Langkatstraat 36
Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid, Amsterdam
NeighbourhoodA studio with character in Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid
This studio on Langkatstraat 36 sits in the Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid neighbourhood, part of the Indische Buurt-West in Amsterdam. The home dates from 1916 and is offered for €350,000. That asking price is 29% below the average asking price of €489,964 for homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood, and it is the cheapest of the 28 homes on the market here. The price per square metre is €9,459, based on the agent's listing. For comparison, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €8,793. This makes the asking price sharp, especially given the home's location. If you are looking at studios in Amsterdam, this one stands out for its price.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a studio, but it has 2 rooms and 1 bathroom on a single floor. The living area is 37 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home is on the second floor and has a volume of 120 m³. It has double glazing and a central heating boiler. The property is municipal leasehold, with the ground rent paid up to 31 October 2053. The setting is described as on a quiet road, in the centre and in a residential area. The home has been listed since 5 August 2026.
The Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid neighbourhood
Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid is a lively part of Amsterdam, with a mix of old and new. The neighbourhood has about 4,450 residents, and a large share of them live alone: 58% of households are single-person. The average household size is 1.7. There are 2,421 homes in the area, and 70% of the homes for sale were built before 1945. Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam give their living environment an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident says: "Quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people." Another notes: "IJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood. The Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid neighbourhood itself has its own character, shaped by its pre-war housing stock and its position in the Indische Buurt.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is convenient. The nearest supermarket, an Albert Heijn, is on your doorstep, and a Lidl is just around the corner. For primary education, the Bataviaschool is a couple of streets away, and the Montessori Lyceum Oostpoort ISK Soembawastraat is also nearby. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Zeeburgerdijk, a couple of streets away, and the Service Apotheek Molukken is on your doorstep. Public transport is well within reach: the Javaplein stop, served by tram and bus lines 4, 14, 19, 25, 37, 65, 245 and N89, is on your doorstep. Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is a ten-minute walk away. All of this is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, which offers extensive amenities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €375,000, as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 44%, from €260,000 to €375,000. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to be aware of. The noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, the current flood risk is low, and the heat stress indication is medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including KNAP Makelaardij and KNAP Makelaardij Certified Expat Broker on Funda.
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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 Langkatstraat 36, Amsterdam
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €350,000 is 29% below the average asking price of €489,964 for homes currently for sale in Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid. It is also the cheapest of the 28 homes on the market in this neighbourhood. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €8,793, while this home is listed at €9,459 per square metre, based on the agent's listing. This makes the price sharp in absolute terms, though the price per square metre is above the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this is a studio with 2 rooms and 1 bathroom on a single floor. The living area is 37 m², as stated in both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home is located on the second floor and has a volume of 120 m³. It has double glazing and a central heating boiler. The property is municipal leasehold, with the ground rent paid up to 31 October 2053.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €375,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The asking price of €350,000 is 7% below this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 44%, from €260,000 in 2020 to €375,000 in 2025. This shows a significant rise in the municipal valuation, but the WOZ value is not the same as the market value.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic at this address is 56 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 47 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on data from the Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken inside the home. If you are sensitive to noise, you may want to consider this.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. An Albert Heijn is just 179 metres away, so on your doorstep. A Lidl is 309 metres away, just around the corner. Another Albert Heijn is 457 metres away, a five-minute walk. In total, there are 121 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you have plenty of choice for your daily groceries.
What is the Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid neighbourhood like?
Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid is a neighbourhood in Amsterdam with about 4,450 residents. A large share of households are single-person, at 58%. The housing stock is mostly pre-war, with 70% of homes for sale built before 1945. Residents across the municipality of Amsterdam rate their living environment with an average score of 7.35, based on 252 reviews. One resident describes it as "Quiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people."
What public transport options are available?
The nearest public transport stop is Javaplein, just 77 metres away, served by tram and bus lines 4, 14, 19, 25, 37, 65, 245 and N89. The Molukkenstraat stop is 207 metres away, with additional lines 7 and 40. Amsterdam Muiderpoort train station is 578 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you good connections within Amsterdam and beyond.
Why is there no energy label in the listing?
The agent has not published this field. This means you cannot directly assess the energy performance of the home from the listing. The home does have double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent, but the overall energy label remains unknown.
Statistics for Timorpleinbuurt-Zuid
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €489,964 | €470,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,793 | – |
Experiences from Indische Buurt-West
How residents experience their district
I don't think the neighbourhood is extremely special, but I do like the atmosphere and there are nice people living here. I would like to see a bit more greenery, like more flowers and plants. That would make the neighbourhood a bit cosier. Also, there is often litter on the streets, which doesn't look nice and especially not cosy. Other than that, I'm happy with my neighbourhood!
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Indische Buurt-West
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €499,401 | €480,139 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €9,020 | – |
| Rent price | €2,592 p/m | €2,556 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Experiences from Amsterdam
How residents experience their municipality
IJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, peaceful, relaxed, green, social and a nice mix of people
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about 12 years. The neighbourhood has clear advantages: good connections by tram, bus and ferry/boat, plenty of supermarkets, gyms and practical amenities nearby. For me, however, there was one major drawback: structural low-frequency noise, demonstrably coming from commercial shipping on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal. If you are sensitive to that, it can be very burdensome. In my case, it was clearly noticeable indoors, especially at night. Neighbours said they slept with earplugs and extra insulation offered limited to no solution. The municipality took measurements at the time and acknowledged that the noise was significant, but indicated they could do little or nothing about it because the source fell outside their direct authority. My honest advice: visit this neighbourhood not only during the day, but also in the evening and at night, and pay specific attention to low-frequency humming or vibrations. For people sensitive to noise, I would personally strongly advise against this location.
Auto-translated to English by AINo public transport!
Auto-translated to English by AINice, quiet and reasonably cosy neighbourhood. Good accessibility, the Amsterdam Forest nearby. Lots of different facilities within walking distance. Nice to live here with a family and pets! Quite a few schools within cycling distance. Hygiene in the neighbourhood is above the average level in Amsterdam. VUmc very close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the end of the Silodam lies the striking MVRDV building. Surrounded by water on all sides. Every apartment has a view of the IJ and/or the Oude Houthaven. The views are therefore phenomenal and every day is different due to the weather. The sunrises and sunsets are unbeatable. Because the building is at the end of the Silodam, there is no through traffic and every person is either a resident or a visitor. This makes it, by Amsterdam standards, an exceptionally safe living environment. There is little turnover. The residents of this building form a close-knit community. A nice mix of families with and without children and single people who help each other where needed. And that too is a special quality in an increasingly transient Amsterdam. Within walking distance are the Haarlemmerdijk and the markets where you can find all the hustle and bustle if you feel like it. On the Silodam there is peace and quiet, a delight for body and mind. The wind, the seagulls, the waves on the IJ, the boats, occasionally a cruise ship, and every 5 years Sail! A little paradise in Amsterdam? Absolutely!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause we are on the outskirts, there is no through traffic. In the middle of the street a large playground with a table tennis table and a small football pitch. And playground equipment. Behind our house only meadows.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood on the edge of the city but still close to many good amenities that a city has to offer. The neighbourhood is still becoming more beautiful.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Amsterdam
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €822,235 | €692,559 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,884 | – |
| Rent price | €2,790 p/m | €2,605 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €34 p/m | – |
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Langkatstraat 36, Amsterdam
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