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Amsterdam house prices fall faster than national average, but overbidding remains the norm

House prices in Amsterdam fell by 5.8% in the first quarter of 2026, a sharper decline than the 2.7% drop seen nationally across the Netherlands. This trend is driven by an increase in supply as investors sell rental properties and buyers remain cautious due to high interest rates and inflation. Despite the price drop, overbidding remains the norm in most city districts, particularly in Amsterdam West and North.

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