Apartments for sale in Arnhem

Arnhem has two faces on the housing market

Arnhem is not a uniform city. On one hand, you have the stony city centre and the post-war neighbourhoods around the centre, on the other hand, green neighbourhoods on the ice-pushed ridge with detached houses. For those looking to buy an apartment, this means: the supply varies widely in architectural style, location and price. Apartments in Arnhem come in all shapes and sizes, from 1930s maisonettes to new-build complexes along the Rhine.

The market is in the mid-range segment. This makes the city more accessible than the Randstad, but competition is certainly present. Those who want to act quickly must understand the market well. View the current supply and current price development via all homes for sale in Arnhem at the top of this page.

Apartments in Arnhem are relatively popular among first-time buyers, young dual-income couples and people who consciously choose low maintenance. The supply is reasonably balanced between rental and owner-occupied, which means that as a buyer you don't always lose out to large investors. But tight market or not: you have to be on top of it.

What you need to know before making an offer

Buying an apartment is different from buying a ground-based home. A few points to consider that specifically apply to this type:

• Homeowners' Association (VvE). Always request the annual accounts. A VvE without a reserve fund or with deferred maintenance can cost you dearly later. Also check whether the VvE is active: a dormant VvE is a risk.
• Deed of division and house rules. This states what you can and cannot do (renting, renovating, pets). Read this before you make an offer, not after.
• Surface area and mortgage. Banks take a strict view of apartments under 40m². Some lenders do not finance these or only partially. Have this checked in advance by a mortgage advisor.
• Service costs. These come on top of your mortgage payments. High service costs also affect your maximum mortgage, because lenders take them into account.
• Response speed. Popular apartments in Arnhem are sometimes online for only a few days. Set up your search and respond quickly. Use the free Buurtje.nl app (App Store) or Buurtje.nl app (Google Play) for push notifications as soon as new supply appears. The app is completely free.
• Structural survey. For apartments in older complexes, a structural survey is advisable, even if it concerns a floor and not an entire building. Foundation problems or leaks affect the entire building.
• Parking. Arnhem has paid parking or permit areas in many neighbourhoods. Check whether a parking space is included with the apartment or what the permit costs are in the relevant neighbourhood.

What determines the price of an apartment in Arnhem?

Concrete amounts can be found in the overview at the top of this page. What you can take into account in your expectations:

• Location relative to the centre and the NS stations (Arnhem Centraal and Velperpoort) has a major influence.
• Construction period matters. Pre-war apartments with high ceilings and characteristic details are generally valued higher than post-war flats.
• The state of the VvE and the reserve fund depress or increase the asking price.
• Outdoor space (balcony, terrace, garden) makes a substantial difference, especially after the increased demand for it.
• New-build in Arnhem generally falls into the higher segment, but offers better energy labels and lower service costs in the long term.

Also view the reviews and neighbourhood data of Arnhem for a broader context about the city and its neighbourhoods.

Neighbourhoods to seriously consider

Arnhem has a number of neighbourhoods that consistently score high on resident satisfaction. Below is a selection with neighbourhood scores and a brief description:

• Alteveer/Cranevelt (9.3/10). Quiet, green neighbourhood on the ice-pushed ridge. Few apartments, but when something becomes available, demand is high.
• St. Marten/Sonsbeek (8.5/10). Close to Sonsbeek Park, many characteristic buildings from the early twentieth century. Popular with people who want to combine greenery and urbanity.
• Velperweg and surroundings (8.4/10). Good connections, mix of old and new. Reasonable supply of apartments in various price ranges.
• Arnhemse Broek (8.6/10). Quiet residential neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. Less busy than the centre neighbourhoods, but easily accessible.
• Vredenburg/Kronenburg (8.1/10). More urban character, popular with young buyers. Supply here is relatively varied.

Nijmegen as an alternative

Those who don't find something quickly in Arnhem sometimes look at the region. Nijmegen is about 20 minutes away and has its own active apartment market. The city has a large student population and therefore also a wide supply of smaller owner-occupied apartments. View the supply of apartments in Nijmegen as a supplement to your search.

Buying an apartment in Arnhem requires preparation, patience and speed at the right moment. Make sure your financing is in order, you know your documents and your notifications are on.