Homes for sale in Elsrijk, Amstelveen

What does a home in Elsrijk cost?

Elsrijk is one of the more expensive neighbourhoods within Amstelveen, and that is reflected in the figures. The average WOZ value is €655,000, well above the municipal average of €528,000. Looking at actual transactions over the past year, the average purchase price is even higher: €824,151 for an average area of 116 m². The range is wide, from €299,500 for a compact apartment to €3,250,000 for larger detached homes. Of the more than 5,200 homes in the neighbourhood, 59% are owner-occupied and 41% are rented, of which a portion is social housing via housing associations (17%). The supply consists of a mix of single-family homes, terraced houses and apartments. For current asking prices and available homes for sale in Elsrijk, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Elsrijk: a friendly neighbourhood with short lines

Elsrijk scores an 8.2 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl, based on 39 resident reviews. What stands out is that the scores are remarkably even: safety gets an 8.3, accessibility an 8.2, and green spaces, education and housing all score well above 8. Resident Mariette sums it up succinctly: "Nice neighbourhood to live in with friendly, sociable people and all amenities nearby." That "nearby" is no exaggeration. Binnenhof shopping centre is within walking distance and offers supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo, a pharmacy, various specialist shops and eateries. More shops and restaurants can be found in the nearby Stadshart, the large shopping centre of Amstelveen.

In terms of education, there are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, including De Pinksterbloem and Het Palet. For secondary education, children can go to Amstelveen College or Hermann Wesselink College, both within cycling distance. Sports facilities are plentiful: Escapade tennis park, Hurley hockey club and De Meerkamp swimming pool are all in the immediate vicinity. Broersepark and the nearby Amsterdamse Bos offer space for walking, running or just getting some fresh air. On the neighbourhood page of Elsrijk you can read more reviews and find all neighbourhood data together.

Accessibility is one of the strong points. Amstelveen bus station is nearby, with fast connections towards Amsterdam Zuidoost and the city centre. The A9 motorway can be reached within a few minutes, which suits commuters to Schiphol or the Zuidas well. Tram 5 (Amstelveenlijn) stops at Oranjebaan stop and takes you to Amsterdam Central in about 25 minutes. Within Elsrijk you can choose from several sub-neighbourhoods, each with its own character. Elsrijk West is slightly greener and more spacious, while the Kruiskerkbuurt is closer to the centre. In the Vredeveldbuurt and Elsrijk Oost you will find a mix of post-war construction and renovated homes. On the website of the municipality of Amstelveen you can find information about ongoing neighbourhood projects and zoning plans.

Does Elsrijk suit you as a buyer?

With an average purchase price of over €824,000, buying a home in Elsrijk is mainly interesting for movers and dual-income couples. Families with children form the largest group of households (2,115), and you can tell from the amenities. Starters with a smaller budget can look at buying an apartment in Elsrijk at the lower end of the market, around €300,000, but be prepared for overbidding and additional costs such as transfer tax (2%) and notary fees. Supply is limited: 76 homes were sold in the past year. Seniors looking to downsize will find ground-floor apartments here. If you are looking for more affordable options, also check out rental homes in Elsrijk or look at the entire home-for-sale supply in Amstelveen.

Searching for a home for sale in Elsrijk using neighbourhood scores and reviews

On Buurtje.nl you combine the current housing supply with real resident experiences and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only choose a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. Feel free to compare Elsrijk with surrounding neighbourhoods such as Randwijck, the Patrimonium neighbourhood or Bankras-Kostverloren to see which neighbourhood best matches your wishes and budget.