Homes for sale in Havenkwartier IJburg, Amsterdam
View the current supply of homes for sale in Havenkwartier IJburg and discover what this water-rich new-build neighbourhood has to offer for buyers.
House prices and market figures for Havenkwartier IJburg, Amsterdam
Havenkwartier IJburg is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: only 23% of the 822 homes are owner-occupied, compared to 77% rented. This makes the supply of owner-occupied homes in Havenkwartier IJburg limited, but not uninteresting. In the past twelve months, 20 homes were sold here, with an average purchase price of €521,250. Prices ranged from €450,000 to €775,000, with an average living area of 86 m². This works out at a price of approximately €6,060 per square metre. The WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €477,000, which is lower than the Amsterdam average of €517,000 and significantly lower than the district average of IJburg-Zuid (€648,000). That difference is explainable: Havenkwartier has a relatively high proportion of social housing and a different housing profile compared to the more sought-after owner-occupied neighbourhoods elsewhere on the island. The supply consists almost exclusively of apartments in new-build complexes along the harbour quays. For current asking prices and availability, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Havenkwartier IJburg, Amsterdam
Havenkwartier is the most urban and at the same time the rawest part of IJburg. While the rest of the island consists of neat terraced houses and quiet residential streets, this quarter has something of a harbour front that is not yet fully finished. The buildings are large-scale and largely date from the 2000s and 2010s: tall residential blocks with spacious apartments, directly on the water or bordering the inner harbours. The architecture is distinctive, sometimes raw, and appeals to a specific type of resident.
The neighbourhood has over 2,100 residents, with a clear concentration in the 25 to 45 age group. Single-person households form the largest category (530 of the approximately 1,000 households), which characterises the neighbourhood: young, working, often without children. The average income of €36,100 is noticeably below the Amsterdam average of €44,276, but the education level is high: 51% are highly educated. That is the combination you often see in neighbourhoods with a lot of social housing alongside a growing owner-occupied sector.
In terms of amenities, Havenkwartier is not self-sufficient, but it is within cycling distance of the IJburg shopping centre on Bert Haanstrakade, where you can find an Albert Heijn, a pharmacy and various smaller shops. For more extensive shopping, Amsterdam city centre is easily accessible. Schools are available on IJburg, including primary schools such as De Springplank and De Achtsprong, although as a parent in Havenkwartier you are slightly further from most school buildings than in neighbourhoods like Rieteiland-Oost or Theo van Goghparkbuurt. Diemerpark, directly adjacent to IJburg, offers space for running, cycling and a breath of fresh air along the IJmeer.
Accessibility is one of the island's strongest assets. Tram line 26 runs directly to Amsterdam Central Station in about 20 minutes and also stops at Bijlmer ArenA station for fast connections to Utrecht and Schiphol. By car, you can quickly reach the A10 and A1 via the Gooiseweg. Cycling to the city centre takes 30 to 40 minutes along the water, a route many residents take daily.
Residents appreciate the space, the water and the modern homes, but are honest about what is missing. On the neighbourhood page of Havenkwartier IJburg, a resident writes: "You feel like you live outside the city here, but you are actually right in the middle of it. It is a shame there is little hospitality in the quarter itself." That is a recurring sentiment: the neighbourhood is pleasant to live in, but lacks vibrancy at street level.
Who is a home for sale in Havenkwartier IJburg interesting for?
Buying in Havenkwartier IJburg is most attractive for young professionals and couples without children who are looking for space, water and a modern apartment at a price slightly below the Amsterdam average. The limited supply of owner-occupied homes (23% of the stock) means there is little choice and homes sell quickly. Overbidding is realistic in this segment. Those who want more choice can also look at the owner-occupied supply in IJburg-Zuid as a whole, or at alternatives such as Haarlemmerbuurt or Jordaan for a more urban streetscape. Those who are unsure between buying and renting will find a wider range on the page rental homes in Havenkwartier IJburg, given the 77% rental stock in the neighbourhood.
What residents say about Havenkwartier
Residents generally give Havenkwartier a positive rating, with the highest scores for living comfort and the location on the water. Criticisms focus on the lack of neighbourhood amenities and the sometimes windy, impersonal public space between the large residential blocks. One resident describes it aptly: "It is a neighbourhood you have to get to know. At first glance it seems cold, but once you live there you realise how nice it is to live so close to the water." Read all reviews and see the sub-scores on the overview page of Havenkwartier IJburg.
Compare homes for sale around Havenkwartier IJburg
Buurtje.nl combines housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only search for a home but can also assess whether the neighbourhood suits you. Compare Havenkwartier with other neighbourhoods on IJburg such as Rieteiland-Oost, or view the supply in all of Amsterdam. For those who want to look further in the city, Grachtengordel-West and Burgwallen-Nieuwe Zijde are also interesting points of comparison. More information about living on IJburg can also be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Havenkwartier IJburg?
In the past twelve months, 20 homes were sold in Havenkwartier IJburg, with an average purchase price of €521,250. Prices ranged from €450,000 to €775,000. The average living area was 86 m², resulting in a price of approximately €6,060 per square metre. The supply consists almost entirely of apartments in new-build complexes.
What is the WOZ value in Havenkwartier IJburg?
The average WOZ value in Havenkwartier IJburg is €477,000. This is below the Amsterdam average of €517,000 and significantly below the district average of IJburg-Zuid as a whole (€648,000). The relatively low WOZ level is related to the large shares of social housing and rental homes from other landlords in the neighbourhood.
What is it like to live in Havenkwartier IJburg?
Living in Havenkwartier IJburg means large-scale new-build by the water, a young and highly educated population, and a quiet but sometimes somewhat impersonal living environment. The neighbourhood has few restaurants or shops at street level, but offers space, modern apartments, and a direct tram connection to the city centre. Residents appreciate the waterfront but sometimes miss vibrancy in the neighbourhood itself.
Is Havenkwartier IJburg suitable for starters or families?
The neighbourhood is most suitable for young professionals and couples without children, given the dominance of single-person households and the age group 25 to 45. Families with children also live there, but facilities such as schools and play areas are more concentrated in other parts of IJburg. The average purchase price of over €521,000 makes it a challenging market for starters, especially with the limited supply of owner-occupied homes.
How accessible is Havenkwartier IJburg?
Tram line 26 connects IJburg directly to Amsterdam Central Station in about 20 minutes and also runs past Bijlmer ArenA station for train connections to Utrecht and Schiphol. By car, the A10 and A1 are accessible via the Gooiseweg. Cycling to the centre of Amsterdam takes 30 to 40 minutes along a water-rich route. Parking in the neighbourhood is largely arranged via parking garages under the residential blocks.
What type of homes are for sale in Havenkwartier IJburg?
The supply of owner-occupied homes in Havenkwartier IJburg consists almost exclusively of apartments in new-build complexes, built in the 2000s and 2010s. The homes are generally spacious, with an average area of 86 m². Single-family homes or detached houses are hardly found here. Only 23% of the total housing stock is owner-occupied, making supply limited and competition among buyers high.
Is there enough green space and outdoor space in Havenkwartier IJburg?
Directly adjacent to Havenkwartier lies Diemerpark, a large recreational area along the IJmeer with walking and cycling paths. Water is present everywhere in the neighbourhood, providing an open and airy feel. However, the public space between the residential blocks in the quarter itself is functional in design and sometimes lacks greenery or play space at the neighbourhood level. For buying an apartment in Havenkwartier IJburg with outdoor space, a balcony or roof terrace is almost a requirement.
IJburg is a new district still under development and it's getting better with all the amenities and a beach nearby. And you're also quickly out of the city and into the greenery.
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