Buying a home in Oostvaardersbuurt Noord, Almere.
Oostvaardersbuurt Noord is a neighborhood still finding its shape, with new builds and young families settling in. The homes are contemporary and reasonably priced, especially for first-time buyers, and you get direct views of water and green space. It doesn't feel remote: Almere's center is a ten-minute bike ride away, and you'll find what you need right in the neighborhood. What residents appreciate most: it's quiet without feeling isolated.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Oostvaardersbuurt Noord
Pros:
- Direct train connection to Amsterdam Central via Almere Centrum station (18 minutes), ideal for commuters
- Lots of new construction with modern insulation and low energy costs; most houses built 2010–2020
- Close to Weerwater lake: cycling, swimming and water sports without leaving the city
- Quiet, orderly residential streets with plenty of greenery between houses
- Affordable house prices compared to Amsterdam, Utrecht or other major cities
Cons:
- Almere still feels young and unfinished: little history, many empty spaces, few spontaneous gathering spots
- Limited cultural offerings: no major theatres, museums or nightlife like bigger cities
- Dependent on car or bike for daily shopping; shopping centres are scattered
- Many families with young children: pressure on schools, less diverse population
- Very hot in summer due to water and little street shade; grey and windy in winter
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Almere
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 19.41
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 112
- Residential burglary
- 4
- Theft
- 20
- Violence and threats
- 13
- Vandalism and public order
- 23
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through June 2026
What does Oostvaardersbuurt Noord 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 Oostvaardersbuurt Noord
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Housing market Oostvaardersbuurt Noord
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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