Homes for sale in Europa, Purmerend

House prices and market figures in Europa, Purmerend

The Europa neighbourhood is part of the Weidevenne district in Purmerend and has a housing stock of around 2,466 homes. Of these, 54% are owner-occupied and 46% are rental properties, including a significant share of social housing (33%). The average WOZ value is €423,000, slightly below the district average of €435,000 but well above the municipal average of €383,000 for the whole of Purmerend. In the past twelve months, 46 homes were sold at an average purchase price of €544,929. The range ran from €300,000 to €899,000, showing that both starter homes and larger family homes changed hands. With an average living area of 122 m², the price per square metre comes to around €4,467. The supply consists mainly of single-family homes, often terraced and semi-detached houses, supplemented by apartments. At the top of this page you will find the current housing supply with the latest asking prices and selling times.

Living in Europa, Purmerend: a young neighbourhood with a quiet character

Europa is one of the newer neighbourhoods of Purmerend, built from the early 2000s as part of the large Weidevenne expansion south of the city. This is reflected in the architecture: sleek facades, plenty of variety in housing types and relatively spacious plots by Purmerend standards. The streets are named after European cities and countries, giving the neighbourhood a recognisable theme. The atmosphere is quiet, almost suburban. Many young families and dual-income couples have found their first or second home here, and you can tell from the well-visited playgrounds and the prams on the pavement.

In terms of amenities, Europa is not the most extensive. Weidevenne shopping centre on Waterlandlaan is the nearest place for daily groceries, with an Albert Heijn and various specialist shops among others. For a wider range of shops, you can drive or cycle to the centre of Purmerend in ten minutes. Primary schools such as De Wheermolen and OBS De Kraal are within cycling distance in neighbouring areas. De Baanbreker sports park and the Purmerbos offer opportunities for running, football and other outdoor activities, although the neighbourhood scores notably low on green space (5 out of 10) according to residents. This is probably because the public green space in the immediate vicinity is quite limited compared to, for example, the nearby Hazepolder, which is closer to the countryside.

Accessibility is a strong point. Purmerend station is about a ten-minute cycle away, with direct sprinter connections to Amsterdam Central in around 25 minutes. The A7 towards Amsterdam and Hoorn is quickly reachable via the Nelson Mandelabrug. Several bus routes stop along Weidevenne, allowing you to get around Purmerend easily. Resident Bomboclat sums it up succinctly: "Nice people but boring." That honesty fits Europa: it is not a bustling city neighbourhood, but a place where you live quietly, greet your neighbours and lock the door at night without worries. Safety scores a 10 out of 10.

Compared to sister neighbourhoods such as Azië and Amerika, Europa is similar in price level and housing types. Afrika sometimes offers slightly more affordable options. If you prefer a neighbourhood with more history and vibrancy, you can look at Centrum or Wheermolen. On the neighbourhood page of Europa you can read more reviews and find all neighbourhood data together.

Does a home for sale in Europa suit you?

With an average purchase price of almost €545,000, buying a home in Europa is not necessarily a starter option, unless you have a solid income as a dual-income household. The average disposable income in the neighbourhood is €41,700, above the Purmerend average. Movers and young families looking for space without paying Amsterdam prices feel at home here. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years old, and that is no coincidence. Seniors also find suitable homes here, with ground-floor apartments in the supply. Keep in mind that you may need to overbid on popular homes. Looking for a cheaper alternative? Also check the supply of rental homes in Europa. More information about the municipality can be found on the Purmerend website.

What residents say about Europa

Europa scores an 8.9 out of 10 based on resident experiences. Notably high scores are for safety, accessibility, sense of community, housing, beauty and education, all a 10. The lowest scores go to green space (5.0) and amenities (6.0). Resident Bomboclat sums it up succinctly: "Nice people but boring." That says something about the social atmosphere: friendly but not bustling. Want to see all reviews and subscores? Go to the neighbourhood page of Europa for the complete overview.

Compare homes for sale around Europa and Weidevenne

On Buurtje.nl, you combine current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data. This way you not only discover what is for sale, but also whether the neighbourhood really suits you. Compare Europa with the broader supply of homes for sale in Weidevenne or see what is available in the whole of Purmerend. Neighbourhoods such as Gors and Overwhere are also worth comparing if you are flexible on location.