This is the most popular city among house hunters in the Netherlands

Looking for a home in the Netherlands isn’t an easy mission, especially in big cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague. That’s why Dutchies are looking for their future homes elsewhere. 👀

Where, you ask? According to the AD, the small city of IJsselstein in the province of Utrecht was one of the top Dutch cities on Funda for the first nine months of the year. 

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In October, a whopping 408,240 Funda searches were made for the 63 houses listed for sale in IJsselstein.

This makes the city of 33,000 inhabitants the most sought-after destination for house hunters in the Netherlands.

Although, in absolute terms, larger cities such as Amsterdam and Utrecht naturally have higher numbers of searches (who’s surprised), “IJsselstein has the highest number of views per home and is therefore most popular on Funda”, Claire Verhagen of Funda tells the AD.

But… why is this place so popular?

Bart Rietveld, born in IJsselstein and chairman of the local Historical Society, says he is not surprised by his town’s success on Funda, claiming that he “would be surprised if it wasn’t the case”. 

Rietveld accredits IJsselstein’s success to the town’s many attractive qualities. 🏠

Though small, it has all the amenities that one would find in a larger city, all wrapped up in a small area.

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With its “cultural history and beautiful old city centre”, IJsselstein remains authentic and important to the people living in or around it, says Rietveld. 

Its inherent charm and tranquillity are characteristics highly appealing to many looking to get away from the chaotic city life — and we understand why. 🧘🏻‍♀️

Let’s talk numbers

The AD reports that there were 63 houses for sale in IJsselstein at the beginning of November.

On a small budget? Then a two-bedroom apartment on Schapenstraat right in the city centre might be the right fit for you — for sale at just €245.000.

For comparison, even a parking space in Amsterdam’s centre could cost you more than double that. 😬

More to spend? Then opt for a charming country house on the Klaphek, where you can “enjoy the ultimate holiday feeling every day” for sale at… €3.3 million.

Would you consider living in IJsselstein? Let us know in the comments below.