Homes for sale in Proostdijland, De Ronde Venen
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House prices and market figures for Proostdijland, De Ronde Venen
The owner-occupied market in Proostdijland is relatively modest in size: of the 1,635 homes in the neighbourhood, 46% are owner-occupied and 54% are rental properties. This high proportion of rental properties, the majority of which are owned by housing associations (49%), gives the neighbourhood a mixed character. The average WOZ value is €351,000. By comparison, in the district of Mijdrecht as a whole it is €402,000, and the municipal average for De Ronde Venen is €516,000. This makes Proostdijland one of the more affordable neighbourhoods in the municipality. In the past twelve months, 23 homes were sold, with an average sale price of €478,174 and a range of €325,000 to €850,000. With an average living area of 113 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €4,232. The supply consists mainly of single-family homes and terraced houses; detached houses are also available, but these are at the upper end of the price range. At the top of this page, you can view the current supply with the most recent asking prices and selling times.
Living in Proostdijland, De Ronde Venen
Proostdijland is a residential area best described as quiet and orderly, with a pronounced family character. The neighbourhood is located in the western part of Mijdrecht and was largely built in the 1970s and 1980s. This means: spacious plots for the time, many terraced and semi-detached houses with gardens, and a street pattern designed for cyclists and pedestrians. The architectural style is functional and sober, but the wide green strips and the proximity of the open peat meadow area give the neighbourhood an airy feel. Residents give green spaces a score of no less than 9.0 out of 10, which is not surprising given the surroundings.
For daily shopping, you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. The centre of Mijdrecht, with supermarkets and a modest shopping street, is within cycling distance. Primary education is well represented in the immediate vicinity, which partly explains the high score for education (9.0). Resident Emery Weewee aptly describes the neighbourhood: "The neighbourhood is very quiet and family-friendly, there is also a school nearby and there are many friendly neighbours." This combination of tranquillity, schools within walking distance, and a social neighbourhood feel is precisely what the demographic composition reflects: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years old, and families with children are the most common household type.
Accessibility is functional but not exceptional. Proostdijland does not have its own train station; the nearest station is Abcoude, some distance away. By bus, Mijdrecht and the surrounding area are connected to Amstelveen and Utrecht. By car, you can take the N201 towards the A2 near Abcoude or towards Aalsmeer, making commuting to Amsterdam or Utrecht possible, albeit with some travel time. Residents give accessibility a 7.0, which is fair: for those who commute daily to a large city, it requires some getting used to. Those who work in the region or work from home hardly experience it as a disadvantage.
Compared to sister neighbourhoods in the same district, Proostdijland has a quieter character than Mijdrecht Dorp, where there is more activity and shopping traffic. Hofland and Molenland are similar in atmosphere but have a slightly different housing mix. The overall resident score for Proostdijland on the neighbourhood main page stands at 8.1 out of 10, with highs for safety (9.0) and green spaces (9.0). These are scores you don't come across everywhere in the region.
Is a home for sale in Proostdijland right for you?
Proostdijland mainly attracts young families and home-movers looking for peace, space, and a social neighbourhood without paying the prices of Vinkeveen or the municipal centre. The average sale price of €478,174 is above the WOZ value, indicating that the market is active and that homes are sometimes sold above the asking price. First-time buyers with a limited budget can find options at the lower end of the market (from around €325,000), but should expect competition. Seniors looking to downsize may find fewer single-level options here than in newer neighbourhoods. If you are unsure whether buying is the right time, you can also look at rental properties in Proostdijland as a temporary alternative.
What residents say about Proostdijland
Proostdijland scores an 8.1 out of 10 based on resident reviews. The highest sub-scores are for safety (9.0), green spaces (9.0), and education (9.0). Accessibility (7.0) and the beauty of the neighbourhood (7.0) score slightly lower, which aligns with the functional, 1970s character of the area. Resident Emery Weewee writes: "The neighbourhood is very quiet and family-friendly, there is also a school nearby and there are many friendly neighbours." View all reviews and neighbourhood data on the Proostdijland overview page.
Compare homes for sale in Proostdijland with the surrounding area
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Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Proostdijland?
The average purchase price in Proostdijland over the past year was €478,174, based on 23 sold homes. The range runs from €325,000 to €850,000. With an average living area of 113 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €4,232. At the lower end of the market, entry-level homes are available, but for larger or detached homes you pay considerably more.
What is the WOZ value in Proostdijland?
The average WOZ value in Proostdijland is €351,000. That is clearly below the district average of Mijdrecht (€402,000) and even further below the municipal average of De Ronde Venen (€516,000). Proostdijland is thus one of the more affordable neighbourhoods in the municipality, although actual selling prices are higher than the WOZ value.
What is living in Proostdijland like?
Living in Proostdijland is known as quiet and family-friendly. The neighbourhood consists largely of 1970s terraced houses and semi-detached houses, surrounded by green strips and the open peat meadow area. Residents give the neighbourhood an 8.1 out of 10, with high scores for safety and green space (both 9.0). Accessibility scores somewhat lower (7.0), which fits with its location outside the major cities.
Is Proostdijland suitable for families with children?
Yes, Proostdijland is distinctly family-oriented. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years old, and families with children are the most common household type. There are schools in the immediate vicinity, the neighbourhood is safe (score 9.0), and residents describe the atmosphere as quiet with friendly neighbours. The ample green space and play areas in the district also make it attractive for growing children.
How is the accessibility of Proostdijland?
Proostdijland does not have its own train station. The nearest station is Abcoude, accessible via the N201. By bus, there are connections to Amstelveen and Utrecht. By car, you connect to the A2 via Abcoude, which makes commuting to Amsterdam or Utrecht possible. Residents give accessibility a 7.0, which fairly reflects that the neighbourhood is pleasant for those who work regionally or from home, but less ideal for daily long journeys.
What type of homes can you buy in Proostdijland?
The supply in Proostdijland mainly consists of single-family homes: terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s. Detached homes are also available, but these are at the upper end of the price range. Buying apartments in Proostdijland is less common; the housing stock is predominantly ground-based. Of the total housing stock, 46% is owner-occupied and 54% is rental.
How green and safe is Proostdijland?
Proostdijland scores remarkably high on both green space (9.0) and safety (9.0) in resident ratings. The neighbourhood borders the open peat meadow area and has wide green strips within the district itself. Residents experience the neighbourhood as quiet and well-organised, with little nuisance. This makes Proostdijland attractive for those seeking a safe, green living environment without the hustle and bustle of a city centre.
The neighbourhood is very quiet and family-friendly, there is also a school nearby and there are many friendly neighbours.
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