Homes for sale in Aalsmeer
View the current supply of homes for sale in Aalsmeer, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews to make the right choice.
What does a home cost in Aalsmeer?
The owner-occupied market in Aalsmeer is firmly priced, but slightly more accessible than the municipal average. The WOZ value here is €466,000, while the municipality of Aalsmeer averages €494,000. That difference sounds modest, but it does make a real difference in practice. In the past twelve months, 87 homes were sold at an average purchase price of €721,207, with a range from €315,000 to as much as €3,495,000. The average living area of 119 m² indicates a mix of spacious single-family homes and more compact apartments. Of the 5,951 homes in the neighbourhood, 59% are owner-occupied and 41% are rental, of which a quarter are social housing. At the top of this page, you can see the current listings and the average asking price for the most recent situation.
Living in Aalsmeer: village character with water around the corner
Aalsmeer is not an anonymous commuter suburb. It is a village that behaves like a village, with its own centre, familiar faces at the baker's and the Westeinderplas as its backyard. Resident Ria gives the neighbourhood an 8 out of 10 and writes: "It's a nice neighbourhood with the Westeinderplas around the corner. Beautiful nature. And peace. Child- and dog-friendly." That picture is accurate. The Westeinderplas offers space for water sports, swimming and walking. If you love greenery, you'll get your fill here: residents rate both green spaces and beauty at 7.7 on the Aalsmeer neighbourhood page, where you can find all reviews and scores.
The centre of Aalsmeer has a compact but complete set of amenities. You'll find an Albert Heijn, a Dirk van den Broek and various specialist shops along Zijdstraat and Stationsweg. For primary education, there are several schools in the neighbourhood, including De Zuidooster and De Linde. Secondary school students go to Alkwin Kollege. Sports club RKDES is located in the nearby Hornmeer neighbourhood, and you don't have to drive far for tennis or hockey either. Wilma, who gives the neighbourhood a 7.6, mentions the former bus station that has been transformed into a green park as a plus point, although she misses a bench there.
When it comes to accessibility, you have to be honest: Aalsmeer scores a 6.7 from residents. There is no train station in the village itself. You rely on bus lines towards Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA (line 357) and Amstelveen (line 171), which works well during rush hour but is less frequent outside peak times. By car, you can quickly reach the A4 and A9 via the N201, and Schiphol is a ten-minute drive away. The latter is an advantage, but also brings air traffic, although Ria says she has "little trouble" with it. Not everyone is equally enthusiastic about the social cohesion, though. Carla, who has lived there for 42 years, gives a 5.9 and finds that there are "too few contacts" and that "everyone keeps to themselves." That is an honest signal: the community score of 6.7 confirms that it is not a neighbourhood where you automatically end up at your neighbours' kitchen table. If that's what you're looking for, you could also consider the smaller-scale Oosteinde or the rural Kudelstraat en Kalslagen.
Which buyers is Aalsmeer a good match for?
The largest group of residents is aged 45 to 65, but with 1,850 children under 15, it is certainly also a family neighbourhood. Buying a home in Aalsmeer is particularly interesting for movers looking for space near Amsterdam without paying Amsterdam prices. First-time buyers with a smaller budget can buy an apartment in the Centrum or Stommeer neighbourhoods, where more compact homes are available. Do keep in mind overbidding: the market is tight and popular. In addition to the purchase price, there are transfer tax (2% or 10.4%), notary costs and possible valuation costs. Is buying still a step too far? Then also check the rental homes in Aalsmeer as an alternative.
Finding a home in Aalsmeer with neighbourhood data and resident reviews
On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with real resident experiences and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs, but also what it's really like to live there. Compare the homes for sale in Aalsmeer with the supply in nearby neighbourhoods such as Oosteinde or view the complete overview of homes for sale in the municipality. More about living in Aalsmeer can also be found on the municipality of Aalsmeer website.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Aalsmeer?
In the past twelve months, the average purchase price in the Aalsmeer neighbourhood was €721,207. Prices vary widely, from €315,000 for a compact apartment to €3,495,000 for the most expensive homes. The average WOZ value is €466,000, slightly below the municipal average of €494,000.
What additional costs are there when buying a home in Aalsmeer?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay transfer tax (2% for your own home, 10.4% for investors), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, valuation costs, and possibly advisory fees for a mortgage advisor. Expect around 4 to 6% on top of the purchase price in additional costs.
Is Aalsmeer suitable for families looking to buy a home?
Yes, Aalsmeer has a clear family character with approximately 1,850 children under 15. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood and the Alkwin Kollege for secondary education. Residents appreciate the greenery, tranquillity, and proximity to the Westeinderplas. The safety score is 7.3 out of 10.
How is the accessibility if I move to Aalsmeer?
Aalsmeer does not have its own train station. Bus lines 357 and 171 connect the village to Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA and Amstelveen. By car, you can quickly reach the A4 and A9 via the N201. Schiphol is about a ten-minute drive away. Residents rate the accessibility at 6.7 out of 10.
Can I buy an apartment in Aalsmeer?
Yes, in addition to single-family homes, there are also apartments for sale, especially in the Centrum and Stommeer. With an average living area of 119 m² in the neighbourhood, there is a mix of housing types. Apartments typically fall in the lower segment of the price range, starting from around €315,000.
Green and the old bus station have become nicely green. Too bad there's no bench.
Auto-translated to English by AIToo few contacts, everyone is on their own because there are too many cultural people. We have lived here for 42 years in a large house with 4 rooms and a very large attic. We would like to live smaller, but then you are punished with a much higher rent.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice neighbourhood with the Westeinderplas around the corner. Beautiful nature. And peace. Little nuisance from aircraft. Green and trees at your doorstep. Safe traffic situation. Child and dog friendly. Aalsmeer has a nice centre. Lots to do. Always on the move. Water sports and many activities to do. Sports and games. Bus station present.
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