Homes for sale in Berkhout, Lisse
Discover homes for sale in Berkhout and view the current supply, current asking prices and selling times directly at the top of this page.
House prices and market figures Berkhout, Lisse
In Berkhout, just over half of the housing stock is owner-occupied: 52% owner-occupied homes versus 48% rental. That rental share is relatively high for a neighbourhood in Lisse, partly explained by the large share of private landlords (42%). The average WOZ value is €372,000, which is noticeably lower than the district average for Centrum (€419,000) and also below the municipal average for Lisse (€405,000). Berkhout is thus one of the more affordable neighbourhoods in the municipality, although the WOZ values do not tell the whole story about what you actually pay.
Actual selling prices are significantly higher. In the past twelve months, six homes changed hands, with an average purchase price of €994,333. The range was wide: from €439,000 to €1,695,000. With an average living area of 210 m², that works out at a price of around €4,735 per square metre. This indicates that these are mostly spacious, detached or semi-detached homes, not small starter apartments. Supply is limited and the market moves slowly. For current asking prices and availability, check the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Berkhout, Lisse
Berkhout is a quiet, green neighbourhood on the south side of Lisse town centre. Its character is village-like and understated: wide streets, plenty of greenery, and homes predominantly dating from the 1960s and 1970s. You will mainly find single-family homes, detached houses and semi-detached houses. Apartments are scarce. The neighbourhood has no distinct shopping street or busy square, but that is precisely what many residents appreciate here.
The location is one of Berkhout's strongest assets. Lisse town centre, with supermarkets, shops and eateries, is within walking distance. This makes the neighbourhood comfortably liveable without needing the car for daily errands. At the same time, Berkhout borders open, green areas. The Keukenhofbos forest and surrounding dykes are accessible by bike or on foot, giving the neighbourhood a sense of space that you miss in more urban parts of Lisse. Lisse's sports fields are also nearby, handy for families with children who play sports.
One resident describes it as: "Perfectly within walking distance of the village (centre). Close to sports fields and nature spots (Keukenhofbos and the dykes). Also very safe." That safety is confirmed in the scores: on the Berkhout neighbourhood page, the neighbourhood scores a 9.0 for safety, the highest of all sub-scores. The overall score stands at a solid 8.0.
Accessibility scores an 8.0. Berkhout has no train station of its own, but bus connections take you to Sassenheim and Hillegom, from where you can catch the train to Amsterdam or The Hague. By car, via the N208 you are quickly on the A44, the link road between Amsterdam and The Hague. Cyclists are well served: Lisse is compact and almost everything is reachable by bike.
For education, the neighbourhood scores a 6.0, the lowest sub-score. There are primary schools in the immediate vicinity of Lisse, but for secondary education children must go to neighbouring municipalities such as Hillegom or Noordwijkerhout. That is something for families to consider.
Compared to neighbouring areas such as Blokhuis and Het Vierkant, Berkhout has a slightly quieter, more residential character. The Bloemenbuurt is a bit closer to the centre. For a broader comparison with the wider district, the page for homes for sale in Centrum provides a good overview of what the district as a whole has to offer.
Does a home for sale in Berkhout suit you as a buyer?
Berkhout mainly attracts movers and seniors. This is also visible in the figures: the largest age group is 65-plus (695 out of 1,510 residents), and single-person households are the most common. The homes are spacious, but so are the prices. With an average selling price of nearly one million euros and a lower limit of €439,000, buying a home in Berkhout is not an option for starters with a limited budget. If you still want to live in the area but find the owner-occupied market too tight, you can look at rental homes in Berkhout as an alternative. Supply is limited, so acting quickly pays off when something suitable becomes available.
What residents say about Berkhout
Berkhout receives an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, based on resident reviews. The highest scores go to safety (9.0), sense of community (9.0) and amenities (9.0). Education is the only point of concern with a 6.0. One resident writes: "I think it's fantastic here. I previously lived in the Vogelwijken in Lisse but found that less well located than my current home." All reviews and neighbourhood data can be found on the Berkhout overview page.
Compare homes for sale in and around Berkhout
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Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Berkhout?
In the past twelve months, six homes were sold in Berkhout, with an average purchase price of €994,333. Prices ranged from €439,000 to €1,695,000. With an average living area of 210 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €4,735. These are predominantly larger single-family homes and detached houses, not small apartments.
What is the WOZ value in Berkhout?
The average WOZ value in Berkhout is €372,000. That is lower than the district average of Centrum (€419,000) and also below the municipal average of Lisse (€405,000). Berkhout is therefore relatively affordable on paper, although actual transaction prices are significantly higher due to the type of homes.
What is it like living in Berkhout?
Living in Berkhout is quiet and green, with a village character. The neighbourhood is within walking distance of the centre of Lisse and borders the Keukenhofbos and the polder dikes. Residents highly value the safety and sense of community. The overall resident score is 8.0 out of 10, with highs in safety (9.0) and amenities (9.0).
Is Berkhout suitable for seniors or families?
Berkhout is particularly a neighbourhood for seniors and downsizers. More than 46% of residents are aged 65 or older, and single-person households are the most common. Families can also live well here thanks to the proximity of sports fields and green spaces, but should take into account the lower education score (6.0): for secondary education, children must go to neighbouring municipalities.
How accessible is Berkhout?
Berkhout does not have its own train station, but is connected by bus to Sassenheim and Hillegom, where you can transfer to the train towards Amsterdam or The Hague. By car, you can quickly access the A44 via the N208. Within Lisse, everything is easily reachable by bike. Residents give accessibility an 8.0.
What type of homes are for sale in Berkhout?
The supply in Berkhout mainly consists of single-family homes, detached houses, and semi-detached houses. The homes were predominantly built in the 1960s and 1970s and have an average living area of 210 m². Buying an apartment in Berkhout is rarely possible; this type of home is hardly present here.
Is Berkhout a safe neighbourhood?
Safety is the highest-scoring category in Berkhout: residents give a 9.0. One resident writes that the neighbourhood is 'enormously safe' and considers this one of the major advantages compared to other neighbourhoods in Lisse. The quiet, residential layout of the neighbourhood likely contributes to this.
I think it's fantastic here. I used to live in the bird neighbourhoods in Lisse but found that less well located than my current home. Perfectly within walking distance of the village (centre). Close to the sports fields and nature spots (Keukenhofbos and the dikes). Also very safe, which isn't too difficult with a police station near your home. The police are also present and during their opening hours they are always open to questions and comments. A cosy and close-knit neighbourhood. In short: a top neighbourhood.
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