What happens when there’s a bidding war in Amsterdam? Here are the current figures by neighborhood and where homebuyers will make a difference in March 2026

In short: How much will homes be overpriced in Amsterdam by 2026?

In March 2026, bids in Amsterdam will average between 8% and 13% above the asking price, depending on the neighborhood and price range. In popular neighborhoods, this can reach 15–20%, while in quieter areas, bids sometimes exceed the asking price by only 0–5%.

Prices remain stable, yet bidding wars are fierce throughout Amsterdam

The average home price per square meter has remained surprisingly stable over the past year in nearly all of Amsterdam’s neighborhoods. Yet in March 2026, there will be fierce bidding wars across the city, from north to south, from the city center to De Baarsjes. How is that possible?

The answer: more and more homes are coming onto the market with a strategically set asking price. This encourages bids, often well above the asking price. This gives the impression of skyrocketing prices, but in reality, the average price per square meter remains virtually unchanged. The headlines about bidding wars obscure the fact that Amsterdam home prices as a whole are simply holding steady.

Major Neighborhoods in Amsterdam: Overview and Links to Each Neighborhood

(Figures as of March 2026)

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Conclusion & Recommendations

In March 2026, bidding wars will still be a reality in Amsterdam, but you’ll get better results with the right preparation, neighborhood data, and a proven buying or selling strategy.

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Bidding wars in Amsterdam’s sub-neighborhoods in 2026

What do these figures mean for you as a buyer?

For example:

• In neighborhoods like Indische Buurt and Dapperbuurt (where 15–16% of bids are higher than the asking price), you often have to bid aggressively right away
• In Nieuw-West and Noord (8–10%), there is more room for negotiation
• In the >€1M segment, overbidding drops to 2–5% → less competition

Forecast: will continue to prices in Amsterdam in 2026?

Bidding wars in Amsterdam are expected to continue into 2026, even if average home prices per square meter do not rise sharply everywhere. This is mainly because sellers are still strategically positioning their homes on the market to generate significant interest and multiple offers. At the same time, interest rates determine the maximum amount buyers can borrow, while the limited housing supply and lagging new construction keep pressure high in popular neighborhoods. As a result, overbidding will remain a key part of the bidding strategy in many parts of Amsterdam in 2026.