Homes for sale in Botteskerkbuurt, Amsterdam
Check the current supply of homes for sale in Botteskerkbuurt and discover through neighbourhood scores and resident reviews whether this Amsterdam neighbourhood suits you.
House prices and market figures for Botteskerkbuurt, Amsterdam
The Botteskerkbuurt is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: only 21% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, while 66% is owned by housing corporations. This makes the supply of owner-occupied homes in Botteskerkbuurt relatively limited, but not uninteresting. Over the past twelve months, 34 homes changed hands, with an average purchase price of €502,647. The range ran from €350,000 to €700,000, with an average living area of 91 m². That works out to a price of around €5,500 per square metre, which is striking when you look at the WOZ value: that stands at €345,000. By comparison, in the wider district of Osdorp-Midden the average WOZ value is €381,000, and for the whole of Amsterdam it is €517,000. This makes Botteskerkbuurt one of the cheaper spots within the city, although the realised sale prices show that buyers do have to pay a considerable amount for the scarce owner-occupied homes that become available. Current asking prices and selling times can be found at the top of this page.
Living in Botteskerkbuurt, Amsterdam
The Botteskerkbuurt is located in the western part of Amsterdam, embedded in the post-war expansion district of Osdorp-Midden. The neighbourhood was largely built in the 1950s and 1960s, with a mix of porch flats, gallery flats and some ground-level terraced houses. The streetscape is functional and clear: wide streets, relatively a lot of paving, but also green strips between the residential blocks. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for its architectural features, but it is one that residents appreciate for its tranquillity. Resident Anas puts it aptly: "It is quite quiet but sometimes things do happen." That is honest: the neighbourhood scores 7.3 on safety, which is a reasonable score for Amsterdam.
In terms of amenities, Botteskerkbuurt is well equipped for daily shopping. A short bike ride away is the Osdorpplein shopping centre, with an Albert Heijn, Lidl and various specialist shops. For schoolchildren, there are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity, and the resident score for education is 7.0. For sports, there are opportunities at the nearby sports parks and fields towards the Ookmeerweg. A park directly in the neighbourhood is largely absent, which is also reflected in the green score of 5.3 and a beauty score of 5.7. If you value green space, you will experience that as a serious drawback.
Accessibility is one of the neighbourhood's strongest points, with a score of 8.0. Tram lines and bus connections take you to the centre of Amsterdam within twenty minutes. Via the Osdorpweg and the connection to the A10, you are also quickly out of the city. Cyclists reach the Vondelpark or the Jordaan in half an hour. Resident Marianne gives the neighbourhood a 6.6 and calls it a "colourful neighbourhood" with a lot of living pleasure, which sums up the diversity and informal atmosphere of the district well. The community score of 6.0 suggests that neighbours know each other but that there is no strong neighbourhood culture like you find in some other Amsterdam neighbourhoods.
Compared to neighbouring areas such as Reimerswaal and Zuidwestkwadrant-Noord, Botteskerkbuurt has a similar character: post-war, mixed and functional. If you want to know more about the character of the neighbourhood, you can find all resident reviews and neighbourhood data on the main page of Botteskerkbuurt.
Does a home for sale in Botteskerkbuurt suit you as a buyer?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts young city dwellers and families who want to live in Amsterdam but do not want to pay top prices for an apartment in the canal belt or the Jordaan. With an average income of €29,400 and a labour participation rate of 56%, this is not a neighbourhood with a high purchasing power audience, but the purchase prices show that entrants must seriously overbid. First-time buyers buying an apartment in Botteskerkbuurt would do well to enlist a buying agent, because the supply is scarce and homes sell quickly. If you prefer to rent, you can also look at the rental homes in Botteskerkbuurt, where the supply is considerably larger.
What residents say about Botteskerkbuurt
The neighbourhood receives an average rating of 6.8 based on three reviews. The highest scores go to accessibility (8.0) and housing (8.0). Green space scores the lowest with 5.3, followed by beauty (5.7). Resident Anas writes: "It is quite quiet but sometimes things do happen." That sums up the nuance well: not a problem neighbourhood, but also not a carefree idyll. Read all reviews and sub-scores on the neighbourhood page of Botteskerkbuurt.
Compare homes for sale in and around Botteskerkbuurt
Buurtje.nl bundles the supply from more than 1,500 sources and combines it with resident reviews and district data, so you not only find a home but also know what you can expect as a resident. Compare the supply in the rest of Osdorp-Midden or view all homes for sale in Amsterdam. If you are looking for a different atmosphere, you can also look in the Haarlemmerbuurt or the Jordaan. For official information about the district and municipal services, see amsterdam.nl.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Botteskerkbuurt?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Botteskerkbuurt was €502,647. Sale prices ranged from €350,000 to €700,000, with an average living area of 91 m². This works out to a price of approximately €5,500 per square metre. Keep in mind that supply is scarce: only 34 homes were sold in a year.
What is the WOZ value in Botteskerkbuurt?
The average WOZ value in Botteskerkbuurt is €345,000. This is below the average for the Osdorp-Midden district (€381,000) and significantly below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. The lower WOZ value reflects the predominantly post-war housing stock and the high proportion of social housing in the neighbourhood.
What is it like to live in Botteskerkbuurt?
Botteskerkbuurt is a quiet, mixed post-war neighbourhood in the west of Amsterdam. Residents appreciate the accessibility and relative tranquillity, although they indicate that the neighbourhood is not particularly green or attractive. The overall resident score stands at 6.8 out of 10. It is a functional neighbourhood without much frills, but with its own diverse atmosphere.
Is Botteskerkbuurt suitable for families with children?
The neighbourhood has a relatively high number of families: the 0-15 age group comprises 715 residents. Several primary schools are accessible in the area, and the education score is 7.0. A drawback for families is the limited green space directly in the neighbourhood, with a green score of only 5.3. Those looking for a garden will find that the supply of ground-floor owner-occupied homes in Botteskerkbuurt is very limited.
How is the accessibility of Botteskerkbuurt?
Accessibility is a strong point of the neighbourhood, with a resident score of 8.0. Several tram lines and bus connections link the neighbourhood to Amsterdam city centre, which you can reach in about twenty minutes. Via the Osdorpweg there is a quick connection to the A10. Cyclists take half an hour to reach the city centre.
What type of homes are for sale in Botteskerkbuurt?
The vast majority of owner-occupied homes in Botteskerkbuurt consist of apartments in porch or gallery flats, built in the 1950s and 1960s. Ground-floor terraced houses exist but are rare. With an average area of 91 m², these are homes of a reasonable size for Amsterdam. The total owner-occupancy rate in the neighbourhood is only 21%, so supply is limited.
Is Botteskerkbuurt safe?
Residents rate safety in Botteskerkbuurt at 7.3 out of 10, which is a solid score for an Amsterdam neighbourhood. Resident Anas describes it as 'quite quiet, but sometimes things do happen', indicating that the neighbourhood has no pronounced safety issues but is also not a completely carefree environment. For current safety data, you can visit amsterdam.nl.
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