Skip to main content
Rated 9.8
Amsterdam Housing Market

Amsterdam Housing Market

NVMMVARightmove

Market Data Amsterdam

€8.392
Average price per square meter
€656.770
Average transaction price
5746
Transactions
6,6%
Bid increment
51
Turnaround time (days)

Market Trends

  • The average price per square meter is 4.7% higher than last year.
  • The difference from the asking price is 2.3% on average.
  • The market is gradually stabilizing, with fewer overbids.
  • Fewer transactions indicate a slower market.
Request a Market Report
Market Data Amsterdam
Current Data
Amsterdam at Home Real Estate Agents
Market Analysis

Current home prices in theAmsterdam market in 2026

In the twelve months through September 2026, the average transaction price in Amsterdam was €8,392 per m²—1.0% lower than in the previous twelve months. Buyers paid an average of 6.6% above the asking price, compared with 7.3% a year earlier. So the market has not collapsed, but it is less overheated. That city-wide figure masks the range of prices. For up to €500,000, you’ll often buy a small apartment in the inner belt at a high price per square meter; in Nieuw-West and Zuidoost, prices in the same segment are lower. If you look only at the average, you’ll bid too high or too low. For buyers: base your offer on the neighborhood, not on a city-wide percentage. For sellers: a competitive asking price still attracts bids, but bidding 8 to 10% above the asking price is no longer a given.

Market insight

As an NVM real estate agent, we use the current transaction price per square meter and the overbid percentage for each neighborhood. This way, you’ll know where the market stands in your neighborhood before you make an offer or sell.

Market indicators

The 5 key pillars

Price per square meter
01

Price per square meter

The average asking price per square meter provides insight into price trends for residential properties. The current figure for Amsterdam is shown above in the dashboard.

Transaction price
02

Transaction price

The average transaction price reflects what buyers actually pay. The difference from the asking price indicates how much bidding is still taking place.

Number of transactions
03

Number of transactions

The number of home sales per year provides a good indication of market dynamics. Fewer transactions suggest a slower market and possibly greater caution among buyers.

Bid increment
04

Bid increment

The average percentage above the asking price indicates how competitive the market is. A higher percentage indicates more bidders per property.

Lead time
05

Lead time

The average time on the market indicates how quickly homes are sold. A longer time on the market is typical of a cooling market; a shorter one is typical of a tight market.

Housing market trends

Market trends

Always up to date

The Amsterdam housing market is constantly changing. We keep a close eye on all the trends so we can provide you with the best possible advice.

Market insight

Key trends anddevelopments

The Amsterdam housing market is constantly changing. In addition to standard market figures, various other factors play a role in determining the value and marketability of homes.

  • Trends by Housing Type: Differences between housing types and price ranges are growing. Apartments, single-family homes, and townhouses are not developing at the same pace. There are also significant differences within price ranges.
  • Buyer Protection & Rental Market: Buyer protection limits the subletting of owner-occupied homes and safeguards the housing supply for residents. This can ease pressure on the rental market and influence the sales market.
  • National Mortgage Guarantee: The National Mortgage Guarantee (NHG) limit for 2026 has been set at €470,000. This means that buyers can borrow up to this amount under NHG terms.
  • New Construction & Nitrogen: New construction projects in Amsterdam are facing delays due to nitrogen regulations and grid congestion. This is limiting the supply of new homes and keeping pressure on the existing housing market.
  • Interest Rates & Transaction Timelines: Higher interest rates are slowing down the market: buyers are being more cautious and taking more time, which is noticeably lengthening transaction timelines. The current figures are shown above in the dashboard.
  • NVM Quality Standards: As an NVM real estate agent, we operate in accordance with strict codes of conduct and quality standards. We combine market data, local expertise, and personalized guidance.
Requests

Get our market report

Enter your information and receive the most recent quarterly report for your specific neighborhood in Amsterdam right away.

Quarterly Report

"*" indicates required fields

Language *