Homes for sale in Dieren, Rheden
View the current supply of homes for sale in Dieren, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, and find a home that suits you.
What does a home in Dieren cost?
The owner-occupied market in Dieren is accessible compared to many other places on the Veluwe, but it is certainly not cheap here. In the past twelve months, 114 homes were sold for an average purchase price of €416,276, with a range from €215,000 to €1,300,000. The average floor area was 118 m². The WOZ value in Dieren is €328,000, which is slightly below the municipal average of €346,000 for Rheden. This makes Dieren a relatively affordable option within the municipality. About 60% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, the remaining 40% is rental. Check the current listings and asking prices at the top of this page, as these naturally vary from week to week.
Living in Dieren: green, accessible and sometimes rough around the edges
Dieren is a village of contrasts. It is nestled between the Veluwe forests and the floodplains of the IJssel, and you notice that green character everywhere. At the same time, it is not a picture-perfect postcard without flaws. Residents on the neighbourhood page of Dieren give the village a 5.8 out of 10, and that average tells an honest story. Education scores highest with a 7.0, accessibility gets a 6.5, but beauty (5.2) and sense of community (5.5) fall short. Resident Wilma, who has lived there for 42 years, writes: "The neighbourhood has deteriorated rapidly in a short time. I see the impoverishment and poorly maintained houses and surroundings." That is a sentiment you hear more often, especially in parts of Dieren-Zuid below the railway line. On the other hand, resident Martin calls his neighbourhood "nice to live in", although he points out speeders in 30 km/h zones and uneven pavements due to root growth.
In terms of amenities, Dieren has a compact but complete centre around Callunaplein and Wilhelminaweg, with an Albert Heijn, Jumbo and various specialist shops. There are several primary schools, including De Beatrix and De Dierense Schoolvereniging, and for secondary education children usually go to Dieren itself (Rhedens) or to Arnhem. Sports club SV Dieren and tennis club De Koepel offer sports facilities, and the Kolkbos and Hof te Dieren estate are within walking distance for a run or walk.
Accessibility is a strong point. Dieren station is on the Arnhem-Zutphen line, and you are at Arnhem Central in a quarter of an hour. By car, via the N348 you quickly reach the A348 towards the A12 and A50. Bus lines connect Dieren with Velp, Rheden village and Zutphen. If you want to buy in the northern part, you can look at the listings above the railway line, which are closer to the forests. If you are looking for more peace and quiet, Spankeren and Laag-Soeren are worth considering, although the supply there is more limited. For those who want to compare with other villages in the municipality, also check the listings in Velp or Rheden village.
Is Dieren right for you as a buyer?
With an average purchase price around €416,000, buying a home in Dieren is achievable for movers and dual-income couples, but for first-time buyers with a modal income of €34,000 it becomes tight. Buying an apartment in Dieren can start from around €215,000, which lowers the entry point. The large group of over-65s (4,645 residents) and single-person households (2,860) means that existing single-family homes regularly become available. Do take into account additional costs: transfer tax (2%), notary and valuation fees quickly add up to €10,000 to €15,000. Be honest about the state of maintenance, because not all homes are well kept. If buying is not an option, then check the rental homes in Dieren as an alternative.
Finding and comparing owner-occupied homes in Dieren
On Buurtje.nl you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district statistics, so you not only buy a house but also know what to expect from the neighbourhood. Compare Dieren with surrounding villages or zoom in on specific neighbourhoods such as Ellecom or the forest area around Dieren. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Rheden. Also view all owner-occupied homes in the municipality of Rheden.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Dieren?
In the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Dieren was €416,276. Prices ranged from €215,000 to €1,300,000, depending on type and location. The average living area was 118 m².
How does the WOZ value of homes in Dieren compare to the municipality of Rheden?
The average WOZ value in Dieren is €328,000. This is below the municipal average of Rheden (€346,000). Dieren is therefore one of the more affordable cores within the municipality to buy a home.
What additional costs do I have when buying a house in Dieren?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay 2% transfer tax (for owner-occupation), notary costs, appraisal costs, and possibly advisory and mortgage costs. Expect around 4-6% extra on top of the purchase price. For a home of €416,000, this amounts to approximately €17,000 to €25,000.
Is buying an apartment in Dieren possible for first-time buyers?
Yes, the entry price for an apartment in Dieren starts around €215,000. With a modal income of €34,000, this is tight without savings or existing equity. Dual-income households have a better chance. Keep in mind any homeowners' association (VvE) contributions for apartments.
How is the accessibility of Dieren by public transport?
Dieren has its own train station on the Arnhem-Zutphen line. The train to Arnhem Central takes about 15 minutes. There are also bus connections to Velp, Rheden, and Zutphen. By car, via the N348 you quickly reach the A348 and A12.
It is a beautiful, quiet neighbourhood, surrounded by nature. There are some spots where you wouldn't want to walk in the evening, but these are relatively few. The people are very involved with each other and have many mutual connections. However, people drive quite fast on the streets.
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople regularly drive too fast through the street (30 km/h zone), which does not improve road safety. Also, pavements are uneven due to tree root growth. The older generation in particular experiences inconvenience from this. Perhaps something can be done about this?
Auto-translated to English by AIImpoverished and high crime rate
Auto-translated to English by AIIn itself there is little contact with neighbours, but you can change that yourself by seeking contact.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood has deteriorated rapidly in a short time. I've lived here for 42 years and see the dilapidation and poor maintenance of the houses and surroundings. The residents are also hardening in their behaviour, lots of arguments and noise. I no longer enjoy living here and would very much like another home in a different neighbourhood.
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