Homes for sale in Ganzenhoef en omgeving, Amsterdam
Looking for a home for sale in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area? Check the current listings, average asking prices and selling times at the top of this page.
House prices in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area: well below the Amsterdam average
Ganzenhoef and surrounding area is predominantly a rental district: 72% of the housing stock consists of rental properties, the majority of which are owned by housing associations. Only 28% of the approximately 3,091 homes are owner-occupied. This makes supply limited, but prices are clearly lower than elsewhere in Amsterdam. The average WOZ value here is €369,000, while the Amsterdam average is €517,000. In the past twelve months, 33 homes were sold, with an average sale price of €450,667 and a range from €350,000 to €698,000. The average living area was 100 m². These are mainly flat apartments and gallery flats, fitting the post-war urban design of the Bijlmermeer. For current asking prices and selling times, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area: affordable, practical and with its own character
Ganzenhoef and surrounding area is part of Amsterdam Zuidoost, a district that long struggled with a negative image but has increasingly attracted buyers who cannot get a foothold elsewhere in the city in recent years. The neighbourhood has a distinct atmosphere: multicultural, direct, and with a strong local community. Residents on Buurtje.nl give the neighbourhood a 6.5 out of 10. One of them describes it as a cosy neighbourhood but also adds a caveat: there is too much litter on the streets and more attention could be paid to greenery and nature. That honesty says something about the neighbourhood: it is not a polished inner-city area, but a place with character and room for improvement. Accessibility scores highest with an 8.0, and that is accurate. Ganzenhoef metro station on lines 53 and 54 takes you to Amsterdam Central in fifteen minutes. The A9 and A2 are quickly reachable for drivers. Shops and amenities score a 7.5: the Amsterdamse Poort shopping centre, within cycling distance, offers a wide range of supermarkets including Albert Heijn and Lidl, supplemented by various specialist shops. For daily groceries, you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood.
The district consists of several neighbourhoods, each with its own character. The E-buurt and G-buurt-Noord are part of the same area and have similar housing types, while G-buurt-West is slightly quieter in character. In terms of greenery, there are several parks in the immediate vicinity, including Gaasperpark and Nelson Mandelapark, both within cycling distance. For sports, there are various facilities in the district, including De Mirandabad swimming pool and athletics clubs. Primary schools are available in the neighbourhood itself, and the range of secondary schools in Amsterdam Zuidoost is reasonable. Residents rate education at 6.5. On the district main page of Ganzenhoef and surrounding area you will find all resident figures, sub-scores and reviews in one place.
Safety scores a 6.0 and sense of community a 5.5, indicating that social cohesion can still grow further. The municipality of Amsterdam is actively working on improving liveability in Zuidoost; more information about municipal plans and initiatives can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam. Those considering living in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area would do well to visit the neighbourhood at different times to get a fair picture.
For which buyers is Ganzenhoef and surrounding area a realistic option?
Buying a home in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area is particularly interesting for first-time buyers and middle-income buyers who want to live in Amsterdam without paying the prices of the Grachtengordel or the Jordaan. With an average sale price of €450,667 and a lower limit around €350,000, there are options that are hardly available elsewhere in the city. Do keep in mind additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-first-time buyers above the NHG limit) and notary fees. Supply is limited, so acting quickly pays off. If buying is not feasible now, check out the rental properties in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area as an intermediate solution.
Searching for owner-occupied homes in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also how the neighbourhood scores on safety, accessibility and amenities. Compare Ganzenhoef and surrounding area with other Amsterdam neighbourhoods such as the Haarlemmerbuurt, the Jordaan or Grachtengordel-West, or view the broad range of owner-occupied homes in Amsterdam for a complete overview.
Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area?
In the past twelve months, 33 homes were sold in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area, with an average purchase price of €450,667. The range ran from €350,000 to €698,000, with an average living area of 100 m². This is well below the Amsterdam average, making the neighbourhood attractive for buyers with a more limited budget.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area?
The average WOZ value in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area is €369,000. For comparison, the average for the municipality of Amsterdam as a whole is €517,000. The WOZ value is lower than the average selling price, which is common in a market where homes are sold above the WOZ value.
What types of homes can I buy in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area?
The owner-occupied housing supply in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area mainly consists of flat apartments and gallery flats, fitting the post-war Bijlmermeer architecture. Single-family homes or detached houses are rare. Buying an apartment in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area is therefore the most common option for buyers in this area.
How accessible is Ganzenhoef and surrounding area by public transport?
Accessibility is one of the neighbourhood's strongest points: residents rate it 8.0 out of 10. Ganzenhoef metro station on lines 53 and 54 connects the neighbourhood quickly to Amsterdam Central, in about fifteen minutes. For motorists, the A9 and A2 are easily reachable, making the neighbourhood also attractive for people who regularly work outside the city.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area?
When buying a home in Ganzenhoef and surrounding area, standard additional costs apply. Think of transfer tax (2% of the purchase price for non-starters, 0% for starters under the exemption limit), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possible estate agent fees. With an average purchase price of €450,667, these costs can quickly add up to €15,000 to €20,000 on top of the purchase price.
Cosy neighbourhood. Only too much rubbish on the street, please more care for nature
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's super nice and nice and quiet, the only thing is that more rubbish bins need to be bought, but other than that everything is neat and tidy.
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