Homes for sale in Columbuskwartier Zuid, Almere

House prices and market figures in Columbuskwartier Zuid, Almere

Columbuskwartier Zuid is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood: 76% of the 515 homes are owner-occupied, compared to 24% rented. The average WOZ value is €426,000, exactly equal to the district average of Columbuskwartier, but well above the Almere average of €363,000. So anyone buying a house here pays a premium compared to the rest of the municipality.

In the past twelve months, 44 homes changed hands at an average purchase price of €548,523. The range is wide: from €325,000 for a compact apartment to €1,160,000 for more spacious detached houses. With an average living area of 106 m², the price per square metre comes to around €5,175. The supply mainly consists of single-family homes, supplemented by a smaller segment of apartments. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the latest asking prices and selling times.

Living in Columbuskwartier Zuid

Columbuskwartier Zuid is located in Almere Poort, the newest district of Almere, developed from the early 2000s. The neighbourhood therefore has a modern, sleek character with predominantly homes from the period 2005-2015. Think terraced houses and semi-detached houses with flat or shed roofs, interspersed with a few blocks of apartments and a handful of detached houses. The streets are wide, with plenty of greenery in the gardens and on the corners. It is not a neighbourhood with historic charm, but one with space and light.

The name is no coincidence, referring to explorers: the streets bear names like Columbusplein and Magelleinpad. The atmosphere is quiet and family-oriented. The largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old, and with 245 households with children out of a total of around 515 homes, it is clear that young families set the tone here. In the morning, you cycle past buggies and cargo bikes towards the primary schools in the area, including De Ontdekking primary school on the edge of the neighbourhood.

You do your daily shopping at Almere Poort shopping centre on Colombuslaan, where you will find an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo, among others. For a larger range of shops, you can drive to Almere Centrum or Stadshart in ten minutes. For sports, there are facilities at De Poort sports park and the nearby Buitensportpark Almere Poort. Cascadepark, directly south of the neighbourhood, offers extensive walking and play routes along the water.

In terms of accessibility, Almere Poort station is within cycling distance (about five minutes). From there, you can reach Amsterdam Zuid in just over twenty minutes with the Flevolijn. The A6 is quickly accessible via the Tussenringweg, which also connects the neighbourhood well by car to Lelystad and Het Gooi. A point of attention: bus connections within Almere Poort are limited, so a bicycle or car is practically indispensable.

Residents of Columbuskwartier Zuid particularly appreciate the space and the child-friendly layout. "Nice, quiet neighbourhood with many young families. The houses are modern and the gardens are spacious," writes a resident in a review. There is also criticism: some residents feel that facilities such as catering and shops still lag behind the growth of the district. Compared to the northern part of Columbuskwartier, Zuid is slightly greener and quieter, while Noord is closer to the shopping centre and station. Both neighbourhoods share the same price level.

Who is a home for sale in Columbuskwartier Zuid interesting for?

With an average purchase price of over €548,000, buying a home in Columbuskwartier Zuid is not for every first-time buyer. Apartments around €325,000 do offer an entry point, but most supply is aimed at movers and families looking for space. The average income of €42,400 and a labour participation rate of 74% confirm that it is a working middle-class neighbourhood. Seniors will find few ground-floor options here, unless they specifically look for an apartment. Keep in mind that overbidding is common in this segment of Almere, especially for popular terraced houses. If you find the purchase prices too high, you can also look at rental homes in Columbuskwartier Zuid as an alternative.

What residents say about Columbuskwartier Zuid

On the neighbourhood page of Columbuskwartier Zuid, residents share their experiences through reviews and scores per category. The neighbourhood generally scores well on safety and children's facilities, while the supply of catering and culture is rated lower. "Everything is new and tidy, but sometimes it lacks a bit of soul," a resident sums it up. Check all reviews and partial scores on the neighbourhood page to get a complete picture before deciding to buy a house here.

Compare homes for sale around Columbuskwartier Zuid

Want to know if Columbuskwartier Zuid really suits you? On Buurtje.nl, you combine neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and housing supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place. Compare the supply with homes for sale in the broader Columbuskwartier or look at alternatives in other districts of Almere, such as De Hoven, De Werven or Centrum Almere Haven. More about the municipality can be found on the municipal purchase page of Almere or on the website of municipality of Almere.