Overgooi, Almere
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Echobos sits in a leafy part of Overgooi, a neighbourhood that feels more like a village than a suburb. With 216 m² of living space, it is unusually large for an apartment, and the energy label A means it is efficient to run. The asking price of €839,500 is 43% below the neighbourhood average of €1,481,324, making it the cheapest of the 17 homes currently for sale here, a keen price for the size. For context, apartments in Almere vary widely, but this one stands out for its value.
Overgooi is a small, tight-knit neighbourhood with only 630 residents. Most homes are owner-occupied (95%) and nearly all are single-family houses, so the apartment is something of an exception. The area is very quiet, the address density is just 142 addresses per km², the lowest urbanity level, and it shows in the streets. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures speak for themselves: mostly families, with an average household size of 2.8 people. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Almere, which offers a mix of green spaces and urban amenities.
For daily shopping, the nearest supermarket is Jumbo, about a ten-minute walk away, with Vomar and Albert Heijn a bit further. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Basisschool De Klaverweide is just around the corner, and IKC de Regenboog is a couple of streets away. For secondary education, OSG De Meergronden is about a ten-minute walk. A park or public garden is on your doorstep, just 400 metres away, perfect for a morning stroll. The neighbourhood is car-oriented, with the train station 7.5 km away, so a car is handy for commuting.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Huisidee Makelaardij. The listing is available on multiple platforms, so you can compare details easily.
Details of this home
Echobos 30, Almere
Data from Overgooi
Data from Overgooi
18 within 5 km
50 within 5 km
About Echobos 30, Almere
The asking price of €839,500 is 43% below the average asking price in Overgooi (€1,481,324) and is the lowest of the 17 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. The average sold price in the area is €1,344,978, so this apartment is priced well below recent sales. Given the large floor area and energy label A, it represents good value compared to other homes in the neighbourhood.
Overgooi is a very quiet, family-oriented neighbourhood with a low address density (142 per km²). Most homes are owner-occupied single-family houses, and the population is predominantly families with children. The area has very few facilities within walking distance, so a car is essential for most errands. The neighbourhood has a low crime rate, with only 13 incidents recorded.
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo, located 1.4 km away, about a ten-minute walk. Other supermarkets within a couple of kilometres include Vomar (2.1 km), Albert Heijn (2.1 km), Lidl (2.8 km), and Boni (2.9 km). For daily shopping, you will likely need to drive or cycle.
The nearest primary school is Basisschool De Klaverweide, 1.2 km away (about a ten-minute walk). IKC de Regenboog is 1.5 km away. For secondary education, OSG De Meergronden is 2.3 km away. There are several other primary schools within a 2.5 km radius.
The nearest train station is 7.5 km away, so public transport is not very convenient. A car is recommended for commuting.
The energy label is A, which means the home is very energy-efficient. This typically results in lower heating and electricity costs compared to older homes with lower labels. In Overgooi, 60% of homes have label A+ and 40% have label A, so this home is in line with the neighbourhood standard.
The average price per m² for apartments in Almere varies, but this home is priced at about €3,886 per m² (based on 216 m² and €839,500). In Overgooi, the average price per m² for all homes is €6,178, so this apartment is significantly cheaper per square metre than the neighbourhood average.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Overgooi
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