Homes for sale in Buitenhof, Lelystad

House prices and market figures for Buitenhof, Lelystad

Buitenhof is one of the most expensive neighbourhoods in Lelystad. With an average WOZ value of €598,000, the neighbourhood far exceeds the municipal average of €326,000, and the difference is also significant compared to the neighbouring Atolwijk (WOZ €300,000). This is also reflected in transaction prices: over the past twelve months, fourteen homes changed hands for an average of €847,143. The range ran from €648,000 to €1,100,000, with an average living area of 179 m². That works out at a price of approximately €4,730 per square metre. Almost the entire housing stock (98%) consists of owner-occupied homes; rental properties are hardly found here. The properties are predominantly spacious single-family homes and detached houses, consistent with the higher WOZ values. Supply is limited: only a handful of homes are sold each year, meaning you need to act quickly when something becomes available. See the current overview at the top of this page for the latest asking prices and selling times.

Living in Buitenhof, Lelystad

Buitenhof is a quiet, largely secluded neighbourhood on the edge of Lelystad with a distinct character of its own. The homes are spacious, the streets are wide, and there is plenty of greenery in the immediate vicinity. It is not a neighbourhood you drive through by chance; people come here specifically to live. The average resident is between 45 and 65 years old, has or has had a family, works (the labour participation rate is 75%) and has an above-average income of €50,300. This gives the neighbourhood a stable, mature character.

The homes mostly date from the 1980s and 1990s, a period when Lelystad expanded significantly with larger plots and more architectural variation than in the denser districts closer to the centre. Detached and semi-detached homes are the norm here. This makes living in Buitenhof fundamentally different from living in, for example, De Veste or Atol, where the buildings are more compact.

Residents appreciate the peace and space. A recent resident writes: "Activities are regularly organised, it is a quiet neighbourhood with many working people. We have been living here for over six months now and have hardly experienced any nuisance of any kind." That picture matches the resident scores for safety (7.5) and cleanliness (7.0). Residents are less positive about accessibility (5.0) and education (3.0). Another resident indicates they want to move due to poor electricity supply, a point that stands out in a neighbourhood with otherwise high house prices. See all reviews on the Buitenhof neighbourhood page.

In terms of amenities, Buitenhof is not self-sufficient. For daily groceries, schools and shops, you rely on other parts of Lelystad. The nearest shopping centre is Lelycentre in the city centre, a few minutes' drive away. Primary education is available in the surrounding districts; the low education sub-score (3.0) suggests residents feel the provision in the immediate vicinity is limited. For sports clubs and recreation, you can use facilities spread across Atolwijk and other districts. The municipality provides more information about local amenities via the website of the municipality of Lelystad.

Accessibility by car is reasonable: via the N302 and N307 you quickly reach the motorway towards Amsterdam or Almere. Lelystad has its own train station, but the travel time to Amsterdam Central is easily fifty minutes. Within the neighbourhood and to the centre, cycling is comfortable, although bus connections from Buitenhof itself are limited, which explains the low accessibility score (5.0). If you commute daily, it is wise to take this into account. Neighbourhoods like Bongerd Buitenplaats or districts like Zuiderzeewijk are closer to the station and the city centre.

Who is a home in Buitenhof interesting for?

Buitenhof mainly attracts movers and established families who are looking for space and peace and are willing to pay a hefty price for it. With an average selling price of over €847,000, this is not a neighbourhood for first-time buyers or buyers with a limited budget. The limited supply requires patience and preparation: when a home becomes available, quick action is necessary. Be aware of the reported electricity issues and ask about the state of the utility connection during viewings. If you find the neighbourhood attractive but have a smaller budget, you can look at Hofstede Plantage Wijngaard or Boswijk. Renting in the neighbourhood is hardly an option, but for an overview see rental properties in Buitenhof.

What residents say about Buitenhof

Buitenhof scores an average of 6.3 based on two resident reviews. The highest sub-scores go to housing (8.0) and safety (7.5), the lowest to education (3.0) and community spirit (4.5). One resident describes it as "a quiet neighbourhood with many working people" without any notable nuisance, while another resident indicates they want to leave due to a poor electricity supply. It is a small but honest picture of a neighbourhood that looks attractive on paper but where practical matters deserve attention. Read all reviews and neighbourhood data on the Buitenhof overview page.

Compare homes for sale in and around Buitenhof

Buurtje.nl bundles the supply from more than 1,500 sources and combines it with resident reviews and district data, so you not only search for a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. Compare Buitenhof with other neighbourhoods in Atolwijk via the overview of homes for sale in Atolwijk, or look at neighbourhoods like De Schans and Damrif Kustrif Gors Zandbank. For a broader picture of the Lelystad owner-occupied market, the overview of homes for sale in Lelystad provides a good starting point.