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Moving to Almere

Almere is the youngest major city in the Netherlands, built on land that only became dry in 1968. The city offers spacious, modern homes, lots of greenery and a direct connection to Amsterdam - ideal for families looking for space.

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Flevoland
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Neighborhoods and neighbourhoods

Almere consists of several districts. Almere Stad is the center with shops and facilities. Almere Haven has a village atmosphere on the water. Almere Buiten offers spacious family homes. Almere Poort is the newest district with modern architecture.

Cost of living

Almere is considerably more affordable than Amsterdam. Rental prices are between 900 and 1,400 euros per month. Owner-occupied homes are also more accessible - you get more square meters for your money here than in the Randstad.

Education

Almere has more than 70 primary schools and various secondary schools. Windesheim University of Applied Sciences has a branch in Almere. Many residents travel to Amsterdam or Utrecht for higher education.

Healthcare

The Flevo Hospital is the regional hospital. For specialized care, residents travel to Amsterdam (20 minutes by Flevolijn).

Accessibility and transport

The Flevolijn takes you to Amsterdam Central Station in 20-25 minutes. There are also buses to Schiphol and surrounding cities. Almere is designed with wide cycle paths and separated traffic flows.

Moving tips for Almere

Moving to Almere is logistically simple. Wide roads, ample parking spaces and modern homes with elevators or wide stairwells make the process smooth. Report your move via almere.nl.

Moving tips

  • Take the train to Amsterdam for work - the journey time is shorter than many commutes within Amsterdam.
  • Explore the different parts of the city well - they each have their own character.
  • Almere offers self-build plots if you want to build your dream house.

Frequently asked questions

Why do people move to Almere?
The affordability, space, modern homes and fast connection to Amsterdam make Almere attractive. You often get twice as much living space here as in Amsterdam for the same price.

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