 1, 43, 65 and N89. Amsterdam Muiderpoort station is a ten-minute walk. This is all part of [the municipality of Amsterdam].
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €701,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 42%, from €495,000 to €701,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise stay below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, and the climate indications for pluvial flooding, flood risk and heat stress are all medium, with pluvial flooding elevated. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including RET Makelaars and other listings.
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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 Stuurmankade 40, Amsterdam
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price for this upper apartment is €650,000. The living area is 82 m², which works out to €7,927 per m² based on the agent's listing. The home has been listed since 4 November 2026.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This upper apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 82 m², and the volume is 267 m³. There is a roof terrace and a balcony, plus a sunny terrace. The home is on the first living floor.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €701,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% below this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 42%, from €495,000 in 2020 to €701,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Rail traffic noise is 44 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
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. The climate indications include medium flood risk and medium heat stress, with pluvial flooding at an elevated level.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 291 metres away, which is just around the corner. A Jumbo is about 416 metres away, also a couple of streets away. Other options include another Albert Heijn at about 1,069 metres and a Vomar at about 1,075 metres.
What schools are close to this home?
Montessorischool Op de Kade is about 133 metres away, on your doorstep. Basisschool De Achthoek is about 220 metres away, just around the corner. For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Pax is about 240 metres away. There are also several other primary schools within walking distance.
What public transport options are available?
Bus stop Borneolaan is about 138 metres away, with lines 43, 65 and N89. Tram stop C. van Eesterenlaan is about 267 metres away, with lines 1, 43, 65 and N89. Bus stop Veelaan is about 405 metres away, with lines 42, 65 and N89. Amsterdam Muiderpoort station is about 1,346 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider Oostelijk Havengebied district give their area an average score of 7.48, based on seven reviews. One resident praises the special architecture and green, quiet environment. Another mentions the diverse mix of residents and the community feel, but also notes that public transport is limited to the Veelaan side.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs are likely to be moderate. The agent also states that the home has double glazing and is fully insulated, which may help with energy efficiency. The home is heated by district heating.
