Homes for sale in Springerbuurt, Velsen

House prices and market figures for Springerbuurt, Velsen

Springerbuurt is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: about 70% of the 824 homes are owned, which is reflected in the character of the streets. The average WOZ value is €508,000, which is clearly above the district average of Velserbroek (€460,000) and well above the municipal average of Velsen (€393,000). This makes Springerbuurt one of the more expensive segments within the municipality.

Looking at actual transactions over the past year, 12 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €710,833. Prices ranged from €509,000 to €925,000, with an average living area of 126 m². That works out to a price of about €5,640 per square metre. The supply mainly consists of larger single-family homes, fitting the family-oriented composition of the neighbourhood. For the current supply and average asking price, you can check the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Springerbuurt, Velsen

Springerbuurt is part of the Velserbroek district, a green expansion area east of IJmuiden that was largely built in the 1970s and 1980s. Springerbuurt itself has the quiet, orderly character you would expect from such a district: wide streets, plenty of greenery between the homes, and a mix of semi-detached and detached houses with gardens. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for architectural features, but rather for its tidy, well-maintained appearance.

Resident Lisa describes it aptly: "Honestly a nice neighbourhood with lots of places for children to play and where only kind, decent people live." That combination of play space and a pleasant social atmosphere is reflected in the resident score of 7.4 out of 10. Green scores highest at 9.0, and that fits: the neighbourhood borders water features and green strips characteristic of Velserbroek. Community (8.0) and safety (8.0) also score well, matching the image of a neighbourhood where people know each other and stay for a long time.

The largest age group is 45 to 65 years, and families with children form the largest household type. This is reflected in the surroundings: there are playgrounds and plenty of space for children to play outside. Primary schools in the immediate vicinity of Velserbroek serve the neighbourhood well. For daily shopping, the Velserbroek shopping centre is within cycling distance, with a supermarket and smaller shops for everyday needs.

Accessibility is a point that residents rate lower: the score is 5.0. Springerbuurt does not have its own train station. The nearest train stations are Beverwijk and IJmuiden-Velserbroek (bus line), but connections to larger cities like Haarlem or Amsterdam take time. By car, the A9 is accessible via the Velsertunnel, which improves connections to the Randstad. For daily commuting by public transport, some adjustment is needed.

Compared to neighbourhoods like Hofgeest and Pijlkruidbuurt, Springerbuurt positions itself on the more spacious, expensive side within Velserbroek. Maadbuurt and Weidbuurt offer similar greenery but sometimes a different type of housing. More information about the neighbourhood, including all resident reviews and district data, can be found on the Springerbuurt overview page.

Is a home in Springerbuurt right for you as a buyer?

Springerbuurt is most suitable for families and movers looking for space, peace and greenery, and willing to pay a substantial price for it. With an average transaction price of over €710,000, this is not a neighbourhood for first-time buyers with a limited budget. Supply is also scarce: only 12 homes changed hands in the past year, meaning you need to act quickly when something becomes available. Overbidding is realistic in this segment. Those wanting more flexibility or a lower budget could also look at rental homes in Springerbuurt or explore homes for sale in Velserbroek as a whole for a wider range. The high labour participation (72%) and above-average income (€39,800) in the neighbourhood indicate a financially stable living environment.

What residents say about Springerbuurt

Springerbuurt receives an average resident score of 7.4 out of 10. The highest scores go to green (9.0), safety (8.0), community (8.0) and amenities (8.0). Accessibility scores the lowest at 5.0, which is a serious consideration for buyers dependent on public transport. Lisa, a resident, writes: "Cosy, middle-class neighbourhood" and describes it as a place where children can play safely and the atmosphere is pleasant and quiet. View all reviews and detailed district data on the Springerbuurt page.

Compare homes for sale in and around Springerbuurt

Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. Besides Springerbuurt, you can also look at neighbourhoods like Bastionbuurt or Florarondebuurt within Velserbroek, or expand your search area to districts such as IJmuiden-Noord or Velsen-Zuid en Driehuis. More about the municipality can be found on the website of municipality of Velsen.