Homes for sale in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid, Amsterdam
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House prices and market figures Overtoomse Veld-Zuid, Amsterdam
The owner-occupied market in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid is limited in size, but that doesn't make it any less interesting. Only 18% of the approximately 2,296 homes in the neighbourhood are owner-occupied, the rest are rental properties. This low percentage of owner-occupied homes means that relatively few properties come onto the market, which pushes up prices whenever something becomes available.
The average WOZ value is €386,000, which is noticeably lower than the average for the broader Overtoomse Veld district (€418,000) and well below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. Yet actual transaction prices are significantly higher: over the past twelve months, 28 homes were sold for an average of €570,179, with a range of €350,000 to €895,000. With an average living area of 81 m², this works out to a price per square metre of approximately €7,040. The supply consists mainly of apartments in post-war porch flats. At the top of this page, you can see the current supply, the average asking price and the average time on market.
Living in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid, Amsterdam
Overtoomse Veld-Zuid is a neighbourhood you won't quickly forget, but it's also not one you immediately have on your radar if you're just scrolling through Funda. It is a densely populated, urban neighbourhood in Amsterdam Nieuw-West, built in the 1950s and 1960s with compact porch flats and a limited number of single-family homes. The streets are laid out wide, there is plenty of greenery between the buildings, and Rembrandtpark is within walking distance. That park is a real asset for many residents: space, water and tranquillity, right around the corner.
The neighbourhood has a distinctly diverse population. More than half of the approximately 4,650 residents fall into the 25 to 45 age category, and single-person households are the largest group. That says something about its character: it is not a family neighbourhood in the classic sense, but a neighbourhood where young city dwellers, students and working singles live alongside families with a migration background. This gives the neighbourhood a lively, but sometimes also restless character.
For daily groceries, you can go to the supermarkets along Postjesweg and around Plein '40-'45, the local shopping centre that functions as the beating heart of Nieuw-West. There are primary schools in the area, although they do not score above average in resident reviews. For sports, you can use the facilities around Rembrandtpark and the various sports clubs in the area.
Accessibility is one of the stronger points. Tram lines and bus connections take you quickly to the city centre, and via the A10 ring road you can reach the motorway in a few minutes by car. Postjesweg metro station (line 50) is within cycling distance and connects the neighbourhood to both the city centre and Schiphol. Residents therefore give accessibility a 7.0 out of 10.
The overall resident score stands at 6.6, which is honestly a realistic figure. Resident Joram Fransen describes it aptly: "I live in Nieuw-West in Amsterdam. It doesn't have a very good reputation, which is partly justified but partly not so bad. Yes, occasionally you hear an explosion, which is certainly not pleasant, but when you walk through the neighbourhood there is also a lot of diversity and I almost never feel unsafe." Safety scores a 6.0, beauty only a 5.0. But community spirit and greenery score notably high, both at 8.0. That contrast characterises the neighbourhood: it is not a polished inner-city district, but it certainly has character and cohesion. Read all reviews and neighbourhood data on the Overtoomse Veld-Zuid page.
Compared to neighbouring communities such as Rembrandtpark-Noord or Rembrandtpark-Zuid, Overtoomse Veld-Zuid is slightly more urban and has less greenery right on its doorstep, although it does benefit from the same park. Overtoomse Veld-Noord has a similar profile but a slightly different housing mix. Those looking for more urbanity and higher prices should look towards the Jordaan or the Haarlemmerbuurt, but that is a different segment and a different budget.
Who is a home in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid interesting for?
Buying in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid is most interesting for young urbanites and starters who want to keep Amsterdam prices affordable without leaving the city. With an average purchase price of over €570,000, it is certainly not a cheap neighbourhood, but compared to the Amsterdam average, there is still relatively room. Be honest with yourself: supply is scarce, so overbidding is realistic. Those who are flexible on property type and open to a porch flat have the best chance. Families looking for more space will find less supply here than in surrounding municipalities. If buying is not feasible now, there are also rental properties in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid available, although the private rental market here is also tight.
