Homes for sale in Buitengebied Barneveld, Barneveld
Discover homes for sale in Buitengebied Barneveld: a rural area with detached houses and spacious plots. View the current listings and neighbourhood data on this page.
House prices and market figures for Buitengebied Barneveld, Barneveld
Buitengebied Barneveld is a pronounced buyer's market: 75% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, compared to just 25% rental. That immediately says something about who lives here and what you can expect when looking for a home. The average WOZ value is €587,000, which is significantly higher than the district average of €398,000 and also well above the municipal average of €434,000. This rural area therefore operates in a completely different price range than the residential neighbourhoods around the centre of Barneveld.
Over the past twelve months, five homes changed hands, with an average purchase price of €1,646,800. The range was wide: from €519,000 at the lower end to €2,750,000 for the most expensive transaction. On average, these are homes of 243 m², which works out at a price per square metre of around €6,780. These are not starter figures. This area almost exclusively involves detached houses, farmhouses and estates. Buying an apartment in Buitengebied Barneveld is virtually not an option. For current asking prices and available properties, check the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Buitengebied Barneveld, Barneveld
Buitengebied Barneveld is not a neighbourhood in the traditional sense. There are no shopping streets, no bus stops around the corner and no neighbours five metres away. What there is: space, silence and a rural character that is nowhere else in the Gelderse Vallei so pronounced. The homes are scattered along dykes, sandy paths and agricultural plots. Many are former farmhouses or large detached houses with substantial plots. Construction periods range from historic buildings to new-build villas, but the rural character is palpable everywhere.
In terms of amenities, you need to be realistic. There is no supermarket in the neighbourhood itself. For daily shopping you drive to the centre of Barneveld, about five to ten minutes by car. Barneveld has a full range of amenities, with several supermarkets, primary and secondary schools and sports facilities. The neighbourhood scores a 7.0 for education in resident reviews, which presumably refers to the availability of schools in the immediate vicinity of the municipality. For those with children, Barneveld's school infrastructure is easily accessible from the rural area.
Accessibility by car is reasonable: the A1 and A30 are a short distance away, connecting Barneveld with Amersfoort, Apeldoorn and the Randstad. By train, you go from Barneveld station towards Amersfoort or Apeldoorn. But you can only reach that station from the rural area by car or bike. Public transport therefore scores a meagre 5.0 in resident ratings. If you don't have a car, you'll find it difficult here.
The only available review gives the neighbourhood an average of 5.5. Resident Kay writes honestly: "Very religious, if you look different people aren't very nice to you, plus it often stinks of death due to a feed factory near the north I think, otherwise nice nature within a short distance and very quiet but there's also nothing to do there." That is an honest portrait of what the rural area is and isn't. The social community is close-knit but also closed, and the agricultural environment occasionally brings smells that are not pleasant for everyone. Green scores an 8.0, and that's right: the surroundings are beautifully open with meadows, forests and heathland within cycling distance. But community (4.0) and housing (4.0) score low, which fits a sparsely populated area with little supply and a specific social dynamic. View all reviews and neighbourhood data on the page for Buitengebied Barneveld.
Compared to neighbourhoods like Centrum Barneveld or the Staatsliedenwijk, life here is completely different. No neighbours to borrow a cup of sugar, no pub on the corner. Those who are looking for exactly that will find something in the rural area that the urban neighbourhoods don't offer. Garderen and Kootwijkerbroek are also rural alternatives within the municipality, but with a slightly more compact village centre and more social structure.
Who is a home for sale in Buitengebied Barneveld interesting for?
This is not a neighbourhood for first-time buyers or people with a limited budget. The average purchase price of almost €1.65 million speaks for itself. Those who buy here are usually movers or entrepreneurs with their own capital, looking for space, privacy and a large plot. Families who value outdoor play, keeping animals or running their own business from home fit well into this landscape. But be honest with yourself about the social environment: the neighbourhood has a pronounced religious character that not everyone finds comfortable. If you prefer to rent, you can also look at rental homes in Buitengebied Barneveld, although supply there is limited.
What residents say about Buitengebied Barneveld
The neighbourhood receives an average resident score of 5.5 out of 10, based on one review. Green stands out positively with an 8.0, education scores a 7.0 and safety a 6.0. On the other hand, community and housing both score a 4.0, and accessibility a 5.0. Kay describes the neighbourhood as quiet with nice nature, but also as socially closed and sometimes literally smelling of agricultural activity. If you want to see all reviews and subscores, go to the neighbourhood page for Buitengebied Barneveld with all resident reviews and district data.
Compare homes for sale in and around Buitengebied Barneveld
Buurtje.nl bundles supply from more than 1,500 sources and combines it with resident reviews and current district data, so you not only find a home but also know what you're buying in terms of neighbourhood. In addition to supply in the rural area, you can also look at homes for sale in the Barneveld district or the full overview of homes for sale in the municipality of Barneveld. Rural alternatives within the municipality can be found in Voorthuizen and Terschuur. For municipal information about the rural area, zoning plans and agricultural regulations, consult the website of the municipality of Barneveld.
Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Buitengebied Barneveld?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Buitengebied Barneveld was €1,646,800. The range ran from €519,000 to €2,750,000. On average, the sold homes are 243 m² in size, which works out to a price per square metre of approximately €6,780. These are exclusively detached houses and estates, no apartments or terraced houses.
What is the WOZ value in Buitengebied Barneveld?
The average WOZ value in Buitengebied Barneveld is €587,000. That is considerably higher than the district average of €398,000 and also above the municipal average of €434,000. This reflects the type of homes in the rural area: large detached properties on spacious plots.
What is it like to live in Buitengebied Barneveld?
Living in Buitengebied Barneveld means space, tranquillity and a pronounced rural character. There are no shops or public transport in the immediate vicinity. The social environment is close-knit but also closed, with a strong religious character. Residents appreciate the nature (score 8.0), but are less satisfied with the community (4.0) and accessibility (5.0). The overall resident score is 5.5 out of 10.
Is Buitengebied Barneveld suitable for families with children?
Families who value space and outdoor living may fit well in the rural area. The neighbourhood has a relatively high number of households with children and the labour participation rate is high (76%). Schools are available in the nearby centre of Barneveld, which is a few minutes' drive away. However, be aware of the socio-religious environment, which may not be comfortable for every family.
How accessible is Buitengebied Barneveld?
By car, the rural area is reasonably accessible: the A1 and A30 are a short distance away and connect Barneveld with Amersfoort, Apeldoorn and the Randstad. Barneveld station is accessible by car or bicycle, but not on foot from the rural area. Public transport is limited and scores a 5.0 in resident reviews. A car is almost indispensable here.
What type of homes are for sale in Buitengebied Barneveld?
The supply consists almost exclusively of detached houses, former farmhouses and estates. Buying an apartment in Buitengebied Barneveld is not a realistic option. The construction periods vary widely, from historic properties to modern villas. On average, these are homes of 243 m² with large plots. The total housing stock comprises 718 homes, of which 75% are owner-occupied.
Does it really smell of manure or animal feed in Buitengebied Barneveld?
That is a legitimate question for anyone considering buying a home here. One resident reports in their review that there is an animal feed factory in the area that can cause odour nuisance. In an agricultural rural area, agricultural smells are simply part of the picture. How strong and how frequent that smell is varies by location within the rural area. A visit at multiple times of day and in different wind directions is advisable before deciding to buy a home.
Very religious, if you look different people aren't very nice to you, plus it often stinks of death because of a feed factory near Noord I think, otherwise nice nature within a short distance and very quiet but there's also nothing to do there.
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