Homes for sale in Buitengebied Heino, Raalte

House prices and market figures for Buitengebied Heino, Raalte

Buitengebied Heino is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood: as much as 90% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes, and social housing is completely absent here. That says something about the character of this area. The average WOZ value is €484,000, which is significantly higher than the average in the district Heino (€378,000) and well above the municipal average of Raalte (€369,000). This rural area is therefore one of the most expensive residential areas in the municipality.

Over the past twelve months, 10 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €431,750. The selling prices ranged from €325,000 to €598,000. The average living area was 84 m², which amounts to a price of over €5,140 per square metre. The supply consists mainly of detached houses and farmhouses on spacious plots, no apartments. For current asking prices and selling times, you can consult the overview at the top of this page, which is updated daily.

Living in Buitengebied Heino, Raalte

Those who live in Buitengebied Heino have consciously chosen space and tranquillity. This is not a residential area with terraced houses or new-build blocks, but a rural area with scattered farmsteads, farmhouses, and homes that often stand on spacious plots. The buildings are varied: from converted farmhouses with characteristic barns to detached houses from the 1980s and 1990s. Some properties have been in the same family for generations and rarely come onto the market, which keeps supply limited.

The immediate surroundings consist largely of meadows, fields and forest plots. This makes it attractive for people who want to live in the countryside without being far from a village. The village of Heino itself is within cycling distance, and there you will find daily amenities: a supermarket, primary schools, a GP practice and a number of sports clubs including football club DESO. For more extensive shopping or specialist shops, most residents drive to Raalte, about ten minutes away, or to Zwolle, which is about twenty minutes by car via the N35.

In terms of public transport, the rural area is less well served. Heino station is within cycling distance for some residents, but those who travel by train daily must allow for an extra step. Bus connections are limited; most residents rely on the car. That is a fair disadvantage that you must weigh up if you are considering buying a home here.

The neighbourhood mainly attracts families and those aged 45 and over who consciously choose more space and less hustle and bustle. This is also reflected in the demographic composition: the largest age group is 45 to 65 years, and almost half of households are married. Compared to Heino Centrum, where village life is more present, or Heino Zuid, which is more compact and family-friendly, the rural area offers more privacy and larger plots, but less walking distance to amenities.

On the neighbourhood main page of Buitengebied Heino you will find resident reviews and scores per category. Residents particularly appreciate the peace and nature on their doorstep. One resident writes: "You really feel like you live in the countryside here, but Heino is still accessible by bike. That's the perfect balance for us." Residents are sometimes less satisfied with the limited bus connections and the fact that you need the car for almost everything. The municipality of Raalte is working on accessibility in the rural area; current plans can be found at raalte.nl.

Who is a home for sale in Buitengebied Heino interesting for?

This is not a neighbourhood for first-time buyers with a limited budget. With an average selling price of €431,750 and a WOZ value of €484,000, buying in Buitengebied Heino is reserved for movers, people with equity, or buyers who consciously choose a detached house in the countryside. Families looking for space for children and animals, and those aged 45 and over who prefer peace over urban bustle, fit well with this area. Supply is scarce: on average, only a handful of homes are sold per year. Anyone seriously wanting to buy a home in Buitengebied Heino would do well to act quickly when something becomes available. As an alternative, there are also rental homes in Buitengebied Heino available, although that supply, at 10% of the stock, is also limited.

What residents say about Buitengebied Heino

Residents of Buitengebied Heino are generally satisfied with their living environment. On the neighbourhood page you will find all ratings and scores per category, such as green space, safety and accessibility. Nature and tranquillity score highest. One resident puts it this way: "Here you really live with space around you. In the evening you only hear the birds, and that's exactly what we were looking for." Criticism usually focuses on the dependence on the car and the limited public transport. These are structural characteristics of a rural area, not temporary problems.

Comparing homes for sale in and around Buitengebied Heino

Buurtje.nl bundles the supply from more than 1,500 sources and links it to resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only compare a home but also understand the neighbourhood. Would you like to explore other neighbourhoods in the district? Then also take a look at De Kampen, Kiezebos or the homes for sale in Heino as a whole. If you want a broader search area, you can also look at districts such as Luttenberg or Nieuw Heeten, or explore the full range of homes for sale in Raalte.