Homes for sale in Osdorp-Zuidoost, Amsterdam

House prices and market figures in Osdorp-Zuidoost, Amsterdam

The housing market in Osdorp-Zuidoost is relatively modest in terms of owner-occupied sector: only 34% of the approximately 1,922 homes are owner-occupied, while 66% are rental properties (of which more than half are owned by housing corporations). Yet there is plenty of activity. In the past twelve months, 33 homes changed hands at an average purchase price of €422,424. The range varied from €299,000 to €1,245,000, showing that both affordable apartments and more expensive family homes come onto the market. With an average living area of 75 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €5,632. The WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €387,000, which is higher than the average for the district Osdorp-Oost (€356,000), but well below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. Apartments dominate the supply, often in gallery flats and porch-access homes from the 1960s and 1970s. At the top of this page, you can see the current listings and the most recent asking prices.

Living in Osdorp-Zuidoost: character, amenities and accessibility

Osdorp-Zuidoost is a typical Western Garden Cities neighbourhood: spacious layout, plenty of greenery between the flats and a predominantly quiet, suburban atmosphere. The district was built in the 1960s as part of the General Expansion Plan, and this is reflected in the strip development, wide green strips and large inner gardens. It is not a neighbourhood where you stroll along a bustling shopping street late at night, but it is a place where you have space and where children can play outside.

Daily grocery shopping is easy. At Osdorpplein, within walking distance of the neighbourhood, you will find an Albert Heijn, Lidl and various specialist shops. Those looking for more shops can go to shopping centre Osdorp on the other side of the Meer en Vaart. There are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity, including De Kameleon and De Klimop, and for secondary education, Calandlyceum is nearby. Sports enthusiasts can go to Sportpark Ookmeer, just west of the neighbourhood, with football fields and a tennis park. The Osdorper Binnenpolder and Sloterpark are within cycling distance and offer space for walking, jogging or picnicking.

In terms of accessibility, Osdorp-Zuidoost scores reasonably well. Metro station Osdorp (line 50, the Ring Line) takes you to Amsterdam Central in about 25 minutes. Bus routes along the Osdorperweg and Pieter Calandlaan connect the neighbourhood with Slotermeer, Badhoevedorp and Schiphol. By car, you are quickly on the A10 West and the A4 towards The Hague. The access is fine for commuters, although it can be busy around the slip roads during rush hour.

Residents of Osdorp-Zuidoost particularly appreciate the space and greenery. "It is surprisingly quiet here for Amsterdam, at night you really only hear the birds," writes a resident in a review. At the same time, there are caveats: some flats are dated and social cohesion varies per street. The average income of €32,000 is well below the Amsterdam average of €44,276, and the labour participation rate of 59% is on the low side. This is noticeable in the streetscape, where some corners are less well-maintained. Compared to neighbouring areas such as Meer en Oever and the surroundings of Osdorpplein, Osdorp-Zuidoost is slightly greener and quieter, but also a bit further from the shopping amenities. For a broader comparison, you can also look at the housing supply in Wildeman or Calandlaan/Lelylaan, where the atmosphere and price level are different again.

For whom is buying a home in Osdorp-Zuidoost a smart choice?

With an average purchase price around €422,000 and apartments sometimes starting below three hundred thousand, buying a home in Osdorp-Zuidoost is interesting for starters who want to stay in Amsterdam but cannot afford the centre. The neighbourhood is also logical for singles: 1,530 of the approximately 2,000 households are single-person households. Seniors, with 855 residents over 65, form a substantial group, and the ground-floor apartments suit them well. Families can find affordable space here, although the supply of larger homes is limited. Keep in mind that you may need to overbid on popular homes, especially in the lower price brackets. If you prefer to rent, you can view the supply of rental homes in Osdorp-Zuidoost as an alternative.

What residents say about Osdorp-Zuidoost

On the neighbourhood page of Osdorp-Zuidoost, residents share their experiences through reviews and scores per category. The neighbourhood generally scores well on greenery and space, but lower on liveliness and the maintenance of public spaces. "The neighbourhood is developing, you see more and more young buyers who are renovating and staying," says a recent resident review. View all ratings and sub-scores on the neighbourhood main page to get a complete picture.

Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Osdorp-Zuidoost

On Buurtje.nl, we combine housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. View the broader supply of owner-occupied homes in Osdorp-Oost or compare with other Amsterdam districts such as the Haarlemmerbuurt or the Jordaan. Want the full picture? On the page owner-occupied homes in Amsterdam, you can see how Osdorp-Zuidoost compares to the rest of the city. More information about municipal plans for Nieuw-West can be found on the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.