Homes for sale in Bovenkerk, Amstelveen

House prices and market figures for Bovenkerk, Amstelveen

The owner-occupied market in Bovenkerk is relatively small but pricey. Of the 1,275 homes in the neighbourhood, 53% are owner-occupied, with the rest being rented out, a large portion of which through housing associations. The average WOZ value is €595,000, which is clearly higher than the average for the district Bovenkerk - Westwijk Noord (€514,000) and also above the municipal average for Amstelveen (€528,000). That difference is no coincidence: Bovenkerk has relatively many larger family homes with gardens in attractive locations near green spaces.

In the past twelve months, 11 homes changed hands, with an average selling price of €1,058,091. The range runs from €675,000 to €1,795,000, indicating that the supply varies widely: from a solid terraced house to a detached villa. The average sold living area was 129 m², which works out at a price of around €8,200 per square metre. That is steep, but fits the quality and location of the homes here. For current asking prices and available supply today, see the overview at the top of this page. Would you also like to compare with the broader supply? Then view all owner-occupied homes in Amstelveen.

Living in Bovenkerk, Amstelveen

Bovenkerk is an outlier in Amstelveen, and that is precisely what many residents find so pleasant about it. While the centre of Amstelveen has a modern, urban appearance, Bovenkerk feels like a village that happens to border the city. The neighbourhood has a historic core around the Bovenkerkerweg, with older buildings, a small church and a quiet atmosphere that you won't find in the Stadshart of Amstelveen. Many homes date from the 1950s to 1970s, with terraced houses, semi-detached houses and detached homes on larger plots. There are no large apartment complexes that set the tone.

The Amstelveense Poel, a large recreational area with water and walking paths, lies directly next to the neighbourhood. This attracts families and people who value being outdoors without having to drive far. In the neighbourhood itself, there are primary schools, including De Tweemaster primary school, and for daily groceries you can go to the supermarket on the Bovenkerkerweg or in the nearby shopping area. For a wider range of shops, the Stadshart of Amstelveen is within cycling distance.

In terms of accessibility, Bovenkerk is well connected to public transport via bus lines towards Amstelveen Centrum and Amsterdam. By car, you can quickly reach the A9 via the N196, which makes the connection with Amsterdam and Schiphol smooth. Cyclists have a good network towards the centre of Amstelveen and towards Amsterdam-Zuidoost.

Residents particularly appreciate the peace, space and green surroundings. One resident writes: "You really live in the green here, but you're in the centre of Amstelveen within ten minutes. You can't combine that so easily anywhere else." Critical notes sometimes concern the limited local amenities and the fact that for many things you still have to take the car or bike. View all reviews and neighbourhood data on the Bovenkerk neighbourhood page.

Compared to sister neighbourhoods in the same district, Bovenkerk has its own character. The Buitenplaatsenbuurt has a more planned post-war layout, while the Landschappenbuurt feels more compact and urban. Those specifically looking for the village character of Bovenkerk will find it less strongly elsewhere in the district. For a complete overview of the supply in the wider area, also see the owner-occupied homes in Bovenkerk - Westwijk Noord.

Who is an owner-occupied home in Bovenkerk interesting for?

Bovenkerk mainly appeals to families looking for space, peace and greenery without leaving the city entirely. The largest age group consists of 45- to 65-year-olds, and more than half of households have children. That says something about the character of the neighbourhood. First-time buyers will find it difficult: with an average selling price of over a million euros and a narrow range at the lower end, buying in Bovenkerk is not realistic for most first-time buyers. Movers-up and people who consciously choose a quieter living environment are better off here. Keep in mind that supply is limited, only a handful of homes sell per year, and that overbidding in this segment is not uncommon. If buying is not feasible now, there are also rental homes in Bovenkerk available as an alternative.

What residents say about Bovenkerk

Residents of Bovenkerk generally give the neighbourhood a positive rating. Green surroundings, peace and the proximity of the Amstelveense Poel score highly. Residents are sometimes less enthusiastic about the limited local amenities and the parking situation at busy times. One resident sums it up aptly: "It's quiet and green here, almost as if you live outside the city, but you're there quickly when you need something." View the full resident experiences, scores per category and all reviews on the Bovenkerk neighbourhood page.

Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Bovenkerk

Buurtje.nl bundles the housing supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood data that you won't find on other platforms. This way you can not only see which homes are available, but also whether the neighbourhood suits you before scheduling a viewing. In addition to Bovenkerk, you can also look at the supply in the Betsy Perkbuurt, the Theaterbuurt or other districts such as Elsrijk and Randwijck. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of Amstelveen municipality.