A calm upper-floor home in the Indische Buurt
This upper-floor apartment sits on a quiet road in the Ambonpleinbuurt, part of the Indische Buurt-West in Amsterdam. Built in 1983, it is a home with a lived-in feel, where the street noise stays low and the neighbourhood around it is full of life. The asking price is €545,000. For context, there are currently 15 apartments for sale in the area, with an average asking price of €506,000, and the average price per square metre is €7,935. If you are looking at apartments in Amsterdam, this one sits in a well-established part of the city.
The home itself
The apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 75 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 70 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. It is located on the first living floor, and the volume is 237 m³. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €273. The property is offered for sale via IB Makelaars.
The Ambonpleinbuurt
This is a neighbourhood that residents describe as calm, green and evolving. Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give an average score of 7.38 out of 10, based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Extremely nice and cozy. Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another resident, who has lived here for over six years, says: "It's calm, safe and green, and although it could still improve and could get more support from the local government, it's still affordable (compared to the rest of the city) and constantly changing for the better." A third resident mentions the greenery and trees that provide cooling and relaxation, though they also note that the area around the waste containers can be messy. The neighbourhood has around 3,750 residents, and about half of households are single-person households. For more on the area, see the Ambonpleinbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn on the corner is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Vrije School Thula is a five-minute walk, and the Bataviaschool is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, a couple of streets away, and the Service Apotheek Sumatra is just around the corner. For public transport, the Molukkenstraat stop is a couple of streets away, served by tram and bus lines 4, 7, 14, 19, 25, 37, 40, 245 and N89. Amsterdam Muiderpoort station is a five-minute walk. This is all within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €558,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% below this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 90%, from €294,000 to €558,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and the pluvial flooding risk is medium, with a low flood risk currently and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, and elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via IB Makelaars.
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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 Sumatrastraat 121A, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €545,000 is 2% below the WOZ value of €558,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 90%, from €294,000 to €558,000. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply that the home is underpriced or overpriced.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 75 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 70 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. It is located on the first living floor, and the volume is 237 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B. This is an efficient label, which means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared with less efficient labels. However, the label does not tell you about the actual condition of the home. The agent also states that the home has double glazing, which can help with insulation. Expect energy costs to be moderate, but the exact amount depends on your usage.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data at the address level. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The data comes from sources like the Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF. A low indication means that, based on area data, foundation issues are less likely, but it does not guarantee the condition of this particular property.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise 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 based on public data, not measurements inside the home. The home is located on a quiet road, according to the agent, which may help with the actual noise experienced.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The nearest Albert Heijn is about 283 metres away, and a Lidl is about 289 metres away. Another Albert Heijn is at 394 metres, and a fourth at 448 metres. A second Lidl is at 698 metres. This means you have a choice of supermarkets for daily groceries, all within a short walk.
Which schools are close to this home?
For primary education, the Vrije School Thula is about 146 metres away, and the Bataviaschool is about 199 metres away. Other options include De Kraal at 420 metres and the Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara at 421 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 0.7 km away. There are also several daycares within a short distance.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest public transport stop is Molukkenstraat, about 247 metres away, served by tram and bus lines 4, 7, 14, 19, 25, 37, 40, 245 and N89. Muiderpoortstation is about 274 metres away, with similar lines. The nearest train station is Amsterdam Muiderpoort, about 398 metres away. This gives you good options for getting around the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the municipality of Amsterdam give an average score of 7.38 out of 10, based on 258 reviews. One resident describes the area as "extremely nice and cozy" with lots of amenities, parks, and bars. Another says it is "calm, safe and green" and has changed for the better in recent years. A third mentions the greenery and trees, though they note that the area around waste containers can be messy.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €273. This is stated by the agent in the listing. It is a recurring cost to factor into your monthly budget.
