Talbotstraat 221
Joris Ivenspleinbuurt, Amsterdam
AreaA calm corner of IJburg-West
Talbotstraat 221 sits on a quiet road in the Joris Ivenspleinbuurt, part of IJburg-West in Amsterdam. This is a residential area where water and green spaces shape daily life, and the apartment itself enjoys a free, open view. With a price of €525,000, the asking price is in line with the market, matching the median for apartments in Amsterdam.
The apartment itself
Built in 2006, this three-room apartment spans a single floor on the third living level. It has two bedrooms and one bathroom, with a volume of 286 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 92 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 90 square metres. The home is heated by district heating and is municipally owned land subject to ground lease, with the lease bought off until 31 August 2055. The energy label is A, an efficient label.
Life in the Joris Ivenspleinbuurt
Residents of the district give their area an average score of 6.7, based on seven reviews. One resident describes the neighbourhood as "very free," noting that many families live there, which brings a sense of safety and a cosy atmosphere. Another resident appreciates the wide open spaces and the good tram connection to Central Station, though they mention that reaching other neighbourhoods often requires multiple transfers. The district has around 2,935 inhabitants, and the mix of cultures is something several reviewers mention, both as a plus and as a point of reflection. For more context, you can read about the Joris Ivenspleinbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Vomar a couple of streets away, and a pharmacy nearby. Daltonschool Neptunus is within a five-minute walk for primary education. The nearest tram stop, Vennepluimstraat, is a five-minute walk and serves lines 26, 66 and N89. The train station at Diemen is about 2.5 kilometres away. The municipality of Amsterdam provides the broader context for all these facilities, as outlined on the municipality of Amsterdam page.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is 47 dB Lden, railway noise 29 dB Lden and aircraft noise 43 dB Lden, all below the relevant noise standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while current flood risk is low and heat stress is low, rising to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaarskantoor BEN and listings on Pararius and Funda.
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About Talbotstraat 221, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other apartments in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €525,000 matches the median price for homes currently for sale in the Joris Ivenspleinbuurt, which is also €525,000. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €536,900, with a range from €325,000 to €975,000. The average price per square metre for homes on the market here is €7,758, while this apartment is listed at €5,833 per square metre based on the agent's floor area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a three-room apartment with two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor on the third living level. The total volume is 286 cubic metres. The living area is 92 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 90 square metres. The home is heated by district heating, and the ground lease has been bought off until 31 August 2055.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The label is a standardised measure of the energy performance of the building, based on its insulation, installations and other factors. It does not say anything about the structural condition of the home itself.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 47 dB Lden, railway noise at 29 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 43 dB Lden, all for the reference year 2022 or 2023. All three values are below the relevant noise standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication based on public data from sources like the Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF, and it does not constitute an inspection of this particular home. The actual foundation condition would require a specific survey.
What are the flooding and heat stress risks?
The climate risk data for this address indicates that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and remains low by 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner at about 367 metres, and Vomar is a couple of streets away at 489 metres. Dekamarkt is about 1.1 kilometres away, and Jumbo is at 1.6 kilometres. Within five kilometres there are 36 supermarkets in total, so there is plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Daltonschool Neptunus, a primary school, is about 374 metres away, within a five-minute walk. SBO Het Spectrum vestiging IJburg is at 505 metres, and Willibrordschool is at 587 metres. For secondary education, the nearest option is about 1.7 kilometres away. There are 61 schools within five kilometres of the address.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest tram stop is Vennepluimstraat at about 403 metres, a five-minute walk, serving tram and bus lines 26, 66 and N89. Diemerparklaan stop is at 413 metres with the same lines. The nearest train station is Diemen, about 2.5 kilometres away. The tram line 26 provides a direct connection to Central Station, as mentioned by residents.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 6.7 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident describes the area as "very free" with many families, making it feel safe and cosy. Another appreciates the wide open spaces and good tram connection but notes that reaching other neighbourhoods often requires transfers. The reviews reflect a mix of positive and critical perspectives on community life.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
The Joris Ivenspleinbuurt has about 2,935 inhabitants. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years old, making up 37 percent of the population, followed by 45 to 65 year olds at 23 percent. About 49 percent of households are single-person households, and 32 percent are households with children. The average household size is 2.0 people.
How many homes are currently for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 10 homes for sale in the Joris Ivenspleinbuurt. In the recent period, 63 homes were sold, with an average sale price of €602,413 and an average time on the market of 47 days. The housing stock in the neighbourhood consists of 1,384 homes, of which 29 percent are owner-occupied.
