Homes for sale in Noorderplassen, Almere

House prices in Noorderplassen: well above the Almere average

Noorderplassen is one of the more expensive neighbourhoods in Almere. The average WOZ value is €547,000, more than one and a half times the municipal average of €363,000. This is also reflected in sale prices: over the past twelve months, 118 homes were sold for an average of €705,263, with a range of €375,000 to €1,350,000. The average sold home has a floor area of 165 m², indicating that these are largely spacious single-family homes and detached owner-occupied houses. The share of owner-occupied homes is exceptionally high at 83%; only 17% are rental properties. Check the current listings and average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent status.

Living by the water: the character of Noorderplassen

Noorderplassen is a relatively young neighbourhood in Almere Buiten, built around a large recreational lake. The water is not just decoration but the centrepiece of the neighbourhood: many homes are directly on the water or have a view of it, and in summer the lake attracts swimmers, surfers and canoeists from across the region. The neighbourhood consists largely of spacious detached and semi-detached homes with large gardens, making it attractive for families who consciously choose space. This is reflected in the population composition: the largest group of residents is aged 25 to 45, and more than half of households have children.

On the Noorderplassen neighbourhood page, residents rate the neighbourhood a 6.6 on Buurtje.nl. Accessibility scores notably high at 9.0, and housing (8.0) and the neighbourhood's appearance (8.0) are also rated positively. Residents are less satisfied with amenities, which score a meagre 1.0. That is recognisable: there is no large shopping centre in the neighbourhood itself. For daily groceries, residents rely on Nobelhorst shopping centre or the amenities in Almere Buiten centre, a few kilometres away. One resident describes the neighbourhood as pleasant and quiet but notes that you need a car or bike for almost everything. The community score of 6.0 suggests the neighbourhood is not yet very close-knit, which fits a neighbourhood that has grown strongly in recent years.

In terms of accessibility, there is little to complain about. Almere Buiten station is within cycling distance and offers direct intercity connections to Amsterdam Central in about 25 minutes and to Utrecht in about 35 minutes. Via the A6 you are quickly on the motorway towards Amsterdam or Lelystad. Bus services run through the neighbourhood and connect Noorderplassen with Almere city centre. The neighbourhood is divided into several sub-areas, each with its own character: Noorderplassen Oost lies directly on the lake and is popular for its water homes, while Noorderplassen West-Noord is slightly quieter and has more greenery. Noorderplassen West-West and Noorderplassen West-Zuid also offer spacious owner-occupied homes in a green environment. For schools, there are primary schools in and around the neighbourhood; for secondary education, students rely on schools elsewhere in Almere Buiten or the city centre. More information about amenities and municipal policy can be found on the Almere municipality website.

For whom is buying in Noorderplassen a realistic option?

Noorderplassen is primarily a neighbourhood for movers and families with a solid income. The average household income is €52,500, well above the Almere average of €38,200. With an average sale price of over €705,000, an owner-occupied home here is virtually unattainable for first-time buyers. Overbidding is common in this segment, and don't forget additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for homes above the starter exemption), notary fees and any structural survey. If you still want to live in the area but cannot yet buy, consider rental properties in Noorderplassen, although the rental percentage is limited at 17%.

Search and compare owner-occupied homes in Noorderplassen

Buurtje.nl combines current housing listings with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also what it is really like to live there. Compare Noorderplassen with nearby neighbourhoods such as De Werven, De Hoven or Centrum Almere Haven for a more complete picture of the owner-occupied market in Almere.