Buying a home in Homeruskwartier Oost, Almere.
Homeruskwartier Oost is where families settle for space and greenery. Most homes here date from the 1980s and 90s, so you get more square metres than in older neighbourhoods. It's quiet, with schools and playgrounds close by, and you're a short ride to Almere's centre or Amsterdam. The neighbourhood isn't trendy, but it's solid and straightforward.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Homeruskwartier Oost
Pros:
- Direct train connection to Amsterdam Central via Almere Centrum station (15 minutes)
- Mostly detached homes from the 1980s/90s with gardens, not just apartments
- Quiet residential area with no through traffic; children can play safely outside
- Close to Weerwater for water sports and recreation
Cons:
- Few shops and restaurants within the neighborhood itself; most amenities are at Stationsplein (significant walk)
- Architecture is standard 1980s/90s – no character or variety
- Neighborhood feels partly deserted in the evening; little spontaneous social life
- Limited public transport outside rush hours; a car is almost essential
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Almere
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 18.94
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 152
- Residential burglary
- 2
- Theft
- 29
- Violence and threats
- 17
- Vandalism and public order
- 20
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through May 2026
What does Homeruskwartier Oost offer?
Almere built itself from scratch into a city of 220,000 people in just three decades, so you'll find plenty of homes from the 1980s and 1990s alongside newer neighbourhoods with contemporary design. The population is young and diverse, and your neighbours will likely come from dozens of countries. Many families choose Almere because you get real space for your money, and trains to Amsterdam leave every fifteen minutes. It's not a city of old charm and winding streets, but it's a place where you put down roots quickly because everyone here was once new too.
Buying agent in Homeruskwartier Oost
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Housing market Homeruskwartier Oost
In Almere, 759 homes sold this quarter, compared to 750 last quarter. The average transaction price rose to 514,000 euros this quarter from 502,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter went from 4,669 euros to 4,695 euros. The average list price increased to 487,000 euros this quarter from 472,000 euros last quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value for this year is higher than last year, reflecting the ongoing demand in the market. Overall, Almere's real estate market shows a steady performance with slight upward trends in pricing.
Updated: June 2026
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