Sumatraplantsoenbuurt, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Valentijnkade in the Sumatraplantsoenbuurt has a warm, pre-war feel with high ceilings and original details. At 54 m² it's compact but efficient, and the energy label B keeps running costs reasonable. The asking price of €450,000 is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €553,846, making it a keen entry into the Amsterdam market. For context, apartments in Amsterdam vary widely, but this one stands out for its price.
The neighbourhood Sumatraplantsoenbuurt is a dense, urban pocket with a strong sense of community. With 3,760 residents and a high address density of 6,664 per km², it's bustling yet green, the park is just around the corner. Most homes are apartments, and the area is popular with young professionals and families. No resident reviews are available for this street, but the neighbourhood scores well on daily amenities.
For your morning bread, Lidl is on your doorstep and Albert Heijn is just around the corner. Two primary schools, Vrije School Thula and Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara, are a couple of streets away, and the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort is a ten-minute walk for secondary education. The municipality Amsterdam offers excellent public transport, with a train station 1.2 km away and trams nearby.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Fransen & Kroes Makelaars Amsterdam.
Details of this home
Valentijnkade 45-2, Amsterdam
Data from Sumatraplantsoenbuurt
Data from Sumatraplantsoenbuurt
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About Valentijnkade 45-2, Amsterdam
The asking price of €450,000 is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €553,846 and also under the median of €485,000. Given the 54 m² floor area and B energy label, it's priced keenly compared to similar homes in the area.
Sumatraplantsoenbuurt is a very urban area with a high density of shops and services. It's popular with singles and couples, 52% of households are one-person, and has a young population. The park is just around the corner, and there are plenty of restaurants and a library within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, about a 15-minute walk. Buses and trams also serve the area, making it easy to reach the city centre and beyond.
There are several schools within walking distance: Vrije School Thula (250 m) and Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara (265 m) for primary education, and Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort (497 m) for secondary. A special education school, Gerhardschool, is just 140 m away.
The home has energy label B, which is efficient for a 1926 building. In the neighbourhood, 46.7% of homes have label B, so it's in line with the local stock. You can expect moderate energy costs.
Currently, 13 apartments are for sale in the Sumatraplantsoenbuurt, with prices ranging from €400,000 to €850,000. This home is at the lower end of that range.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Sumatraplantsoenbuurt