Homes for sale in Mijdrecht, De Ronde Venen
View the current supply of homes for sale in Mijdrecht, with neighbourhood scores and resident reviews. Find a home that suits your wishes.
What does a home cost in Mijdrecht?
Mijdrecht is a village where buyers can find relatively affordable homes within the municipality of De Ronde Venen. The average WOZ value is €402,000, well below the municipal average of €516,000. That difference says something: compared to, for example, Vinkeveen or the supply in Amstelhoek, you'll find more homes in the mid-range segment here. Over the past twelve months, 114 homes were sold at an average purchase price of €590,279, with a range from €187,500 to €2,695,000. The average living area of 188 m² shows that single-family homes and terraced houses dominate the market. Of the more than 7,000 homes in Mijdrecht, 61% are owner-occupied and 39% are rental. At the top of this page, you can see the current supply and the average asking price for the most recent situation.
Living in Mijdrecht: village character with practical considerations
Mijdrecht is the largest village in De Ronde Venen, and you can tell from the amenities. In the centre around Dorpsstraat, you'll find supermarkets (Albert Heijn, Jumbo, Lidl), a library, GPs, and various small shops. For families, there are several primary schools to choose from, including De Vuurvogel and De Rank, and with the Veenlanden College, there is also a secondary school in the village. Resident Rianne confirms this on Buurtje.nl: "There are primary schools and a secondary school. This is very convenient if you're moving here with a family." The resident rating stands at 7.7 out of 10, with notably high scores for education (8.2), green spaces (8.2), and housing (8.3).
The green character is one of its strongest points. The polders around the village, the Bos van Mijdrecht, and the Vinkeveense Plassen within cycling distance provide a rural feel. Resident Emery describes the neighbourhood as "very quiet and family-friendly" with "quite a few friendly neighbours." However, there are also clear points for attention. Several residents complain about speeding drivers, especially on the Viergang, where a 30 km/h zone applies but, according to resident Tjm, "is used as a racetrack by cars, trucks, and mopeds." The safety score of 6.8 is therefore the lowest sub-score. Additionally, residents report litter in some places and green spaces gradually disappearing due to new construction. More experiences and all sub-scores can be found on the neighbourhood page for Mijdrecht.
In terms of accessibility, Mijdrecht scores a 7.8. The village does not have its own train station, but bus line 120 (Connexxion) takes you to Breukelen station in about 25 minutes, and line 126 runs to Uithoorn and Amsterdam-Amstel. By car, via the N201, you quickly reach the A2 towards Amsterdam or Utrecht. The neighbourhoods differ: in Mijdrecht Dorp, you live centrally near all amenities, while Hofland and Molenland are quieter and greener. The rural area offers space for those who truly want to live in the countryside. On the website of the municipality of De Ronde Venen, you can find information about zoning plans and ongoing construction projects.
Does Mijdrecht suit you as a buyer?
With an average household income of €37,600 and purchase prices starting around €187,500, there are opportunities for first-time buyers, although you'll mainly end up with apartments or smaller terraced houses. Buying an apartment in Mijdrecht is often the entry point. Families form the largest group of households (2,545) and find schools, sports clubs, and play space here. Movers looking for more space often look at the larger homes in Proostdijland or Twistvlied-Wickelhof. Keep in mind additional costs: 2% transfer tax, notary and valuation costs. Overbidding also occurs here, so get good advice. Those who prefer to rent can turn to rental homes in Mijdrecht, although 30% is social housing and waiting lists are long.
Searching for a home in Mijdrecht and surroundings
On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores and real resident reviews, so you not only choose a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. Compare Mijdrecht with nearby villages such as Wilnis, De Hoef, or view the overall overview of homes for sale in De Ronde Venen to find the best match.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Mijdrecht?
The average purchase price in Mijdrecht over the past year was €590,279, with prices ranging from €187,500 to €2,695,000. The average living area is 188 m². The WOZ value is €402,000, which is lower than the municipal average of €516,000.
What additional costs do I incur when buying a home in Mijdrecht?
When buying a house in Mijdrecht, in addition to the purchase price, you also pay transfer tax (2% for homes), notary costs, valuation costs, and possibly advice and brokerage fees for your mortgage. Expect around 4-6% extra on top of the purchase price. First-time buyers under 35 are exempt from transfer tax under certain conditions.
Is Mijdrecht suitable for living with a family?
Yes, living in Mijdrecht is popular among families. There are several primary schools and one secondary school (Veenlanden College). Residents rate education an 8.2 and appreciate the quiet, green environment. However, several residents complain about speeding in 30 km/h zones, something to consider with young children.
What types of homes can I buy in Mijdrecht?
The supply in Mijdrecht mainly consists of single-family homes and terraced houses, with an average area of 188 m². Additionally, you can buy an apartment in Mijdrecht as an entry-level option, or a detached house in the rural area. The range from €187,500 to €2,695,000 shows that there are options for various budgets.
How is the accessibility of Mijdrecht by public transport?
Mijdrecht does not have its own train station, but is connected by bus to Breukelen station (line 120, about 25 minutes) and Amsterdam-Amstel (line 126). By car, via the N201 you are quickly on the A2 towards Amsterdam or Utrecht. For daily commuters, a car is recommended.
Very antisocial next to me.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is very quiet and family-friendly, there is also a school nearby and there are many friendly neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful neighbourhood, lots of greenery, much too fast driving by all traffic, the maximum speed is only 30 km/h and is hugely exceeded in some places. Behind houses, 3 cars regularly come a few times a week and according to residents, drugs are traded, judging by the packaging left behind. Children play there, but the police do not check despite various reports and video footage that have been offered to the police.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood looks good with various beautiful and nice houses. The number of playing children is increasing, but for them it is very unsafe because the through road Viergang, where a maximum speed of 30 km/h applies, is used as a racetrack by cars, trucks and mopeds. Sometimes there is an electronic speed display, where very often speeds that the user considers normal, such as 60 to even 90 km per hour, are achieved. I have observed this myself when I monitored the speed registration for a while, but no results of the registration findings ever come out. I have often complained about this, but to no avail. My preference is therefore to put many more stickers and signs along and on the road and more higher speed bumps. Also on various remote parking lots behind residential blocks, we have various cars gathering in the evening hours between 10:00 PM and 12:00 AM on Tuesdays and Fridays, and we see on camera that multiple people get into one car and later disappear in all directions, and this happens every week. We have reported this to the police, but as far as we know, nothing has ever been checked about what the youth are up to there. We as a neighbourhood find this worrying. All in all, we hope that the situation on the Viergang improves and that speed-limiting actions are taken, as well as checking what the youngsters are up to on the parking lots.
Auto-translated to English by AIFairly good experience. There are primary schools and a secondary school. This is very convenient if you are going to live here with a family. I do notice that more and more nature is disappearing, which is a shame. Also, in some places there is a lot of rubbish on the streets. The village is very convenient and is easily accessible by bus from most places. Every Thursday there is a market in the village with delicious food. During holidays there are also fun things to find in the village, such as an ice rink at Christmas and a flea market on King's Day. On King's Day there is also always a fair, which does get more expensive every year.
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