Homes for sale in Uitdam, Waterland

House prices and market figures in Uitdam

Uitdam is a neighbourhood where almost everyone owns their home: as many as 91% of the 64 homes are owner-occupied. This fits the character of this small village on the Markermeer, where supply is limited and homes rarely stay on the market for long. The average WOZ value is €731,000, significantly higher than the average for the district Broek in Waterland (€676,000) and well above the municipal average of €457,000 in Waterland. In the past twelve months, 42 homes were sold at an average purchase price of €389,079, with a range from €199,000 to €1,390,000. The average floor area was 101 m², equating to approximately €3,852 per square metre. This spread in prices shows that both smaller homes and larger, detached houses on the water change hands. See the current supply and most recent asking prices for owner-occupied homes in Uitdam at the top of this page.

Living in Uitdam: village life on the Markermeer

Uitdam is a ribbon village of fewer than 125 residents, located on a narrow dike between the Uitdammerdijk and the open water of the Markermeer. Those who live here consciously choose peace, space and wide views. The village consists mainly of detached and semi-detached houses, many with traditional wooden facades. Some of the buildings are historic, but there are also homes from the 1970s and 1980s. The streetscape is rural: narrow roads, sheep on the dike and little traffic.

Facilities in Uitdam itself are minimal. There is no supermarket, no school and no GP. For daily shopping, you drive to Broek in Waterland (about five minutes by car) or to Monnickendam, where you will find an Albert Heijn, shops and primary schools. The nearest secondary schools are in Purmerend. Sports facilities are also found in the surrounding villages, although Uitdam itself has a marina that serves as a meeting place for residents and water sports enthusiasts in summer.

In terms of accessibility, Uitdam is dependent on the car. Bus connections are scarce; line 312 (EBS) runs limited services via the Uitdammerdijk towards Amsterdam-Noord, but the frequency is low. By car, you can reach the Amsterdam ring road via the N247 in about twenty minutes. Purmerend station is a quarter of an hour's drive away. Cycling to Amsterdam-Noord is possible via the dike, but expect at least forty minutes.

The largest age group in Uitdam is 65-plus (45 of the 125 residents), followed by 45- to 65-year-olds. It is a neighbourhood of established residents, often couples without children living at home. Single-person households form the largest household group (20), which fits the ageing population. The education level is high: 60% of residents are highly educated and the average income is €41,600.

Residents particularly appreciate the silence, the view over the water and the village community spirit. "You know everyone and there is always someone who drops by for coffee," writes a resident on the review page of Uitdam. Recurring criticisms are the lack of facilities and the dependence on the car. For those who accept that, Uitdam offers a way of life you won't find anywhere else in the Amsterdam region. Compare it with neighbouring villages such as Zuiderwoude, which lies slightly more inland, or the Marken peninsula, which has a similar isolated location but sees more tourism.

Is a home for sale in Uitdam right for you?

Buying a home in Uitdam is mainly interesting for movers and seniors seeking peace and space and who are not dependent on facilities around the corner. Families with young children must take into account the lack of schools and playgrounds in the village itself. Starters find few entry-level homes here; prices are high and supply is scarce. Buying an apartment in Uitdam is almost impossible, as the housing stock consists almost entirely of single-family homes. Those looking for a more affordable alternative can look at rental homes in Uitdam, although that supply is also very limited (only 9% of the stock is rental). Be honest with yourself: if you need to go to the city daily, the travel time and lack of public transport are a real drawback. In that case, also look at homes in Monnickendam, where there are more facilities and better bus connections.

What residents say about Uitdam

On the review page of Uitdam, residents share their experiences. The peace and the view consistently score high, while facilities and accessibility receive the lowest ratings. "Every morning I look out over the Markermeer and then I remember why I live here," says a resident. View all reviews and neighbourhood scores on the main page of Uitdam to get a complete picture before making an offer.

Compare homes for sale around Uitdam and surroundings

Living in Uitdam is unique, but it pays to compare the neighbourhood with alternatives in the region. Also check the supply in the district Broek in Waterland, in Katwoude or in Ilpendam. On Buurtje.nl, you combine housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you can assess not only the home but also the neighbourhood. Also view the total overview of homes for sale in the municipality of Waterland and consult the website of the municipality of Waterland for information on zoning plans and permits.