Homes for sale in Makassarpleinbuurt, Amsterdam
Discover homes for sale in Makassarpleinbuurt and view the current listings, recent sale prices, and what residents say about living in this neighbourhood.
House prices and market figures for Makassarpleinbuurt, Amsterdam
The owner-occupied market in Makassarpleinbuurt is small but active. Of the more than 2,990 homes in the neighbourhood, only 19% are owner-occupied, compared to 81% rental. This limited owner-occupied segment makes supply scarce and competition for popular properties correspondingly high. In the past twelve months, 26 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €530,962 and a range of €360,000 to €850,000. With an average living area of 65 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €8,168. This is above the average WOZ value of €459,000 in the neighbourhood itself, and also above the district average of €482,000 in Indische Buurt-Oost. Compared to the Amsterdam average WOZ value of €517,000, transaction prices here are actually higher, indicating active demand in a market with limited supply. These are almost exclusively apartments, largely from the early twentieth-century construction period characteristic of the Indische Buurt. Current asking prices and selling times can be found at the top of this page.
Living in Makassarpleinbuurt, Amsterdam
Makassarpleinbuurt is located in the eastern part of the Indische Buurt and has a distinctly urban character that feels surprisingly green. The neighbourhood was built in the first decades of the twentieth century and consists mainly of closed building blocks with porch flats and maisonette apartments. The facades are brick, the streets are narrow, and mature trees line the pavements. This gives the neighbourhood a warm, almost village-in-the-city atmosphere that you won't find in new-build areas.
Makassarplein itself is the beating heart: a spacious square with play facilities and benches, surrounded by small shops and a daily bustle that keeps the neighbourhood lively without being overwhelming. The Javastraat, within walking distance, offers a varied range of shops from supermarkets to specialist stores and a market on Tuesdays and Saturdays. For daily errands, you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. The larger shopping centre Brazilië on Molukkenstraat is also within cycling distance.
Green space is a real asset here. Flevopark, one of the greenest city parks in Amsterdam-Oost, borders almost directly on the neighbourhood and scores highly in resident reviews. Residents give green space a 9.0 out of 10. You notice this in daily life too: joggers, dogs, families with children, the park is heavily used. For schools, there are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity; the education offering scores a 7.2, indicating it exists but is not exceptionally strong.
Accessibility is excellent and is rated 9.5 by residents. Indische Buurt metro station (line 54) is within walking distance and takes you to Amsterdam Central in less than ten minutes. Several tram lines and bus connections strengthen the network. By bike, you can reach the city centre in fifteen minutes, and the A10 ring road is quickly accessible via Zeeburgerdijk for those travelling by car.
Residents appreciate the social cohesion in the neighbourhood. Jennifer writes: "The people here in the neighbourhood are friendly and everyone helps each other when needed, so nice!" Several reviewers mention the same: a neighbourhood where people know each other and look out for one another. The overall score of 8.4 out of 10 confirms this picture. Read all experiences and neighbourhood data on the Makassarpleinbuurt overview page.
Compared to neighbouring areas such as Sumatraplantsoenbuurt and Zeeburgerdijk-Oost, Makassarpleinbuurt has a slightly more subdued character, less through traffic, and the square as a clear social anchor point. The Flevopark area borders directly to the east and reinforces the neighbourhood's green profile.
Who is a home in Makassarpleinbuurt interesting for?
Makassarpleinbuurt mainly attracts young professionals and couples aged between 25 and 45, the largest age group with nearly 1,930 residents. The supply consists almost exclusively of apartments, making the neighbourhood less suitable for families looking for a garden or a single-family home. First-time buyers purchasing an apartment in Makassarpleinbuurt should expect an average transaction price of over €530,000 and limited supply, making overbidding realistic. Movers with a budget for the upper end of the range (up to €850,000) will find larger apartments with character here. Those who want to remain flexible can also look at rental homes in Makassarpleinbuurt, as 81% of the housing stock is rental. The municipality of Amsterdam provides more information on regulations regarding purchase and owner-occupancy obligation at amsterdam.nl, which may be relevant in Amsterdam-Oost.
What residents say about Makassarpleinbuurt
Makassarpleinbuurt receives an average rating of 8.4 out of 10, based on four resident reviews. Accessibility stands out with a score of 9.5, followed by green space (9.0) and amenities (8.8). Education scores the lowest at 7.2. Resident Jennifer sums up the atmosphere aptly: "We live there together and not alone." That sense of community comes through in multiple reviews. View all reviews and sub-scores on the neighbourhood page of Makassarpleinbuurt.
Compare homes for sale in and around Makassarpleinbuurt
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Makassarpleinbuurt?
In the past twelve months, 26 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €530,962. The range runs from €360,000 to €850,000. With an average living area of 65 m², the price per square metre is approximately €8,168. Keep in mind that supply is limited, so overbidding on desirable homes is realistic.
What is the WOZ value in Makassarpleinbuurt?
The average WOZ value in Makassarpleinbuurt is €459,000. This is below the district average of Indische Buurt-Oost (€482,000) and below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. However, actual transaction prices are higher, indicating that the market is active and buyers are willing to pay above the WOZ value.
What is it like to live in Makassarpleinbuurt?
Living in Makassarpleinbuurt means residing in an early twentieth-century urban neighbourhood with strong social cohesion, good green spaces due to the proximity of Flevopark, and excellent accessibility. Residents rate the neighbourhood 8.4 out of 10 and highlight the friendly atmosphere and sense of community. The area is urban but not busy, with Makassarplein as a quiet centre.
Is Makassarpleinbuurt suitable for starters and young families?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts people between 25 and 45 years old and has a large proportion of single-person households. For starters looking to buy an apartment in Makassarpleinbuurt, the average price of over €530,000 is a significant hurdle. Families seeking space and a garden will find few single-family homes in this neighbourhood. The proximity of Flevopark and primary schools in the area does make the neighbourhood family-friendly in terms of living environment.
How accessible is Makassarpleinbuurt?
Residents rate accessibility at 9.5 out of 10, one of the highest scores. Indische Buurt metro station (line 54) is within walking distance and connects the neighbourhood to Amsterdam Central in about ten minutes. Additionally, tram and bus lines run through the district. By bike, you can reach the city centre in fifteen minutes. For drivers, the A10 ring road is quickly accessible via Zeeburgerdijk.
What types of homes are for sale in Makassarpleinbuurt?
The owner-occupied segment in Makassarpleinbuurt consists almost exclusively of apartments in closed building blocks from the early twentieth century, often porch flats with brick facades. Single-family homes or detached houses are hardly found here. The average sold living area is 65 m². Only 19% of the total housing stock is owner-occupied, which structurally limits supply.
Is Makassarpleinbuurt safe and how does it score on liveability?
Residents rate safety in Makassarpleinbuurt at 8.2 out of 10, which is considered more than sufficient. The overall liveability score is 8.4. Facilities and accessibility score the highest; education (7.2) is the point of attention. The neighbourhood has an active community and several residents emphasise that people know each other and look out for one another, which contributes to the sense of safety.
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Auto-translated to English by AIThe people here in the neighbourhood are friendly and everyone helps each other where needed, so nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone in the neighbourhood helps each other and stands up for each other, which is very nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany kind people who always come to your aid, we live together there and not alone.
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