Sumatrastraat 140
Ambonpleinbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA lively flat in Amsterdam's Indische Buurt
This apartment on Sumatrastraat sits in the heart of the Indische Buurt, a neighbourhood that buzzes with energy day and night. With 62 m² of living space and a C energy label, it offers a solid base in a popular part of Amsterdam. The asking price of €465,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €530,385, making it a relatively affordable entry into this sought-after area. For more context, see apartments in Amsterdam.
The Ambonpleinbuurt neighbourhood
The Ambonpleinbuurt is a dense, urban area with a mix of young professionals and families. With 3,855 residents and a high address density of 8,087 per km², it's a lively place. The neighbourhood has a strong sense of community, though no resident reviews are available to give a personal perspective. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1990, and the area is known for its multicultural vibe and proximity to the city centre. Learn more about the Ambonpleinbuurt neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Your daily routine here is easy: grab bread at Albert Heijn just around the corner or Lidl a couple of streets away. For school runs, Vrije School Thula is a five-minute walk, and Bataviaschool is just a couple of streets away. The area is well-served by public transport, with a train station a ten-minute walk away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Amsterdam.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Jansen Smit Makelaars en Taxateurs and also appears on other channels, so you have multiple ways to get in touch.
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About Sumatrastraat 140, Amsterdam
Is €465,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €465,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €530,385 and the median of €550,000. Recently sold apartments in the area went for an average of €467,768, so this price is in line with recent sales. It's a competitive listing given the limited supply of 13 apartments for sale in the neighbourhood.
What is the energy label C like?
Energy label C is a mid-range label, meaning the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier. It's an official registration from EP-Online. In the neighbourhood, 31.3% of homes have label C, while 62.5% have label A. You can expect moderate energy costs, but no specific figures are available.
How is the public transport in the area?
The nearest train station is 0.8 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The high address density (8,087 per km²) indicates a very urban area with frequent public transport options.
What schools are near this apartment?
Several primary schools are within walking distance: Vrije School Thula (157 m), Bataviaschool (217 m), De Kraal (395 m), Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara (439 m), and Oecumenische Basisschool Frankendael (470 m). All are within a ten-minute walk, making school runs easy.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
The Ambonpleinbuurt has 565 households with children out of 1,990 total households, so families are a significant part of the community. The average household size is 1.9, and there are plenty of parks and playgrounds nearby. The area is safe, with 176 total crimes reported, though no specific crime rate is given.
How many apartments are for sale in the neighbourhood?
Currently, 13 apartments are for sale in the Ambonpleinbuurt, with prices ranging from €395,000 to €695,000. The average price per m² is €8,868, and the average floor area is 63 m². This listing at 62 m² is slightly smaller than average but priced competitively.
