Java-eiland, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Sumatrakade sits on Java-eiland, one of Amsterdam's eastern islands where the water and city life meet. With 134 m² of living space, it is a third larger than the average rental in the neighbourhood. The rent of €2,450 is in line with what other large apartments here go for. For context, the median rent in the area is €2,313, and the average per m² is €23.17. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its size.
Java-eiland is a quiet, family-friendly island with a village feel right in the city. One resident describes it as 'a beautiful and safe neighbourhood, with many young families. There are many amenities nearby.' The area has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents aged 45 to 65. Most homes are flats, and about a third are owner-occupied. The neighbourhood Java-eiland is known for its wide streets, modern architecture and waterside walks.
Daily errands are easy here. The nearest supermarket, a Jumbo, is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For fresh bread or a quick shop, the SPAR express is also within walking distance. Families have a primary school, Piet Hein, on your doorstep, and the Montessori Lyceum Pax for secondary education is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Amsterdam keeps the area well connected with public transport and cycling paths.
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Sumatrakade 801, Amsterdam
Good · 1 resident
It's a beautiful and safe neighbourhood, with many young families. There are many amenities nearby.
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The rent of €2,450 is slightly above the neighbourhood median of €2,313, but the apartment is also significantly larger than average (134 m² vs 101 m²). The price per m² works out to about €18.28, which is below the neighbourhood average of €23.17 per m². So for the space you get, it is priced.
The energy label is B, which means the home is reasonably energy-efficient. You can expect moderate energy bills, though not as low as with an A-label. The building was constructed in 1997, so it likely has decent insulation and double glazing.
Java-eiland is very family-friendly. One resident says: 'It's a beautiful and safe neighbourhood, with many young families. There are many amenities nearby.' There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the area has parks and playgrounds. The mix of residents includes many families with children.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle. The area is well served by trams and buses, and cycling is the most common way to get around. The city centre is easily reachable by bike in about 15 minutes.
At 134 m², this apartment is 33% larger than the average rental in Java-eiland, which is 101 m². That makes it one of the more spacious options available. The neighbourhood has a mix of flats, but larger units like this are less common.
Yes. The nearest supermarket, Jumbo, is about 700 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 800 metres. For primary education, Piet Hein school is 433 metres away, and the Montessori Lyceum Pax for secondary school is 861 metres. A child daycare is just 300 metres from the home.
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