Homes for sale in Betondorp, Amsterdam
Looking for a home to buy in Betondorp? Check the current listings on this page and discover what the neighbourhood has to offer.
House prices in Betondorp: small homes, solid market value
Owner-occupied homes in Betondorp are scarce. Of the 1,957 homes in the neighbourhood, only 18% are owner-occupied, while 82% fall into the rental sector, largely in the hands of housing associations. Those who do manage to secure a home for sale pay an average of €653,929, based on the 14 transactions in the past twelve months. The range runs from €300,000 to €2,950,000, although that upper extreme is an exception. The average home has a floor area of 62 m², which makes the price per square metre substantial. The WOZ value is €453,000, clearly below the Amsterdam average of €517,000, but actual selling prices are significantly higher. Betondorp consists mainly of low-rise buildings, small single-family homes and terraced houses from the 1920s. Apartments are rare. View the current supply and the average asking price at the top of this page.
Living in Betondorp: a village that either binds you or lets you go
Betondorp does not feel like Amsterdam. That is precisely what appeals to many residents, and sometimes also what eventually makes them leave. The neighbourhood, built as an experimental concrete construction project in the 1920s, has a village-like scale with narrow streets, small front gardens and lots of low-rise buildings. On the Betondorp neighbourhood page, residents give the neighbourhood a 7.1 out of 10. Community scores highest with an 8.3, safety stands at 8.0 and green space at 7.9. Resident Angelique Gijsbertse describes it aptly: "Betondorp is a village in the city of Amsterdam. Social but also so urbanely built on the edge of the city. Lots of green space and children can play outside." However, that village atmosphere has a downside. Long-term resident Andrea Schutte, who has lived there for over 48 years, notes that the sense of togetherness from earlier times has declined due to turnover: people who want to live larger once children arrive quickly leave again. "While it used to buzz with shops. Now you have to leave the village for your groceries."
Facilities are indeed limited. There is no supermarket in the neighbourhood, which several residents mention as a major shortcoming. The bakery De Lekkernij on the Brink is repeatedly mentioned positively and opens early, also with a terrace in summer. The Brinkhuis, the former library building on the Brink, functions as an active community centre for young and old. There is childcare available, but the school score in resident reviews is notably low (4.8), partly because there is no longer a primary school in the neighbourhood itself. Facilities score a 6.1. For daily groceries, schools and larger shops, you have to rely on surrounding neighbourhoods. The Drieburg area borders Betondorp directly and offers slightly more urban amenities.
In terms of accessibility, Betondorp does reasonably well. The neighbourhood is located in Amsterdam-Oost, within cycling distance of the city centre. Tram and bus connections link to the wider Amsterdam network, and Amsterdam Muiderpoort station is about a ten-minute bike ride away. The accessibility score from residents is 7.3. By car, the A10 is relatively quick to reach. Living in Betondorp does mean you consciously choose peace and small-scale living, and are willing to leave the neighbourhood for some daily necessities. If you are looking for a livelier environment, you could also consider neighbourhoods such as the Haarlemmerbuurt or the Jordaan, where amenities are within walking distance. For a complete picture of Amsterdam as a residential municipality, including comparative neighbourhood data, see the municipal page.
Who is a home for sale in Betondorp suitable for?
Buying in Betondorp is mainly interesting for people who consciously choose peace, low-rise buildings and a neighbourhood feel, and are willing to pay a higher price per square metre for it. Families with young children should take into account the lack of a primary school in the neighbourhood itself. The limited sales volume, only 14 sales in a year, means there is little supply and quick action is needed. Do not forget additional costs: transfer tax (2% for owner-occupiers), notary fees and possible estate agent fees. Is buying not feasible now or do you want to get to know the neighbourhood first? Then check out the rental homes in Betondorp as an alternative.
Finding available homes for sale in Betondorp
Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see a home but also understand what surrounds it. View the current availability and asking prices at the top of this page. Want to compare? Also look at Grachtengordel-West or homes for sale in Amsterdam broadly. More neighbourhood info and all resident reviews can be found on the Betondorp neighbourhood page. For municipal information about living in Amsterdam, we refer to amsterdam.nl.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Betondorp?
Based on the 14 sales in the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Betondorp was €653,929. The range ran from €300,000 to €2,950,000, although the higher extremes are exceptions. The average home has an area of 62 m², which makes the price per square metre significant compared to the WOZ value of €453,000.
What types of homes can you buy in Betondorp?
Betondorp consists almost entirely of low-rise buildings: small single-family homes and terraced houses from the 1920s, built as an experimental concrete construction project. Buying an apartment in Betondorp is rarely possible, as the supply consists almost exclusively of ground-based homes. The sales volume is small, with only 18% of the housing stock being owner-occupied.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Betondorp?
In addition to the purchase price, as an owner-occupier you pay 2% transfer tax on the purchase price. Added to this are notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly estate agent fees. With an average purchase price of over €650,000, these additional costs quickly add up to €15,000 to €20,000 or more.
How accessible is Betondorp?
