Homes for sale in Buitengebied Emst, Epe
Discover homes for sale in Buitengebied Emst: a quiet, green neighbourhood with detached houses on spacious plots. View the current listings and asking prices directly on this page.
House prices and market figures for Buitengebied Emst, Epe
House prices in Buitengebied Emst are significantly higher than in the rest of the municipality. The average WOZ value is €669,000, while the average in the Emst district is €550,000 and the municipal average for Epe is €439,000. This difference is no coincidence: the rural area consists almost exclusively of detached houses on spacious plots, a type of home that is scarce and sought-after throughout the Netherlands.
In the past twelve months, six homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €1,169,167. The range ran from €875,000 to €1,895,000, indicating how diverse the supply is. With an average living area of 213 m², this works out to a price of around €5,490 per square metre. Buying apartments in Buitengebied Emst is practically not an option: the supply consists almost entirely of detached country houses, farmhouses and villas. Of the 685 homes in the neighbourhood, 87% are owner-occupied and only 13% are rental, all owned by private landlords. View the current supply and asking prices at the top of this page.
Living in Buitengebied Emst, Epe
Describing living in Buitengebied Emst as 'quiet' does it an injustice. It is downright silent here. The neighbourhood consists of scattered farmsteads, long driveways, hayfields and woodland, nestled between the Veluwe and the IJssel valley. You can drive for kilometres without encountering a shop or traffic light. That is precisely why people consciously choose to live here, and also why it is not for everyone.
The housing stock is diverse: you will find old farmhouses converted into homes, 1970s villas on large plots, and occasionally newer detached houses. Terraced houses or apartments are not found here. The plots are large, the gardens too, and privacy is one of the most frequently mentioned assets among residents.
As for amenities, you have to be honest: the rural area itself has virtually none. For daily groceries, you drive to the centre of Emst or the village of Epe, where there is a Plus and a Jumbo. Primary schools such as the Regenboogschool in Emst and secondary education in Epe are accessible by car or bicycle, although the bike ride on the country lanes takes some getting used to. Sports clubs such as football club SV Epe and tennis club LTC Epe are within a short distance. The Veluwe literally starts behind the fence: walking and mountain biking routes begin from the driveway.
Accessibility by car is good. Via the N794 and N309 you are quickly on the A50 towards Apeldoorn or Zwolle. Apeldoorn is about a twenty-minute drive away, Zwolle thirty minutes. Public transport is limited: bus routes in the rural area do not run frequently and there is no train station in the immediate vicinity. The nearest station is Apeldoorn. For daily commuters using public transport, this neighbourhood is therefore less suitable.
Residents value space, nature and peace above all else. On the main neighbourhood page for Buitengebied Emst you will find all resident reviews and neighbourhood scores. One resident writes: "You really live out here, no neighbours opposite, no street noise, just space and greenery around you. But don't forget that you need the car for everything." The latter is a recurring point in the reviews: the dependence on the car is described both as a disadvantage and as a conscious choice.
Compared to Kern Emst, the rural area is much less densely populated and more expensive, but also much greener and quieter. Those looking for more village cosiness with still a green character would be better off looking at the centre. For those who truly want distance from the inhabited world, this rural area is the logical choice within the municipality.
Who is a home for sale in Buitengebied Emst interesting for?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts families and middle-aged people who consciously choose space and privacy, and who do not need daily public transport use. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years old, which matches the profile of movers or people returning from the city to the countryside. First-time buyers and young families with a tight budget will find little here: the entry price is around €875,000 and supply is limited. Anyone considering buying a home in Buitengebied Emst would do well to act quickly as soon as something becomes available, because only a handful of homes are sold per year. If the prices are too high, there are also rental homes in Buitengebied Emst available, although that supply is equally scarce.
What residents say about Buitengebied Emst
Residents rate the neighbourhood positively, particularly in terms of greenery, peace and living quality. Lower scores are given for the level of amenities and accessibility without a car. One resident sums it up succinctly: "You don't buy a house here, you buy a lifestyle. Everything is far away, but that's exactly why we live here." View all reviews and sub-scores on the page for Buitengebied Emst, including scores per category such as safety, greenery and atmosphere.
Compare homes for sale in and around Buitengebied Emst
Buurtje.nl bundles supply from more than 1,500 sources and adds neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, information you won't find in one place on other platforms. This way you can compare not only homes, but also neighbourhoods. Besides this rural area, homes for sale in Emst are also worth a look if you are looking for something with more village amenities. For a broader picture of the housing supply in the region, you can also look at Vaassen, Oene or the total supply of homes for sale in Epe. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of municipality Epe.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Buitengebied Emst?
The average purchase price in Buitengebied Emst over the past year was €1,169,167, based on six sold homes. Prices ranged from €875,000 to €1,895,000. With an average living area of 213 m², this works out to about €5,490 per square metre. These are almost exclusively detached houses and country estates.
What is the WOZ value in Buitengebied Emst?
The average WOZ value in Buitengebied Emst is €669,000. This is significantly above the district average of Emst (€550,000) and well above the municipal average of Epe (€439,000). The high level reflects the type of housing on offer: large detached houses on spacious plots in a rural setting.
What is it like to live in Buitengebied Emst?
Living in Buitengebied Emst means choosing peace, space and nature. The neighbourhood consists of scattered farmsteads and farms between the Veluwe and the IJssel valley, with little traffic and plenty of greenery. Residents appreciate the privacy and direct access to walking and cycling routes. The lack of amenities and reliance on the car are cited as drawbacks.
Is Buitengebied Emst suitable for families with children?
The neighbourhood has a relatively large group of residents aged between 45 and 65, but there are also families with children. Primary schools and sports clubs are accessible in Emst and Epe, but only by car or bike along country lanes. For families who value space and nature more than proximity to amenities, this can be an attractive choice. The high entry price makes the neighbourhood less accessible for young families on a limited budget.
How accessible is Buitengebied Emst?
By car, accessibility is reasonable: via the N794 and N309 you are quickly on the A50, with Apeldoorn about twenty minutes away and Zwolle thirty minutes. Public transport is limited; bus services in the rural area are infrequent and the nearest train station is in Apeldoorn. For daily commuters without a car, this neighbourhood is therefore less practical.
What types of homes are for sale in Buitengebied Emst?
The supply consists almost exclusively of detached houses: think converted farmhouses, country estates and villas on large plots. Buying terraced houses or apartments in Buitengebied Emst is not realistic; these types of homes do not occur here. The homes have an average living area of 213 m² and were mostly built in the second half of the twentieth century, with occasional newer construction.
How many homes are sold annually in Buitengebied Emst?
Over the past year, six homes were sold in Buitengebied Emst. This is a limited number, meaning supply is scarce and homes do not stay on the market long. Anyone wanting to buy a home in Buitengebied Emst would be wise to act quickly as soon as something becomes available and to have financing in place in advance.
