Neighborhood Profile

Properties in Poppenbüttel

Spacious plots of land, excellent sports and leisure facilities – families are drawn to this green district.

Median purchase price

$6,450/m²

Type of living space

220 – 480 m²

Land area

700 - 1,800 m²

Year-over-year value appreciation

+ 3,8 %

About the situation

Living at Alster run

The Alster also flows through Poppenbüttel. Here, the river doesn't divide, it connects: both banks are lined with spacious single-family homes on extensive garden plots and shape the character of the district. The Alster river invites you to go paddling, jogging, and hiking. The airport and city center are quickly reachable by car and S-Bahn. The Alstertal shopping center (AEZ) is one of the most important shopping destinations in the region.

What sets Poppenbüttel apart

Alstertal location

Occasionally, properties extend to the Alster river; hours-long walks through the idyllic Alstertal

Alstertal Shopping Centre (AEZ)

AEZ is a leading shopping mall in the north, with over 200 high-quality stores, a market hall, and diverse dining options.

Family Life in the Alstertal

Good schools, sports clubs, diverse leisure activities, and a safe environment make Poppenbüttel a popular location for families.

Plenty of space for large single-family homes

Large plots of land over 1000 m² are not uncommon here, often with mature trees and protected privacy.

About the situation

Who is Poppenbüttel for? the correct address is

Young families

Families with children can thrive here: single-family homes with space, plenty of green areas, good schools, and shopping opportunities.

Sports enthusiasts

Running, cycling, tennis, hockey – sports enthusiasts have a choice here. There is also a golf course nearby.

Commuting professionals

Living in the countryside, but reliably and quickly reaching the airport and the city center with the main train station via the S-Bahn.

Infrastructure & Lifestyle

What is Poppenbüttel Everyday life makes out

Schools & Education

Childcare facilities and elementary schools
Carl von Ossietzky High School
European neighborhood school
Music school
S-Bahn to Hamburg University and Colleges

Sports & Clubs

Klipper Tennis and Hockey Club
Uhlenhorst Hockey Club (also Tennis)
Private Fitness Clubs with Spa Area
Golf Club Treudelberg
Swimming school

Nature & Culture

Alstertal with hiking trails
Sasel-Park, Hummelsbüttler Moor
Poppenbüttel Market Square
Wandsbeker Forest (vicinity)
Alstertal Park Residence Amphitheater

Gastronomy & Catering

Alstertal Shopping Centre
Weekly market
Outdoor dining in Alstertal
Bars and restaurants with international cuisine

Connection

Living green, fast into the city

Suburban train

S1 Poppenbüttel — Final stop

Autobahn

A1 in 8 min., A24 in 12 min.

Airport

Airport in 18 min by car

Main Station

In 30 minutes with the S1

Market data

The market in Poppenbüttel

Current Median Figures — Curated by Hamburg Sotheby’s. As of May 2026.

$6,450/m²

Median purchase price

~92 days

Marketing media

+ 3,8 %

Price development

Adjacent locations

Hamburg's Green North

Volksdorf

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Your contact person

Eike C. Schulz

Director Hamburg | Real Estate Professional

+49 174 64 888 64

eike.schulz@hamburg-sothebysrealty.com

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