Homes for sale in Waterwijk-Landerijen, Lelystad

What does a home cost in Waterwijk-Landerijen?

The owner-occupied market in Waterwijk-Landerijen is firmly established: 65% of the more than 4,600 homes are owner-occupied, compared to 35% rented. The average WOZ value is €362,000, which is about €36,000 higher than the municipal average of Lelystad (€326,000). Looking at the actual transaction prices over the past year, the average is even higher: €514,990 with an average living area of 146 m². The range is wide, from around €225,000 for a compact terraced house or flat to €975,000 for the more spacious detached homes in the Landerijen. This difference is mainly due to the diverse character of the neighbourhoods: the older parts around the Zeeënbuurt and Rivierenbuurt offer more affordable family homes, while the new-build plots in the Landerijen serve the higher segment. At the top of this page you will find the current supply and the average asking price at this moment.

Living in Waterwijk-Landerijen: green, child-friendly and with character

Waterwijk-Landerijen is one of the larger districts of Lelystad, with nearly 11,700 residents. As the name suggests: water and greenery are everywhere here. On the district page of Waterwijk-Landerijen, residents rate their neighbourhood a 7.7 out of 10. Green spaces (8.4) and safety (8.2) score notably high. Resident Jhosefien, who has lived there for 33 years, describes it as a "child-friendly neighbourhood with lots of greenery, shops and schools nearby, sports clubs in the district, a community centre, pharmacy and GPs." Cor calls it outright a "top neighbourhood" where "only decent, friendly people" live who look out for each other. At the same time, not everyone is equally enthusiastic: resident Herman notes that intolerance is increasing and that some residents mainly think of themselves. These kinds of honest voices are part of it and give a more realistic picture than just the figures.

In terms of amenities, the district is fairly self-sufficient. Around the Wijkcentrum Voorstraat you will find an Aldi, a Lidl and various small specialist shops. There are several primary schools in the district, including De Vuurtoren and De Triangel, and childcare facilities. For secondary education you go to the centre of Lelystad, which is within cycling distance. Sportpark Doggersbank, in the Getijdenbuurt, provides space for football and tennis clubs. In addition, there are large supervised playgrounds, which parents with young children appreciate.

Accessibility is reasonable. By car, you can quickly reach Almere (approx. 30 minutes) or Zwolle (approx. 45 minutes) via the A6. Lelystad Centrum station is about a 10-minute bike ride away and offers direct trains to Amsterdam Centraal (approx. 50 minutes) and Zwolle. Within the district, city bus lines 3 and 6 run, taking you to the station and the centre. More information about district amenities and accessibility can be found on the website of the municipality of Lelystad. Those who want to explore the newer, more spacious parts of the district can look at Landerijen Noord/West or Landerijen Zuid/Oost, where the plots are larger and the houses more recently built.

Does Waterwijk-Landerijen suit you as a buyer?

The district mainly attracts families with children, and this is reflected in the figures: the largest group of households consists of families (2,135). With an average purchase price just above five hundred thousand, the higher segment is not for starters, but in the older neighbourhoods such as the Merenbuurt, homes from around €225,000 can be found. This makes buying a flat in Waterwijk-Landerijen or a smaller terraced house feasible for starters or singles. Bear in mind additional costs such as transfer tax (2%), notary and valuation costs. The supply varies, so be quick when something becomes available. If buying is not feasible now, consider the rental homes in Waterwijk-Landerijen as an alternative.

Searching for a home in Waterwijk-Landerijen and surroundings

On Buurtje.nl, we combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district statistics, so you not only buy a house but also know what to expect from the neighbourhood. Want to compare? Then also check the supply in surrounding districts such as Zuiderzeewijk, Boswijk or Kustwijk, or view the overview of all homes for sale in Lelystad.