Betondorp is located in Amsterdam-Oost and is well connected to the city centre by bicycle. Amsterdam Muiderpoort station is about a ten-minute bike ride away. Tram and bus connections link up with the wider Amsterdam network, and the A10 is relatively quickly accessible by car. Residents rate accessibility at 7.3 out of 10.
Are there schools and shops in Betondorp?
Facilities in Betondorp are limited. There is no supermarket in the neighbourhood and no primary school either, something residents mention as a drawback and which is reflected in the low school score of 4.8 in resident reviews. What is there: bakery De Lekkernij, the active community centre Brinkhuis and childcare. For daily groceries and schools, you have to rely on surrounding neighbourhoods.
Quite good. When the children went to school, there was more involvement. People want to live larger when children come. So before you get to know a new resident, they've already left. Then you really miss the togetherness. But you can always turn to someone if you need someone. By placing fences between the gardens and more lighting, they try to offer more safety. Everyone is warned if something unusual happens. For all advice if you are alone, never just open the door. Call someone who can be with you quickly is always the advice.
Auto-translated to English by AIBetondorp is a village in the city of Amsterdam. At least, that's how it feels. Social but also built in a very urban way on the edge of the city. Lots of greenery and children can play outside. Various childcare options for young children. There are only few shops for daily groceries. There is a good bakery, de lekkernij, where you can also eat a sandwich or take one away. Only on Thursday mornings there is a cheese seller. There is also a café-restaurant, De Avonden, where various meals can be eaten. Or just have a drink. There is a community centre, Brinkhuis, where various activities are organised. For both young and old. But the lack of shops is a drawback. You really have to go out to do your shopping. Betondorp celebrated its 100th anniversary last year. In the past there were many shops, which have all disappeared one by one. About 40 shops, I think. There were also many more children attending school at Zuivelplein. This school now has other functions, including studios, childcare and an Islamic organisation. It would be nice if some small specialist shops would come to Betondorp. Like a mini-supermarket and a greengrocer. A place to quietly enjoy a cup of coffee with something sweet. But otherwise I am a happy resident of Betondorp. I love this green little village. I hope to live here for a long time with great pleasure.
Auto-translated to English by AIBetondorp is a nice green neighbourhood. With many low-rise buildings. People know each other and there is a village atmosphere. There is a lot of greenery in the neighbourhood and there are plans for more. Unfortunately no supermarket or grocer. But there is a very good bakery (de Lekkernij) that opens early. There is also a cosy (eatery) Cafe de Avonden. With heated terrace. In it, the Brinkhuis, a community centre where many things are organised for the neighbourhood. For example, you can enjoy a hot meal twice a week for a small fee. There are also many creative clubs in the Brinkhuis. It is nice to live in Betondorp, only a pity that there is no shop for daily groceries. There is childcare for the very young. For older children there is no school in Betondorp. Finally, for me the ideal neighbourhood, spacious, green and low-rise.
Auto-translated to English by AIUnfortunately no supermarket, but a lovely bakery where you can also sit with a terrace in summer. Community centre on the Brink, the Brinkhuis, former library, which is very active and connecting for young and old. There is a living room project by the Salvation Army where you can have coffee and a chat. It's not yet open all day. There is a lot of greenery in the neighbourhood and also many gardens, which emphasises the village character. There is a good public transport connection. Various buses and tram 19. There are several childcare options. Betondorp has a neighbourhood concierge for cultural matters, located at Onderlangs 36. They organise exhibitions and other cultural events within Betondorp that are well worth seeing. Onderlangs is the green strip around Betondorp with playground equipment and (picnic) benches. It's just a shame that rubbish is often put out too early. Disfiguring for such a beautiful place. Last year this neighbourhood celebrated its hundredth anniversary, and it was celebrated extensively. The architecture is still striking. Definitely worth a look. I have been a resident of this village for two years and every day I count myself lucky to have a house here. In a village 15 minutes from the centre of Amsterdam. Ideal.
Auto-translated to English by AIPleasant, I live nicely. Unfortunately only one bakery in the village. While it used to be bustling with shops. Now you have to leave the village for your groceries. That's not for everyone. Many elderly population. More shops, more frequent or better rubbish collection service. Enforcement. Many children playing until late in the evening.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here for 50 years. Of a nice neighbourhood where people knew each other, nothing is what it seems. Activities are organised quite a bit. But I miss the togetherness and care in the neighbourhood. Only a baker left, nothing more. No school anymore. Village is becoming polluted. Not only the people, but also institutions do little to nothing about it. Renovated 40 years ago, little done since. Such a shame. This is how a neighbourhood deteriorates. We have lighting everywhere, also gates for which only residents have keys. Plenty of tips via the community centre.
Auto-translated to English by AII've been living here for a year and am very satisfied. A village character but in the big city. The best of both worlds. Lots of leisure clubs. People here are involved in their surroundings and there is a lot of greenery. Both public and (front) gardens. Residents are satisfied and not without reason. There could be a few more shops, but the ones that are here are top-notch. A very nice bakery, good hairdresser and pedicure. And the Avonden (eet) café has delicious dishes and is super cosy. The Brinkhuis, the community centre, is very active with many daily activities for young and old. I hear around me that people don't move away quickly and that is very understandable.
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