Valentijnkade 55A
Sumatraplantsoenbuurt · 1095 JK Amsterdam
A classic Amsterdam apartment on the Valentijnkade
This apartment sits on the Valentijnkade, a street that runs along the water in the Sumatraplantsoenbuurt, part of the Indische Buurt-Oost in Amsterdam. The area has a lively, mixed feel, with a mix of old and newer buildings and plenty of everyday amenities within easy reach. The last known asking price of €650,000 was on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which came to €503,625. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €8,252, while this home worked out at €8,784 per square metre. If you were looking at [apartments in Amsterdam], this one sat above the local average in price. This home has not been online since 29 October 2026.
The home itself
Built in 1926, this apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was listed as 73 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent listed it as 74 square metres. The apartment had been on the market since 28 October 2026, and when this home was still on the market, it was offered via JA Makelaardij on Pararius.
Life in the Sumatraplantsoenbuurt
The Sumatraplantsoenbuurt is a compact neighbourhood with a strong sense of community, according to residents of the wider Indische Buurt-Oost district. Across the district, residents give an average score of 8.38 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "The people here in the neighbourhood are friendly and everyone helps each other where needed, so nice!" Another adds: "Everyone in the neighbourhood helps each other and stands up for each other, which is very nice." The neighbourhood itself has around 3,720 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. About half of households are single-person households, and a quarter of the housing stock is owner-occupied. For more on [the Sumatraplantsoenbuurt neighbourhood], you can see the full profile.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. A Lidl is just around the corner, and there are two Albert Heijn supermarkets a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara (de Parel) and Vrije School Thula are both within a five-minute walk, while the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort ISK Soembawastraat is a ten-minute walk for secondary education. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, a five-minute walk, and the CBA Apotheek is just around the corner. For public transport, bus stops at Carolina MacGillavrylaan and Valentijnkade are on your doorstep, with lines 40 and 65, and the Soembawastraat tram stop is a five-minute walk with lines 4, 7, 14, 25, 37, 245 and N89. Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is a ten-minute walk. The area is part of [the municipality of Amsterdam], which offers extensive city-wide connections.
WOZ and address data
This listing did not include a WOZ value, so there was no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The address does have some risk indications from public data sources, which are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is above the standard at 53 dB Lden, while rail, air and industrial noise are all below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970 and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is medium both now and in 2050.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via JA Makelaardij on Pararius.
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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 Valentijnkade 55A, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €650,000 was on the high side compared with the average asking price in the Sumatraplantsoenbuurt, which was €503,625. That is 29% above the neighbourhood average. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €8,252, while this home was listed at €8,784 per square metre, which was 6% above the neighbourhood average per square metre.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment had three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was listed as 73 square metres in the BAG registration and 74 square metres in the agent's listing. The home was built in 1926 and has an energy label C.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No, this listing did not include a WOZ value. Without it, there was no official municipal valuation to compare with the asking price.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, road traffic noise at this address is 53 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Rail noise is 45 dB Lden, air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, and industrial noise is 45 dB Lden, all of which are below their respective standards. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone, where 100% of properties were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are within walking distance?
A Lidl is just around the corner at 290 metres, and there are two Albert Heijn supermarkets within a five-minute walk, at 331 and 420 metres. A SPAR is a couple of streets away at 629 metres, and another Albert Heijn is at 887 metres, about a ten-minute walk.
Which schools are near this apartment?
The nearest school is the Gerhardschool, a special education school at 76 metres. For primary education, the Islamitische Basisschool Al Jawhara (de Parel) is at 256 metres and Vrije School Thula at 308 metres. For secondary education, the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort ISK Soembawastraat and LUCA Praktijkschool are both at 483 metres.
What public transport options are available?
Bus stops at Carolina MacGillavrylaan and Valentijnkade are both within 155 metres, served by lines 40 and 65. The Soembawastraat tram stop is at 392 metres, with lines 4, 7, 14, 25, 37, 245 and N89. Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is 844 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider Indische Buurt-Oost district give an average score of 8.38 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "The people here in the neighbourhood are friendly and everyone helps each other where needed, so nice!" Another says: "Everyone in the neighbourhood helps each other and stands up for each other, which is very nice."
What is the climate risk for this address?
According to public data, the risk of pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, the current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
