Homes for sale in Watervogelbuurt, Amersfoort

House prices and market figures Watervogelbuurt, Amersfoort

House prices in Watervogelbuurt are clearly below the municipal average of Amersfoort, making the neighbourhood interesting for buyers who do not want to pay top prices. Over the past twelve months, 18 homes were sold here at an average purchase price of €360,611. The range ran from €260,000 to €440,000, with an average living area of 86 m². That works out to about €4,193 per square metre. The WOZ value in Watervogelbuurt is €305,000, slightly lower than the district average of Liendert (€313,000) and significantly lower than the Amersfoort average of €432,000. That difference is no coincidence: the neighbourhood largely consists of compact terraced houses and porch flats from the 1970s, a type of housing that is more affordable across the city than new-build elsewhere. About 62% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, the rest is rental. For current asking prices and the current supply of owner-occupied homes in Watervogelbuurt, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Watervogelbuurt, Amersfoort

Watervogelbuurt is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood in the Liendert district, about a ten-minute bike ride from the centre of Amersfoort. The name is no coincidence: the streets bear names like Merelstraat, Vinkenstraat and Goudvinkstraat, and the neighbourhood has a distinct residential character without too much through traffic. This attracts a mix of residents: young couples, families with children and some older owners who have lived here for decades. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years old, and you can tell from the atmosphere: it is not a student neighbourhood, but neither is it a senior enclave.

The buildings mostly date from the 1970s and consist mainly of semi-detached houses, terraced houses and a number of porch flats. The gardens are generally quite large for an urban environment, and many homes have been renovated and spruced up over the years. If you are looking for a characteristic canal house or a 1930s home, you are better off looking elsewhere, but if you are looking for space, affordability and a quiet street, you will find what you are looking for here.

In terms of amenities, Watervogelbuurt is reasonably self-sufficient. On the edge of the neighbourhood and in the immediate vicinity of Liendert, there are primary schools, including schools near Liendertseweg. For daily groceries, there is a supermarket within cycling distance, and the Emiclaer shopping centre in Amersfoort-Noord is easily accessible. Sports clubs and playgrounds are present in and around the neighbourhood, making it attractive for families with young children.

In terms of accessibility, Watervogelbuurt does well. Amersfoort Centraal station is about ten to fifteen minutes away by bike, and by bus you can quickly reach the centre via Liendertseweg. The connection to the A28 towards Utrecht and Zwolle is easily accessible via Birkstraat and Hogeweg, making the neighbourhood attractive for commuters. Parking is not a problem on most streets, although it can be a bit of a search at busy times.

Residents appreciate the peace and green appearance of the neighbourhood. On the main neighbourhood page of Watervogelbuurt you can read all reviews and neighbourhood scores. One resident writes: "It is quiet here, the neighbours know each other and the children just play in the street. Not spectacular, but nice to live in." Criticism sometimes focuses on the outdated street scene in some places and the limited shopping options directly in the neighbourhood itself. Compared to neighbouring communities like Zangvogelbuurt and Liendert-Noord, Watervogelbuurt is a bit more compact and slightly more inward-looking, but the atmosphere is similar. If you want to understand the broader context of the district, you can also look at the supply of owner-occupied homes in Liendert as a whole.

Does an owner-occupied home in Watervogelbuurt suit you?

Watervogelbuurt mainly appeals to first-time buyers and young families who want to buy in Amersfoort without paying the top prices of neighbourhoods like Soesterkwartier or Stadskern. With an entry price from around €260,000, there is room for buyers with a modal income, although you have to take into account a market where overbidding is not exceptional. Supply is limited: only 18 homes were sold in the past year, so if you see something that fits, it is wise to act quickly. Seniors looking to downsize will also find porch flats here that suit them well. For those who are unsure whether buying is the right time now, there are also rental homes in Watervogelbuurt available as an alternative.

What residents say about Watervogelbuurt

Residents generally give Watervogelbuurt a positive rating, particularly in terms of peace, safety and the social atmosphere on the streets. The scores for green space and accessibility are somewhat lower. One resident describes it like this: "You notice that people really live here, not just sleep. The neighbourhood has character, even if it is not a fancy district." View all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the page of Watervogelbuurt.

Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Watervogelbuurt

Buurtje.nl bundles the supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood data that you will not find anywhere else. This way you can compare not only homes, but also neighbourhoods. In addition to Watervogelbuurt, De Horsten and Liendert-Zuid are interesting alternatives within the same district. If you want to search more broadly, you will find a complete overview on the page owner-occupied homes in Amersfoort. Read more about the municipality itself on the website of the municipality of Amersfoort.