Ooyerhoek, Zutphen
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Laakse Hof sits in the leafy Ooyerhoek neighbourhood, a quiet part of Zutphen where gardens and greenery set the tone. With 202 m² of living space and an energy label A, it is both roomy and efficient. At €865,000 it is the most expensive of the seven homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood and sits 89% above the average asking price, a price that reflects its size and quality. For context, detached houses in Zutphen vary widely, but this one stands out.
Ooyerhoek is a spacious, green neighbourhood with mostly families and older residents. Three residents have shared their thoughts, and the picture is mixed. One resident says: "Lots of green, easily accessible, not too busy." Another notes: "People are always curious when something happens; you often see them watching from their gardens. There are a handful of nice people, but also a few who complain about everything." A third sums it up: "It's cosy now, but I've had a number of problems in the past." The neighbourhood Ooyerhoek has a strong sense of community, though some find it a little closed off.
A park is just around the corner, perfect for a morning stroll. For groceries, the Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and the Lidl and Jumbo are within a ten-minute walk. Families will find two primary schools nearby: Openbare Basisschool De Fontein and Christelijke Basisschool Arcade, both within walking distance. Secondary education is a bit further, with Isendoorn College about a ten-minute walk. The municipality Zutphen offers all the essentials without the bustle of a city centre.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Eggink Maalderink Makelaars and Funda. The asking price is €865,000.
Details of this home
Laakse Hof 8, Zutphen
Good · 3 residents
People are always curious when something happens; you often see them watching from their gardens. There are a handful of nice people, but also a few who complain about everything and are quite mean about it. I don't know most people. Everyone mostly keeps to themselves.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's cosy now, but I've had a number of problems in the past. Still some now.
Auto-translated to English by AILots of green, easily accessible, not too busy. Downside: increasingly fewer nice neighbours
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About Laakse Hof 8, Zutphen
At €865,000, this is the most expensive home currently for sale in Ooyerhoek and 89% above the neighbourhood average of €458,429. However, it is also 64% larger than the average home in the area (202 m² vs 123 m²) and has an excellent energy label A. Homes in this neighbourhood sell quickly, typically within 16 days, which suggests demand is strong. Whether it is fair depends on how much the extra space and efficiency are worth to you.
Ooyerhoek is a green, quiet neighbourhood with a mix of families and older residents. Based on three resident reviews, the area is appreciated for its greenery and accessibility, though some note that neighbours can be a bit reserved or that the community has changed over time. The neighbourhood has a low crime rate (38 total offences) and is moderately urban, with a density of 1,426 addresses per km².
The nearest train station is 4.0 km away. That is about a ten-minute drive or a 20-minute cycle.
Two primary schools are within walking distance: Openbare Basisschool De Fontein (758 m) and Christelijke Basisschool Arcade (873 m). For secondary education, Isendoorn College is about 1 km away. There are also several other schools within 5 km, including special education options.
The closest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 1.1 km, followed by Lidl at 1.3 km and Jumbo at 1.4 km. All are within a 15-minute walk or a short cycle. There are 11 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of choice.
This home has energy label A, which means it is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, 83.3% of homes have label A, and none have a lower label than B. So you can expect low heating costs and a comfortable indoor climate.
Homes in Ooyerhoek sell on average within 16 days, which is quite fast. This suggests a competitive market where well-priced homes do not stay available for long. The current listing is the most expensive in the neighbourhood, so it may take a bit longer.
5 homes in the neighbourhood Ooyerhoek