What residents say about Overtoomse Veld-Zuid
Based on resident reviews, Overtoomse Veld-Zuid receives an overall score of 6.6 out of 10. The highest subscores are for community spirit (8.0) and greenery (8.0), the lowest for beauty (5.0) and safety (6.0). Resident Joram Fransen sums it up as "Pretty okay": the neighbourhood has a less good reputation that is partly justified, but those who walk around there also experience diversity and feel mostly safe. View all reviews per category on the Overtoomse Veld-Zuid neighbourhood page.
Compare homes for sale in and around Overtoomse Veld-Zuid
Buurtje.nl bundles supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood data that you won't find anywhere else on a purchase page. This allows you to not only compare homes, but also compare neighbourhoods side by side. View the overall overview of homes for sale in Overtoomse Veld for a broader picture of the district, or explore the supply across Amsterdam. If you want to compare specifically within the district, Johan Jongkindbuurt and Lucas/Andreasziekenhuis en omgeving are interesting alternatives to compare with Overtoomse Veld-Zuid. For municipal information on living and amenities, also see the website of the municipality of Amsterdam.
Frequently asked questions
What does a home in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid cost?
Over the past twelve months, 28 homes were sold for an average purchase price of €570,179. The range ran from €350,000 to €895,000. With an average living area of 81 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €7,040. Keep in mind that supply is scarce and that overbidding is common in practice.
What is the WOZ value in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid?
The average WOZ value in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid is €386,000. That is below the average of the broader Overtoomse Veld district (€418,000) and well below the Amsterdam average of €517,000. However, actual transaction prices are significantly higher than the WOZ value, as the sales data show.
What is it like to live in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid?
Living in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid means choosing a diverse, urban neighbourhood in Amsterdam Nieuw-West with an honest character. Residents give the neighbourhood a 6.6 out of 10. Green spaces and community spirit score highest (8.0), while beauty (5.0) and safety (6.0) score lower. Rembrandtpark is within walking distance and public transport accessibility is good.
Is Overtoomse Veld-Zuid suitable for starters and young buyers?
The neighbourhood attracts relatively many residents between 25 and 45 years old and has a high proportion of single-person households, which approaches the profile of a starter neighbourhood. The average purchase price of over €570,000 is a barrier for starters. Those who are flexible on property type and open to a porch flat have the best chance. Families looking for more space will find less supply here than in surrounding municipalities around Amsterdam.
How accessible is Overtoomse Veld-Zuid?
Accessibility scores a 7.0 in resident ratings. Metro station Postjesweg (line 50) connects the neighbourhood with the city centre and Schiphol. In addition, several tram lines and bus connections run towards the city centre. By car, you can quickly reach the motorway via the A10 ring road. By bike, the city centre is reachable in about 20 minutes.
What type of homes are for sale in Overtoomse Veld-Zuid?
The housing supply largely consists of apartments in post-war porch flats, built in the 1950s and 1960s. Single-family homes exist but are rare. Only 18% of the total housing stock is owner-occupied, the rest is rental. The average sold living area over the past twelve months was 81 m², which fits the compact character of the development.
How safe is Overtoomse Veld-Zuid and what are the disadvantages of the neighbourhood?
Safety scores a 6.0 out of 10, which is honestly stated. Residents describe the neighbourhood as generally safe in daily experience, but incidents such as explosions do occur. Beauty scores the lowest of all categories at 5.0. Those looking for a polished, quiet neighbourhood would be better off elsewhere in Amsterdam. Those who accept a lively, diverse neighbourhood with its associated roughness often feel quite at home here.
I live in Nieuw-West in Amsterdam. It doesn't have a very good reputation, which is partly justified but partly not so bad. Yes, every now and then you hear an explosion, which certainly isn't pleasant, but when you walk through the neighbourhood there's also a lot of diversity and I almost never feel unsafe (though that doesn't say much as a 1.90m man). Furthermore, it can be very cosy and there's a lot of greenery in the area, which is also very nice. The buildings are ugly, but I can live with that. The street is also very dirty, because apparently nobody cares about nature and the streetscape, so everything gets thrown on the street. In terms of amenities, there's enough, but if I need clothes, for example, I have to go to the city centre, so that's why it's not rated very high but still sufficient. The city centre is (by Amsterdam standards) fortunately not very far to cycle and there's also a train station nearby and the metro goes there too.
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