Homes for sale in Boswijk, Lelystad
View the current supply of homes for sale in Boswijk, Lelystad. Compare prices, read resident reviews and discover if this green neighbourhood suits you.
What does a home in Boswijk cost?
Boswijk is a neighbourhood where two-thirds of homes are owner-occupied (67%), making it an interesting area for those looking to buy a home in Lelystad. The average WOZ value is €293,000, which is notably lower than the municipal average of €326,000 in Lelystad. However, actual transaction prices are significantly higher: in the past twelve months, 7 homes were sold for an average of €475,000, with a range of €385,000 to €715,000. The average living area of 147 m² indicates that mainly larger family homes and detached houses changed hands. For a current overview of available properties and asking prices, see the summary at the top of this page.
Living in Boswijk: plenty of green, but also sharp contrasts
Boswijk has around 10,790 residents and consists of several sub-neighbourhoods, each with its own character. Residents give the neighbourhood a 6.4 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl, based on 6 reviews. What immediately stands out: the score for green space is the highest at 7.7. That's no surprise when you walk around. The Zoom sub-neighbourhood in particular is praised for its proximity to woodland and spacious layout. Resident H. Timmerman writes: "De Zoom is a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in. Large houses, lots of green, forest nearby, social and almost village-like atmosphere." At the same time, the same resident notes a significant drawback: supermarkets, shops and the centre are far away, and bus connections are "downright poor".
That honest caveat appears in several reviews. The scores for cleanliness (5.3) and community (5.8) are on the low side. Several residents report nuisance in parts of the neighbourhood, particularly in Wold, where the mix of owner-occupied and social housing leads to noise pollution, drug-related nuisance and "young people racing around in expensive cars at the strangest times", according to reviewer Raimundo. That is a fair point to consider as a buyer. Read all experiences and sub-scores on the Boswijk neighbourhood page, where residents share their opinions on safety, amenities and more.
In terms of amenities, Boswijk has primary schools such as De Optimist and De Vuurtoren, and there is a health centre in the neighbourhood centre. For daily groceries, you rely on supermarkets on the edge of the neighbourhood or in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Waterwijk-Landerijen. Sports enthusiasts will find tennis courts and football pitches at SV Lelystad nearby. Accessibility by car is reasonable: via the Knardijk and N302 you are quickly on the A6 towards Almere (about 30 minutes) or Zwolle. Lelystad Centrum station is about 10 minutes by car, but by bus it is a different story. Bus routes (including line 148) run infrequently, especially in the evenings. This explains the accessibility score of 6.7. The municipality of Lelystad has plans for improvements in public transport, but for now a car in Boswijk is not a luxury but a necessity.
Is Boswijk right for you as a buyer?
With an average purchase price of €475,000 and homes averaging 147 m², Boswijk is mainly aimed at movers and families looking for space. The largest household group consists of families with children (1,805 households), and the 25-45 age group is the most strongly represented. For first-time buyers, the entry price of around €385,000 may be achievable, but keep in mind additional costs such as transfer tax (2%), notary and valuation fees. Is buying in Boswijk just out of reach? Then also consider rental homes in Boswijk as an alternative, or look at more affordable options in, for example, Atolwijk or Zuiderzeewijk. Be honest with yourself about the drawbacks: limited public transport and varying liveability per sub-neighbourhood.
Searching for a home in Boswijk using resident reviews and neighbourhood data
On Buurtje.nl you will find not only the current housing supply, but also resident reviews and detailed neighbourhood statistics. This allows you to compare per sub-neighbourhood how things stand with safety, green space and amenities before scheduling a viewing. Also check the supply of homes for sale in Lelystad or compare with nearby neighbourhoods such as Bolder and Kustwijk to find the best match.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Boswijk, Lelystad?
In the past 12 months, the average purchase price in Boswijk was €475,000, with a range of €385,000 to €715,000. The average living area was 147 m². The WOZ value of €293,000 is below the Lelystad average of €326,000.
What additional costs do I incur when buying a home in Boswijk?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay transfer tax (2% for homes), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, appraisal costs, and possibly advisory or brokerage fees. Expect around 4-6% in buyer's costs on top of the purchase price.
Are there apartments for sale in Boswijk?
The supply in Boswijk mainly consists of single-family homes and larger houses. Buying an apartment in Boswijk is less common, but does occur in neighbourhoods such as Archipel Beukenhof Rozengaard. Check the current listings on the page for the latest status.
How accessible is Boswijk for commuters?
By car, via the N302 and A6, you can reach Almere in about 30 minutes. Lelystad Centrum station is about a 10-minute drive away. Public transport within the neighbourhood is limited: bus lines run infrequently, especially in the evenings. A car is almost essential.
Is buying a home in Boswijk suitable for families?
Boswijk is popular with families: the largest group of households are families with children. There are primary schools in the neighbourhood, plenty of green space and play areas. However, pay attention to which part you choose, as living in Boswijk varies greatly by sub-area in terms of liveability and nuisance.
A lot of nuisance because owner-occupied and social rented homes are mixed in the neighbourhood. High unemployment, low-skilled people, subletting, noise pollution, loud music, shouting, firework nuisance, and drug nuisance from young people driving around in expensive cars at the strangest times, and dealing youngsters on fatbikes. In addition, all roads and pavements in the neighbourhood are rotten or sunken, and many houses look neglected or completely rotten on the outside.
Auto-translated to English by AIIncrease in unsafety; expensive cars are speeding and revving at the strangest times, causing noise pollution for the living environment. These are mainly young boys with a cultural background who think the whole neighbourhood belongs to them and that they can make quick money this way. Additionally, the roads, paving, and lighting are very poor. And I see an increase in my area of a group of young people who are at risk of sliding into criminality. They drive back and forth in the neighbourhoods on fatbikes that they could not possibly have obtained honestly. Also, a lot of waste and litter in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIDe Zoom is a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in. Large houses, lots of greenery, forest nearby, social and almost village-like atmosphere. Only a bit far from supermarkets, shops, the centre and the station, and downright poor bus connections.
Auto-translated to English by AIFalse promises from Centrada and the municipality. They say they'll deal with mould and an open socket, and in the meantime you get a €10 gift card from Praxis to fix it yourself, so not really solved at all. I was born here and noticed that Lelystad is slowly deteriorating. And it's no longer really for the 21+.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice, there are many children and also many playgrounds. That makes it cosy. Sometimes there is a lot of rubbish on the street.
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