Living in Twiske-West
Twiske-West is urban but not overwhelming, and the housing is dominated by single-family houses (77%), which is what draws settlers rather than passers-through.
At 6,869 residents per km² the buurt is busy without being packed.
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 Twiske-West
At €568,000 average WOZ value, Twiske-West ranks 144 out of 426 Amsterdam neighborhoods on price — 12% pricier than most of the city. That premium is the location speaking. For scale: Amsterdam's cheapest buurt averages €42,000 and its priciest €2,286,000, so Twiske-West sits in the middle of the pack.
Average WOZ value per year (CBS). The reference date lags the current market by ±1 year.
2023: €553,000 · 2024: €553,000 · 2025: €568,000
The direction of the market: between 2023 and 2025 the average WOZ value here rose from €553,000 to €568,000, up 3% — roughly in step with the rest of the city. WOZ values lag the market by about a year, but the trend itself is reliable.
With 66% of homes owner-occupied, this is a settled buyers' neighborhood — homes change hands regularly, and you can usually find recent comparable sales on the same street to anchor your bid. Settled also means slower: owners here tend to stay, so the best houses may only list once a decade.
Who lives here
Demographically, Twiske-West is dominated by established households in the 45-to-65 bracket (31% of its 2,505 residents), followed by 25-to-45 year olds at 23%. 44% of households have children at home, so expect school runs, playgrounds in use, and neighbors who stay put. The average household counts 2.4 people.
As for who your neighbors would be: 33% of households are among the country's highest earners — which helps explain both the café density and the bidding behavior; average income per resident is €34,000 a year.
Daily errands, coffee and dinner
Day to day: the nearest large supermarket is about 5 minutes' walk; dining out means a short trip: only 2 cafés or restaurants sit within a kilometer.
The practical checklist most buyers forget to make: pharmacy 10 min walk · GP 10 min · hospital 3.4 km · library 0.8 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 7 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 6-minute bike ride, which Dutch teenagers do in all weather.
Getting around
Getting around: the nearest train station is 7.0 km out, so day-to-day life here leans on the car or bus; a highway on-ramp 1.5 km away makes car trips easy — check whether through-traffic noise reaches the street you're considering; car ownership is moderate (1.0 per household).
Energy and running costs
94% of homes were built before 2000. Two identical-looking houses on the same street can differ by hundreds of euros a month once heating is counted — the energy label tells you which one you're looking at, and lenders increasingly price it into your mortgage too.
Before you bid in Twiske-West
Before you bid in Twiske-West: 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, family neighborhoods like this one turn over slowly; when a good house appears it often goes to the first serious, well-prepared bidder.
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 Twiske-West a good neighborhood to live in?
That depends on what you're looking for. Twiske-West suits families with children best; it's a weaker match for first-time buyers and buyers after city buzz. The average home value is €568,000 (12% pricier than most of Amsterdam) and the neighborhood has 2,505 residents. Ultimately the specific street and home matter more than the neighborhood average.
What is the average home value in Twiske-West?
The average home value (WOZ waarde) in Twiske-West, Amsterdam is €568,000, based on the official CBS neighborhood statistics.
Is Twiske-West mostly owner-occupied or rental?
66% of homes in Twiske-West are owner-occupied and 34% are rentals, of which 30% of all homes are social housing (woningcorporatie).
Are house prices in Twiske-West rising?
Between 2023 and 2025 the average WOZ value in Twiske-West rose from €553,000 to €568,000 (+3%); 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 Twiske-West?
94% of homes in Twiske-West were built before 2000 and 6% after. Older buildings can mean higher maintenance and energy costs — check the energy label before bidding.
How far is the nearest train station from Twiske-West?
The average distance to a train station from Twiske-West is 7.0 km; a large supermarket is 0.4 km away on average.
Is Twiske-West an expensive part of Amsterdam?
Yes — homes in Twiske-West cost about 12% more than in most of Amsterdam, so budget for competition and possible overbidding.
Is Twiske-West good for families with children?
The nearest primary school is 0.6 km away and there are 4 daycare locations within a kilometer. 44% of households here have children at home.
Is there foundation risk in Twiske-West?
Twiske-West 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 31% of homes here predate 1970, the era when wooden or shallow foundations were common. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, the risk of pile rot in this neighbourhood is very low. 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 Twiske-West is out of reach or you want alternatives.
Source: CBS Kerncijfers wijken en buurten — latest complete release (buurt BU0363NA04) · Updated 2026-08-09. WOZ values are neighborhood averages; individual homes vary.