Homes for sale in Bosleeuw, Amsterdam

House prices and market figures in Bosleeuw, Amsterdam

Bosleeuw is a neighbourhood where buying is not yet a given: only 28% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, compared to 72% rental. More than half of all homes are owned by housing associations. This makes the supply for buyers relatively limited, and when something becomes available, it often goes quickly. The average purchase price over the past year was €459,045, with a range from €285,000 to €1,085,000. With an average floor area of 57 m², that works out to around €8,054 per square metre. The WOZ value in Bosleeuw is €421,000, which is lower than the average for the district Landlust (€453,000) and well below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. This difference makes Bosleeuw an interesting alternative for many buyers compared to more expensive neighbourhoods. The supply consists mainly of apartments in porch blocks and gallery flats, predominantly from the 1930s and 1950s. At the top of this page you will find the current listings with the latest asking prices and selling times.

Living in Bosleeuw, Amsterdam

Bosleeuw is nestled between the Bos en Lommerweg, the Erasmusgracht and the Erasmuspark. It is a typical Amsterdam working-class neighbourhood that has been changing significantly over the last ten to fifteen years. The original population of older Amsterdammers and residents with a migration background is being supplemented by young professionals and couples buying their first home here. You notice this mix on the street: Turkish bakeries next to specialty coffee, a Surinamese toko next to a yoga studio.

The homes are largely pre-war porch flats, built in the Amsterdam School style. Think three- and four-room flats with relatively small rooms, high ceilings on the first floor and often a shared garden or courtyard. Along the Bos en Lommerweg there are also some larger residential blocks from the reconstruction period. Detached houses are rare; those looking for space need to combine cleverly or find an upstairs home with extension possibilities.

In terms of amenities, you are well catered for. On the Bos en Lommerweg you will find an Albert Heijn, Lidl, various small supermarkets and a mix of eateries. The Erasmuspark is within walking distance and offers space for sports, walking the dog or just sitting on a bench. For primary education, there are the Bos en Lommer Scholengroep and the Corantijnschool, among others. Sportpark Ookmeer is a bike ride away, and for a larger shopping area you can cycle to the Mercatorplein or the Kinkerstraat in ten minutes.

Accessibility is a strong point. Bos en Lommer metro station (line 50, Ring line) takes you to Amsterdam Central in fifteen minutes. Tram line 7 and bus line 21 stop along the Bos en Lommerweg. By car, you can quickly reach the A10 West via the S104. By bike, you are in the city centre in fifteen minutes.

Residents appreciate the central location and good public transport connections, but are more critical of the busyness and lack of parking spaces. "The neighbourhood has changed enormously in recent years, become much more pleasant, but parking is really a nightmare," writes a resident on the Bosleeuw page where you can find all reviews and neighbourhood scores. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years (almost 2,220 residents), which explains why the neighbourhood has a young and dynamic character. Of the households, 26% are married and single-person households form the largest group (1,540).

Compared to neighbouring areas such as Landlust-Noord and Erasmusparkbuurt-Oost, Bosleeuw is slightly cheaper in terms of purchase prices, but also more compact in terms of living space. The Gibraltarbuurt offers similar housing types but is located a bit further from the Erasmuspark.

Is a home for sale in Bosleeuw right for you?

Bosleeuw is particularly interesting for first-time buyers and young dual-income couples who want to buy an apartment in Amsterdam without paying top dollar. With an average income of €34,600 in the neighbourhood and purchase prices below the Amsterdam average, this is one of the places where a first home can still be affordable. Families with young children will find schools and a park here, but must take into account the limited living space. Be prepared for overbidding: supply is scarce and demand is high. If you have a bit more flexibility, also check out rental properties in Bosleeuw as an intermediate solution, or look more broadly at homes for sale in Landlust.

What residents say about Bosleeuw

On the neighbourhood page of Bosleeuw, residents share their experiences through reviews and scores. Accessibility and the level of amenities generally score well, while parking and noise pollution are more often mentioned as downsides. "Nice neighbourhood to live in, nice and close to the park and the metro. Only in the evenings it can be a bit noisy on the Bos en Lommerweg," says a resident. View all ratings and partial scores on the neighbourhood page.

Compare homes for sale around Bosleeuw and Amsterdam-West

On Buurtje.nl you combine property listings from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data, so you not only choose a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. Compare Bosleeuw with nearby neighbourhoods such as Landlust-Zuid or popular Amsterdam districts like the Jordaan and Haarlemmerbuurt. Want the full picture? Then view the overview of homes for sale in Amsterdam or read more about the municipality on the Amsterdam page. More information about the neighbourhood and municipal policy can also be found at amsterdam.nl.