Living in Buiksloterham-Noord
Buiksloterham-Noord is densely built and genuinely urban, and this is apartment territory: only about 1 in 8 homes is a house.
At 4,183 residents per km² the buurt is busy without being packed. Water makes up 22% of its surface — canals and waterfront are part of daily scenery here, and so are the price tags of homes that face them.
Amsterdam is the tightest housing market in the Netherlands: international workers, students and families chase the same limited stock, overbidding is routine in popular price bands, and a large social-housing sector keeps much of the city permanently off the open market. Where a buurt sits relative to the ring road (A10) and a metro or tram line explains a surprising share of its price.
The housing market in Buiksloterham-Noord
The average home value (WOZ) in Buiksloterham-Noord is €656,000, which puts it at #90 of 426 neighborhoods in Amsterdam — 30% pricier than most of the city. You pay for the location here. For scale: Amsterdam's cheapest buurt averages €42,000 and its priciest €2,286,000, so Buiksloterham-Noord sits among the city's pricier neighbourhoods.
Average WOZ value per year (CBS). The reference date lags the current market by ±1 year.
2023: €606,000 · 2024: €598,000 · 2025: €656,000
The direction of the market: between 2023 and 2025 the average WOZ value here rose from €606,000 to €656,000, up 8% — faster than the city as a whole (+0%). WOZ values lag the market by about a year, but the trend itself is reliable.
Ownership is split: 63% owner-occupied against 37% rental, including 16% social housing. Enough homes trade hands to give you comparable sales, but check what's actually for sale versus rented in the specific block you're eyeing — the mix can flip from one street to the next.
Who lives here
Demographically, Buiksloterham-Noord is shaped by people in their late twenties to early forties (44% of its 1,620 residents), followed by 45-to-65 year olds at 23%. Households split into 43% singles and 29% families with children — a real mix rather than one lifestyle. The average household counts 2.0 people.
As for who your neighbors would be: 39% of households are among the country's highest earners — which helps explain both the café density and the bidding behavior.
Daily errands, coffee and dinner
Day to day: plan your groceries: the nearest large supermarket is 1.2 km away; there are about 9 cafés and restaurants within walking distance — enough choice without the crowds.
The practical checklist most buyers forget to make: pharmacy 11 min walk · GP 11 min · hospital 1.9 km · library 1.1 km · 2 cinemas within 5 km. None of these will decide a purchase on their own, but a GP taking new patients nearby is the kind of thing you only miss after moving.
Families and schools
For families: the nearest primary school is 8 minutes on foot; daycare is well covered (4 locations nearby) — though Dutch waiting lists mean you register the week you know you're expecting, not the week you need it; secondary school is a 3-minute bike ride, which Dutch teenagers do in all weather.
Getting around
Getting around: the nearest train station is 5.3 km out, so day-to-day life here leans on the car or bus; the nearest highway on-ramp is 3.1 km away; and at 0.6 cars per household, most residents simply don't own one — if you do, factor in permit costs and waiting lists before you buy.
Energy and running costs
With 90% of homes built after 2000, insulation standards here are decent by default — but newer also means VvE service costs for apartments and less room to add value through renovation. Different math, not automatically better.
Before you bid in Buiksloterham-Noord
Before you bid in Buiksloterham-Noord: the national soil map leaves built-up areas unclassified, and city centres like this one often sit on peat, and pre-1970 homes may stand on wooden piles — since the 2026 appraisal rules, a foundation risk class (A–E) appears in every valuation, so check it before you bid, not after the deal is already emotional. Also, in a premium buurt the risk isn't buying a bad home, it's overpaying for a good one — anchor your bid on recent sales of comparable homes, not on the asking price.
None of these averages can tell you whether the specific house you found is fairly priced — that depends on its size, energy label, state of maintenance and the recent sales around it. That is exactly what a free HomeReview report checks, in about 10 seconds, for any Dutch address.
Frequently asked questions
Is Buiksloterham-Noord a good neighborhood to live in?
That depends on what you're looking for. Buiksloterham-Noord has no single strong profile — it scores mid-range for most buyer types. The average home value is €656,000 (30% pricier than most of Amsterdam) and the neighborhood has 1,620 residents. Ultimately the specific street and home matter more than the neighborhood average.
What is the average home value in Buiksloterham-Noord?
The average home value (WOZ waarde) in Buiksloterham-Noord, Amsterdam is €656,000, based on the official CBS neighborhood statistics.
Is Buiksloterham-Noord mostly owner-occupied or rental?
63% of homes in Buiksloterham-Noord are owner-occupied and 37% are rentals, of which 16% of all homes are social housing (woningcorporatie).
Are house prices in Buiksloterham-Noord rising?
Between 2023 and 2025 the average WOZ value in Buiksloterham-Noord rose from €606,000 to €656,000 (+8%); Amsterdam as a whole moved up 0% over the same period. WOZ values lag the current market by about a year.
How old are the homes in Buiksloterham-Noord?
10% of homes in Buiksloterham-Noord were built before 2000 and 90% after. Older buildings can mean higher maintenance and energy costs — check the energy label before bidding.
How far is the nearest train station from Buiksloterham-Noord?
The average distance to a train station from Buiksloterham-Noord is 5.3 km; a large supermarket is 1.2 km away on average.
Is Buiksloterham-Noord an expensive part of Amsterdam?
Yes — homes in Buiksloterham-Noord cost about 30% more than in most of Amsterdam, so budget for competition and possible overbidding.
Is Buiksloterham-Noord good for families with children?
The nearest primary school is 0.7 km away and there are 4 daycare locations within a kilometer. 29% of households here have children at home.
Is there foundation risk in Buiksloterham-Noord?
Buiksloterham-Noord stands out for foundation risk — in built-up areas the national soil map doesn't classify the ground, and city centres often sit on peat. Around 56% of homes here predate 1970, the era when wooden or shallow foundations were common. This says nothing about any individual property: only a physical foundation inspection can establish its condition. Ask for the foundation risk class (A–E) in the valuation report.
Similar neighborhoods in Amsterdam
Closest in price — worth a look if Buiksloterham-Noord is out of reach or you want alternatives.
Source: CBS Kerncijfers wijken en buurten — latest complete release (buurt BU0363NB05) · Updated 2026-08-09. WOZ values are neighborhood averages; individual homes vary.