Bankastraat 59C
Timorpleinbuurt-Noord · 1094 EC Amsterdam
A studio with character in Amsterdam East
Tucked into the lively Timorpleinbuurt-Noord, this studio on Bankastraat 59C sits in the Indische Buurt-West, a corner of Amsterdam where the streets hum with daily life. The building dates from 1912, so it carries the charm of a century-old Amsterdam facade. At €375,000, the asking price was 25% below the neighbourhood average of €499,225. For more context, see studios in Amsterdam. This home has not been online since 29 October 2026.
Inside the home
The agent described this as a two-room studio with one bedroom and one bathroom, covering 40 m² according to the listing, while the BAG registration records 39 m². The energy label was F, which was the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. The home had been listed since 28 October 2026.
The Timorpleinbuurt-Noord vibe
Life here revolves around the everyday: a mix of young professionals, families with kids, and long-time residents. Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give an average score of 7.38 based on 258 reviews. One resident says: "Lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another adds: "It's calm, safe and green, and although it could still improve and could get more support from the local government, it's still affordable (compared to the rest of the city) and constantly changing for the better." A third resident mentions the greenery and trees that "offer cooling and relaxation", though they also note daily mess around the waste containers. The neighbourhood counts 3,930 residents, with a large share of single-person households. For more context, see the Timorpleinbuurt-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Your daily errands are close by. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with another Albert Heijn and a Lidl a couple of streets away. De Indische Buurt School is on your doorstep, and the Bataviaschool is a five-minute walk. The GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, and Service Apotheek Sumatra are both a couple of streets away. For public transport, the Zeeburgerdijk tram stop is just around the corner with lines 4, 14, 19 and 25, and Amsterdam Muiderpoort station is a ten-minute walk. All within the municipality of Amsterdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value was €425,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price sat 12% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 50%, from €283,000 to €425,000. As for the area, the foundation risk indication is medium, based on the fact that the building predates 1970 and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. Noise from road, rail and air traffic stays below the relevant standards. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is current flood risk, though heat stress is currently medium and could become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via JA Makelaardij.
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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 Bankastraat 59C, Amsterdam
How did the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €375,000 was 25% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €499,225. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood was €9,118, while this home was listed at €9,375 per m² based on the agent's floor area of 40 m². No judgement was made here about whether the price was high or low; the figures were presented as they were.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this was a two-room studio with one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area was listed as 40 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 39 m². The home was part of a building from 1912, and the energy label was F, which was the least efficient label, so energy costs were likely to be higher.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value was €425,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 12% below this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value had increased by 50%, from €283,000 in 2020 to €425,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the building being constructed before 1970, specifically in 1912, and the fact that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, which is a KCAF attention zone. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are within walking distance?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 259 metres, with another Albert Heijn and a Lidl within 600 metres. De Indische Buurt School is on your doorstep at 82 metres, and the Bataviaschool is 345 metres away. The GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, is 407 metres away, and Service Apotheek Sumatra is 371 metres away.
How is the public transport in this neighbourhood?
The Zeeburgerdijk tram stop is 144 metres away, with tram lines 4, 14, 19 and 25. The Javaplein stop, at 336 metres, offers both bus and tram services with lines 4, 14, 19, 25, 37, 65, 245 and N89. Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is 482 metres away, making it a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Across the municipality of Amsterdam, residents give an average score of 7.38 based on 258 reviews. One resident mentions "lots of amenities around, parks, shopping areas, bars, daycares etc." Another describes the area as "calm, safe and green" and notes it is "constantly changing for the better." A third resident appreciates the greenery and trees but mentions daily mess around the waste containers.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label on the scale. The label does not indicate the structural condition of the home, only its energy performance.
