Buying a home in IJselbuurt, Amsterdam.
IJselbuurt is where you'll find families and young professionals who want to stay close to the city without living in the thick of it. The housing stock is mostly 1930s buildings with real character, and you actually know your neighbours here. The Oost district is within walking distance, and the Albert Cuyp market is a few minutes by bike. What matters: it's a quiet corner of Amsterdam, so don't expect nightlife on your doorstep, but you get a neighbourhood where you can genuinely settle in.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in IJselbuurt
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Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Amsterdam
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 58.27
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 303
- Residential burglary
- 8
- Theft
- 110
- Violence and threats
- 31
- Vandalism and public order
- 19
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 IJselbuurt offer?
When you buy in Amsterdam, you're not just getting a house, you're joining a neighbourhood with its own rhythm. Most homes date from the 17th and 18th centuries, so expect narrow staircases, low ceilings, and windows overlooking canals or streets. Your neighbours are a mix: families rooted here for generations, young professionals, artists. Public transport works well, but most Amsterdammers simply cycle everywhere. What matters: it's busy, prices are steep, and you're paying for the location.
Buying agent in IJselbuurt
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Housing market IJselbuurt
The real estate market in Amsterdam shows notable activity. Homes sold this quarter reached 3,486, compared to 3,396 last quarter. The average transaction price this quarter was 658,000 euros, compared to 671,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter this quarter was 8,559 euros, compared to 8,625 euros last quarter. The average list price this quarter was 622,000 euros, compared to 629,000 euros last quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is 5% higher than last year, reflecting ongoing demand in the market.
Updated: June 2026
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