3 homes for sale in neighbourhood Buitengebied, Lisse

House prices and market figures Buitengebied, Lisse

House prices in Buitengebied are at a completely different level compared to the rest of Lisse. Of the 239 homes in this neighbourhood, 74% are owner-occupied, which already says something about its character: this is not a neighbourhood for renters, but for owners who consciously choose to live here. The average WOZ value is €527,000, well above the district average of €431,000 and the municipal average of €405,000. That difference is large and has everything to do with the type of property located here.

In the past twelve months, three homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €2,950,000. The range ran from €950,000 to €3,950,000, indicating that these are exclusively spacious, detached country houses and farmhouses. With an average living area of 442 m², this works out to a price of approximately €6,675 per square metre. That is exceptional for the region, but also understandable given the plots, the location and the unique character of the properties. Available supply is scarce and variable; the current overview at the top of this page gives the most recent status.

Living in Buitengebied, Lisse

The Buitengebied of Lisse is not just any residential area. Here you live outside, literally. Think open polder strips, agricultural plots, greenhouse complexes and here and there a detached country house or a renovated farmhouse behind a long driveway. The buildings are scattered, the plots are large and the distance to neighbours is considerable. That is precisely why people choose to buy in Buitengebied: it is about space, peace and distance from the built-up area.

The neighbourhood has 570 residents, the largest group of whom are between 45 and 65 years old. Families with children are the most common household type, and 42% of residents are married. This is not a neighbourhood you end up in by chance; people live here deliberately and often for a long time. One resident describes it aptly: "I have lived here all my life. I love living more remotely in nature." That feeling of living away from the hustle and bustle is the core of what this area offers.

Accessibility scores notably high at 9.0. Lisse is conveniently located relative to the N208 and N443, giving you quick access to Haarlem, Leiden or the A44. Public transport is more limited; the nearest train stations are Hillegom or Sassenheim, both a few kilometres away. By car you get there quickly, but living in Buitengebied without a car is difficult. Cyclists do have good connections to the centre of Lisse and the bulb region.

Facilities also score a 9.0. That may sound surprising for a rural area, but Lisse has a compact and complete centre within a short drive, with supermarkets, shops and eateries. The Keukenhof is also in the immediate vicinity, giving the neighbourhood a special regional appeal. Schools are available in the centre of Lisse, although the walking distance from the rural area is large; parents typically drive or cycle their children. The sub-scores for education (6.0) and housing (6.0) reflect that: the supply is limited and access requires planning.

Green space rightly scores a 9.0. The surroundings consist largely of bulb fields, meadows and ditches. In spring, the bloom of the tulip and daffodil fields around the neighbourhood is spectacular. This also attracts tourists, which is noticeable on the narrow roads during the high season. The community scores a 7.0; people know each other, but the mutual bond is not intense. The resident quoted earlier also mentions a point of concern: in recent years, more labour migrants have come to the neighbourhood, which sometimes causes nuisance in the evenings. That is an honest signal that potential buyers can weigh up. View all ratings and neighbourhood data on the neighbourhood main page of Buitengebied.

Anyone comparing Buitengebied with other neighbourhoods in the district will immediately notice the difference. Halfweg and De Engel are more compact, more village-like neighbourhoods with a different type of housing supply and lower prices. Ter Beek and 3e Poellaan are closer to the built-up area and more accessible for first-time buyers and young families. Buitengebied is a category apart, both in price and lifestyle. For a broader picture of owner-occupied homes in Buitengebied as a whole, including all sub-neighbourhoods, the district page is a good starting point.

Who is a home for sale in Buitengebied suitable for?

This is not a neighbourhood for first-time buyers or people on a median income. With purchase prices starting around €950,000 and rising to nearly €4,000,000, the supply is aimed at affluent home-movers, entrepreneurs or people who consciously choose space and peace in the bulb region from another area. The labour participation rate of 73% and an average income of €39,200 per household indicate that people here do not necessarily have high top incomes, but that is partly due to long-term residents who have lived here for decades. Anyone wanting to buy a home in Buitengebied now must reckon with scarce supply, high entry thresholds and a market where transactions rarely occur. Keep a close eye on the supply at the top of this page. Those wanting more choice in a lower price segment can also look at Lisse Noord or the Centre of Lisse.

What residents say about Buitengebied, Lisse

Residents give Buitengebied an average score of 7.5 out of 10, based on submitted reviews via Buurtje.nl. The highest scores go to accessibility (9.0), green space (9.0) and facilities (9.0). Housing (6.0) and education (6.0) score less well. A long-term resident writes: "I have lived here all my life. I love living more remotely in nature. There is not really a bond with the neighbours, we know each other." That image of a quiet, independent living environment without a close neighbourhood culture fits the character of the area. Read all reviews and view the full neighbourhood data on the page of Buitengebied.

Compare homes for sale in and around Buitengebied, Lisse

Buurtje.nl bundles supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and current district data. This way you can not only filter by price or surface area, but also assess whether a neighbourhood suits your lifestyle before scheduling a viewing. Compare Buitengebied with other districts via the page for homes for sale in Lisse as a whole, or see what the district Buitengebied has to offer further. For general information about living and residing in the municipality, you can also visit the website of municipality Lisse. Those who also want to explore Lisse Zuid as an alternative will find a different type of supply in a quieter living environment closer to the village.