Sumatrakade 991
Java-eiland, Amsterdam
AreaA calm spot on Java-eiland
This apartment on Sumatrakade sits on one of Amsterdam's most peaceful islands, where the water is never far away. The rent of €1,525 is 31% below the neighbourhood average of €2,214, which makes it a keen option for the area. The home is part of the wider apartments in Amsterdam market, where supply is varied.
The Java-eiland neighbourhood
Java-eiland is a beautiful and safe neighbourhood, with many young families and plenty of amenities nearby, as one resident puts it. The review is based on a single resident's experience, so it gives a personal rather than a general picture. The area has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents between 45 and 65, and many households without children. It is a place where the water and the city feel close together, and the Java-eiland neighbourhood has its own calm character within the wider Oostelijk Havengebied.
Life on the street
Daily life here is straightforward. For groceries, the nearest Jumbo is just around the corner, with another Jumbo a couple of streets away, and a SPAR express within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, the Piet Hein primary school is a five-minute walk, while the Montessori Lyceum Pax for secondary education is about a ten-minute walk. The area is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, so all the city's amenities are within reach.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Sumatrakade 991, Amsterdam
Is €1,525 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,525 is 31% below the neighbourhood average of €2,214 for rental homes. The floor area of 61 m² is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 100 m², which partly explains the lower price. Compared with other rentals in the area, this one sits on the keen side of the market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is officially registered as very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low energy costs. The label is an official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away. That is a distance you would likely cover by bike or public transport rather than on foot. The exact station is not named in the listing, but the distance gives a sense of the connection to the wider city.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
One resident describes Java-eiland as a beautiful and safe neighbourhood with many young families and amenities nearby. The review is based on a single resident's experience, so it reflects one personal view. The area has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents between 45 and 65, and many households without children.
Which supermarkets are close by?
The nearest supermarket is a Jumbo at 712 m, which is just around the corner. Another Jumbo is at 768 m, and a SPAR express is at 916 m. An Albert Heijn and a Dirk are both within about a kilometre, so daily grocery shopping is well covered.
Which schools are within walking distance?
The Piet Hein primary school is 484 m away, about a five-minute walk. For secondary education, the Montessori Lyceum Pax is 942 m away, roughly a ten-minute walk. Several other primary schools, including the Alan Turingschool and the Openbare Basisschool IJplein, are within about a kilometre.
