Homes for sale in Abbenes / Buitenkaag, Haarlemmermeer
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House prices in Abbenes / Buitenkaag: well above the polder average
Abbenes / Buitenkaag is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 71% of the approximately 700 homes are owned, compared to 29% rented. The average WOZ value is €431,000, which is noticeably lower than the municipal average of €472,000 for Haarlemmermeer. However, actual sale prices tell a different story. In the past twelve months, 9 homes were sold here for an average of €701,667, with a range of €395,000 to €1,295,000 and an average living area of 135 m². That upper segment points to spacious detached homes along the Kagerplassen lakes. Supply is limited and the market moves slowly due to scarcity. Check the current overview and the average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent updates.
Living along the Kagerplassen: water, tranquillity and a mobile shop on Fridays
Choosing to live in Abbenes / Buitenkaag is a deliberate choice for peace and space. This is not your typical Randstad neighbourhood with supermarkets on the corner and a bus stop at your doorstep, but a ribbon of dike houses, farmsteads and water villas in the peat meadow area between the Kagerplassen and the polder. The surroundings breathe polder air and you look out over open water or pastures. That comes at a price, both literally and figuratively.
Residents rate the neighbourhood an 8.3 on the neighbourhood page of Abbenes / Buitenkaag, with notably high scores for housing (9.0), beauty (9.0), community (8.5) and green space (8.5). Resident Céleste describes it as a "lovely place": quiet, with a convenient location relative to the A44. She honestly points out that there are no shops, but that a mobile shop comes by three times a week for last-minute groceries. For larger purchases, you drive to Sassenheim, Lisse or Nieuw-Vennep. She also notes that until 2030 there are regular road closures and diversions due to bridge replacements in the area. Another voice comes from Anissa, who experienced bullying from neighbours due to her background during the first two years of her stay. She still gives the neighbourhood a 7.5 and writes that the atmosphere later improved, but her review is an honest warning that should be taken seriously.
Amenities are sparse. There are no schools, supermarkets or sports facilities in Abbenes or Buitenkaag itself. For primary education, shops and sports, you rely on surrounding towns. Accessibility by car is reasonable via the A44 towards Leiden or Amsterdam, although the roadworks require patience. Public transport is limited. Sassenheim station is some distance away and accessible by bike or car. The sub-neighbourhoods Abbenes Dijk, Abbenes, Abbenes Omgeving and Buitenkaag differ in character and distance to the water, so it pays to compare per sub-neighbourhood. More about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Haarlemmermeer.
Who is a home for sale in Abbenes / Buitenkaag suitable for?
This is not a starter neighbourhood. With an average sale price of over €700,000 and a lower limit around €395,000, the market targets movers, dual-income couples and buyers who consciously choose space and water over urban proximity. The dominant age group of 45 to 65 years fits that profile. Supply is small, sometimes months go by without new listings, and overbidding is not uncommon in this segment. In addition to the purchase price, factor in transfer tax (2% for owner-occupation) and notary costs. Those wanting more flexibility can also look at rental homes in Abbenes / Buitenkaag.
Searching for a home for sale in Abbenes / Buitenkaag and surroundings
Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also what it's really like to live there. If the supply in Abbenes / Buitenkaag is too limited, then Hoofddorp, Badhoevedorp or Zwanenburg are alternatives with more supply within the same municipality. A broader search for homes for sale in Haarlemmermeer also gives a good overview of what the region offers.
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost to buy a house in Abbenes / Buitenkaag?
In the past twelve months, 9 homes were sold in Abbenes / Buitenkaag for an average price of €701,667. Prices ranged from €395,000 to €1,295,000, with an average living area of 135 m². The more expensive segment mainly consists of spacious detached homes along the water. The average WOZ value is €431,000, which is lower than the Haarlemmermeer average of €472,000.
What types of homes are available for purchase in Abbenes / Buitenkaag?
The supply mainly consists of detached houses, dike houses and farmsteads. Buying apartments in Abbenes / Buitenkaag is hardly possible; the buildings here are rural and low-rise. The average living area of homes sold in the past year was 135 m², which reflects the spacious layout of the neighbourhood.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Abbenes / Buitenkaag?
When buying in Abbenes / Buitenkaag, there are standard additional costs besides the purchase price. For owner-occupation, you pay 2% transfer tax on the purchase price. In addition, there are notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, costs for a structural survey and possible estate agent fees. For a home of €700,000, the additional costs can quickly amount to €20,000 or more.
How is the accessibility when moving to Abbenes / Buitenkaag?
By car, the neighbourhood is accessible via the A44, which connects to Amsterdam and Leiden. Note: until 2030, there are regular road closures and diversions due to bridge replacements in the area. Public transport is limited; the nearest NS station is Sassenheim, reachable by bike or car. Daily shopping is done in Sassenheim, Lisse or Nieuw-Vennep, as there are no shops in the neighbourhood itself.
Are there schools and facilities nearby for families looking for a home to buy?
In Abbenes and Buitenkaag itself, there are no schools, supermarkets or sports facilities. Families rely on facilities in surrounding towns such as Nieuw-Vennep, Lisse or Sassenheim. The neighbourhood does have a high score for community (8.5) and green space (8.5) and has relatively many households with children, but the lack of local facilities scores lower among residents, with a facilities score of 7.0.
Nice surroundings, quiet, convenient location relative to the A44 (though there are various road closures and diversions until 2030 due to bridge replacements). There are no shops, but a mobile shop comes three times a week for last-minute groceries, otherwise you drive to Sassenheim, Lisse or Nieuw-Vennep. Things are regularly organised in both De Buitenkaag and De Kaag, and thanks to that I've already met several villagers, which makes living here pleasant. A local newspaper appears a few times a year with all sorts of useful information and articles about the villages, residents and/or activities. Very handy!
Auto-translated to English by AIHalf the neighbours are racists. I am foreign and they can't accept that well; I was bullied and harassed for the first 2 years I lived here. But at some point the neighbourhood became nice.
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