Balistraat 137A
Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid · 1094 JK Amsterdam
A studio in the heart of the Indische Buurt
This studio on Balistraat sits in one of Amsterdam's liveliest neighbourhoods. At 42 m² it's compact but efficient, with a C energy label. The last known asking price of €385,000 was 17% below the neighbourhood average of €462,061, making it a keen entry into the Amsterdam market. For context, studios in Amsterdam vary widely in price and size. This home has not been online since 16 July 2026.
Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid
The neighbourhood Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid is a dense, urban area with 4,450 residents. Most households are single-person (1,545), and the average household size is 1.7. It's a young area: nearly half the population is between 25 and 45. The streets are lively, with a mix of cultures and a strong community feel. No resident reviews are available for this specific street, but the broader Indische Buurt is known for its vibrant market and diverse eateries.
Life on the street
Your daily routine here is wonderfully convenient. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Lidl a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, including Bataviaschool and Vrije School Thula. For secondary education, Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort and LUCA Praktijkschool are also close by. The municipality Amsterdam offers excellent public services and green spaces like the nearby park.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via SEM makelaars.
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About Balistraat 137A, Amsterdam
Was €385,000 a fair price for this studio?
The asking price was 17% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€462,061) and also below the median of €475,000. Given the 42 m² floor area, the price per m² worked out to about €9,167, which was slightly above the neighbourhood average of €9,023 per m². So it was priced for the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is average for a home built in 1916. In the neighbourhood, 48.5% of homes have label C, and only 15.2% have a lower label.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 0.7 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That's convenient for commuting to other parts of Amsterdam or beyond.
What are the neighbours like?
The neighbourhood is young and urban, with many single-person households. It's a diverse area with a lively street scene. The Indische Buurt is known for its multicultural vibe and the popular Dappermarkt.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
The listing did not mention a garden or balcony. Given that it's a studio in a 1916 building, outdoor space is unlikely but not impossible.
How many rooms does the studio have?
The listing stated it was a studio, which typically meant one open-plan living/sleeping area plus a separate kitchen and bathroom. The exact layout was not detailed in the listing.
