Homes for sale in Molenwijk, Amsterdam

House prices and market figures for Molenwijk, Amsterdam

The owner-occupied market in Molenwijk is small and clear. Of the 1,416 homes in the neighbourhood, only 15% are owner-occupied, while 80% are owned by housing corporations. This makes supply scarce: in the past twelve months, 12 homes changed hands, with an average purchase price of €353,750. The range ran from €315,000 to €395,000, with an average living area of 85 m². That works out to about €4,160 per square metre, which is significantly lower than the municipal average.

The average WOZ value in Molenwijk is €323,000. By comparison, in the wider district of Oostzanerwerf it is €435,000 and the Amsterdam average is €517,000. Molenwijk is therefore one of the cheaper corners of Amsterdam, making it interesting for a specific group of buyers. These are mainly flats and porch flats from the 1960s and 1970s. For the current supply and most recent asking prices, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Molenwijk, Amsterdam

Molenwijk is located in the northern part of Amsterdam, wedged between the Twiske recreation area and the built-up area of Amsterdam-Noord. The neighbourhood has a distinct character: it is a post-war stamp neighbourhood with long rows of porch flats and gallery flats, largely built in the 1960s. The architecture is functional, not spectacular, but the space between the buildings is generous and there is remarkably much greenery. Residents therefore give greenery a score of 8.0, one of the higher subscores.

The atmosphere in Molenwijk is down-to-earth and community-oriented. It is not a trendy neighbourhood and the people who live there know that. The neighbourhood has a diverse population composition with relatively many single-person households (740 of the approximately 1,400 households) and an average income of €23,500, well below the Amsterdam average of €44,276. The labour participation rate is 53%. This characterises the social context: Molenwijk is a working-class neighbourhood in the literal sense of the word.

In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood scores a 7.0. Within walking distance you will find a neighbourhood shopping centre with a supermarket, a pharmacy and a few small shops. For a larger range you have to rely on the Boven 't IJ shopping centre or the centre of Amsterdam-Noord. There are primary schools in and around the neighbourhood, although the educational offering is limited and residents score this aspect only a 4.0. For sports, there are opportunities in the nearby Twiske area, where you can walk, cycle and swim.

Accessibility scores a 7.0. Bus line 35 connects Molenwijk with the centre of Amsterdam-Noord and Central Station. By bike you can reach the ferry across the IJ in a quarter of an hour, after which the centre is another ten minutes by bike. By car, you connect to the main road network via the Nieuwe Purmerweg and the A10. Parking in the neighbourhood itself is relatively easy compared to other parts of Amsterdam.

What residents are less enthusiastic about are safety (2.0) and sense of community (2.0). The overall resident score for Molenwijk comes out at 4.8 based on available reviews. One resident describes it as: "Lots of greenery and quiet, but social cohesion and safety leave something to be desired." That is an honest picture of a neighbourhood that is infrastructurally sound but faces social challenges.

Those who compare Molenwijk with neighbouring communities in the same district will notice differences. The Walvisbuurt has a slightly different housing stock, while Twiske-West is even greener and quieter. The Melkweg/Oostzanerwerf neighbourhood also offers similar owner-occupied homes in the same price range. For a broader overview of supply in the area, you can also look at owner-occupied homes in Oostzanerwerf as a whole.

Who is a home in Molenwijk interesting for?

Molenwijk mainly appeals to first-time buyers who want to live in Amsterdam without bidding a ton above the asking price. With an average purchase price of €353,750 and a relatively low entry price of €315,000, buying in Molenwijk is still somewhat feasible by Amsterdam standards. People who consciously choose space and greenery over urban allure will also find their place here. Families with young children should take into account the lower scores for education and safety. Those who prefer to rent can also look at rental homes in Molenwijk, because the vast majority of the housing stock is social housing. The supply of owner-occupied homes is limited, so those who are serious would do well to act quickly when something becomes available.

What residents say about Molenwijk

The overall resident score for Molenwijk stands at 4.8 out of 10, based on available reviews. The highest subscores go to greenery (8.0) and accessibility (7.0) and amenities (7.0). The lowest scores are for safety (2.0) and community (2.0). One resident writes: "Lots of greenery and quiet, but social cohesion and safety leave something to be desired." That gives a realistic picture of what you can expect. Read all reviews and view the full neighbourhood data on the information page for Molenwijk.

Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Molenwijk

Buurtje.nl bundles supply from more than 1,500 sources and adds neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you compare not just a home but also the neighbourhood itself. Want to search more broadly? Then view the supply of owner-occupied homes in Amsterdam as a whole, or explore adjacent neighbourhoods such as Noorder IJplas, Oostzanerdijk or the Circus/Kermisbuurt. For official municipal information about Amsterdam-Noord and surroundings, you can visit the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.