Homes for sale in Oosterwold Noord, Almere

House prices and market figures Oosterwold Noord, Almere

Oosterwold Noord is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood: no less than 89% of the 757 homes are owner-occupied, and there is no housing association property. The average WOZ value is €555,000, which is slightly below the district average of Oosterwold (€567,000), but well above the Almere average of €363,000. In the past twelve months, 36 homes were sold at an average purchase price of €722,431. The range is remarkably wide: from €345,000 to €1,380,000. With an average living area of 114 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €6,337. This spread says a lot about the diversity in the supply, from more compact plots to large detached houses with big gardens. Anyone wanting a current picture of available owner-occupied homes in Oosterwold Noord will find the latest asking prices and selling times at the top of this page.

Living in Oosterwold Noord, Almere

Oosterwold Noord is not an average Almere residential area. It is an area where residents have designed their own plots, often with self-build or CPO projects. This makes every street different: one neighbour has a compact wooden house, the next a large brick family home with a vegetable garden and chickens. Many homes were built after 2016, when the first plots were issued. The architecture is therefore modern, but due to the freedom in building style, it does not feel like a uniform new-build estate. Rather like a kind of rural village in the making, in the middle of Flevoland.

The atmosphere is green and quiet. Plots are often spacious, with plenty of room for garden and nature. The downside: amenities are still limited. There is no supermarket around the corner and for your daily shopping you drive to Almere Stad or Almere Hout. Schools in the area do exist, such as primary school De Verwondering, which was set up specifically for Oosterwold residents. For secondary schools you have to go towards Almere Stad. Sports clubs and associations are not yet numerous, although residents regularly organise activities themselves through neighbourhood initiatives.

In terms of accessibility, Oosterwold Noord is dependent on the car. The A27 and A6 are reachable within ten minutes, offering commuters heading to Utrecht or Amsterdam a reasonable travel time. Public transport is however a weak point: the nearest bus stop is on the edge of the area and the frequency is low. Almere Centrum station is about a fifteen-minute drive. Cycling to Almere Stad is possible, but expect fifteen to twenty minutes.

Residents of Oosterwold Noord particularly appreciate the space, the freedom and the green character. "We have really been able to create our own spot here, with a large garden and views over the countryside. You won't find that anywhere else so close to a city," writes a resident in a review. At the same time, there is also criticism: roads are sometimes unpaved, infrastructure lags behind growth and some residents miss a sense of being "finished". Compared to the southern part of Oosterwold, the north is slightly more developed, but the differences are small. Anyone wanting to compare the whole district will find a broader picture on the page of district Oosterwold. Also Kathadralenbos is an interesting comparison: that part of Oosterwold has its own character with more wooded plots.

Does Oosterwold Noord suit you as a buyer?

With 380 households with children as the largest group and an average age between 25 and 65, Oosterwold Noord mainly attracts young families and movers looking for space. The average income of €46,000 and a high education level (54% highly educated) fit the profile of self-builders who consciously choose this concept. First-time buyers with a smaller budget will find it harder to get a place here, given the average purchase price of over €722,000. However, occasionally there are homes at the lower end of the market around €345,000. Keep in mind that buying a house in Oosterwold Noord means you choose a neighbourhood that is still developing, with the associated growing pains. If you are looking for more flexibility, also check the supply of rental homes in Oosterwold Noord. More information about the Oosterwold concept can be found on the website of the municipality of Almere.

What residents say about Oosterwold Noord

On the residents page of Oosterwold Noord you will find reviews and scores per category. Residents generally give high scores for space, greenery and quietness, but lower scores for amenities and accessibility by public transport. "It's lovely living here, but you have to be hands-on and not expect everything to be finished," a resident sums it up. View all ratings and neighbourhood scores on the main page of the neighbourhood.

Compare owner-occupied homes around Oosterwold Noord

Do you want to buy a home in Oosterwold Noord but also see what is available in the surrounding area? On Buurtje.nl you combine property listings from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you can assess not only the house but also the neighbourhood. Compare the supply with owner-occupied homes in the whole district Oosterwold or see what is for sale in other parts of the city, such as De Hoven or Almere Haven Centrum. For a complete overview of the Almere housing market, you can visit the page with owner-occupied homes in all of Almere.