Homes for sale in Essesteijn / Weiden, Leidschendam-Voorburg

House prices and market figures Essesteijn / Weiden, Leidschendam-Voorburg

House prices in Essesteijn / Weiden are noticeably lower than the average for the surrounding district and the municipality. The average WOZ value in this neighbourhood is €280,000, while the district average for Essesteijn is €377,000 and the municipal average for Leidschendam-Voorburg is €380,000. That difference is significant and makes Essesteijn / Weiden one of the more affordable neighbourhoods within the municipality.

Over the past twelve months, 16 homes were sold here at an average purchase price of €414,938. Sale prices ranged from €250,000 to €719,500, with an average living area of 98 m². That works out at around €4,235 per square metre. The housing stock consists of 38% owner-occupied homes and 62% rental homes, a large proportion of which are owned by housing associations. The supply of owner-occupied homes is therefore relatively limited, making the market sensitive to competition for popular properties. See the current supply and average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent situation.

Living in Essesteijn / Weiden, Leidschendam-Voorburg

Essesteijn / Weiden is a quiet, predominantly older residential neighbourhood on the west side of the Essesteijn district. The buildings mostly date from the 1970s and 1980s and consist mainly of porch flats, gallery flats and a smaller number of ground-level terraced houses. This also explains the relatively low WOZ values compared to the rest of the district. The streets are green, with many trees and small parks between the housing blocks, giving the neighbourhood a certain tranquillity despite the urban environment.

The population composition is striking: of the 875 residents, almost half are 65 or older. You notice that in the atmosphere. It is not a neighbourhood where there is much street life in the evening, but residents appreciate the peace and social cohesion that has grown over the years. Single-person households are the largest category, which fits with the presence of smaller apartments.

For daily shopping you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. The Essesteijn shopping centre, with a supermarket and various shops for daily needs, is within cycling distance. For a larger range of shops, the Stadshart of Zoetermeer or the centre of Leidschendam is accessible. Green space is well represented in the immediate vicinity: the Vlietland recreation area and the Vliet itself are a short distance away, and the Weidse Polder offers space for walking and cycling.

In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood is reasonably well served. Bus lines connect Essesteijn / Weiden with Leidschendam-Voorburg station and Voorburg 't Loo station, from where you can reach Den Haag Centraal by train in about ten minutes. By car, the A4 and N14 are easily accessible, making connections to The Hague, Leiden and Zoetermeer smooth. Parking is free and reasonably available on most streets, although it can be busier around the flats during peak times.

Residents describe the neighbourhood as pleasant and quiet, with a good mix of amenities for those who do not want too much hustle and bustle. On the neighbourhood page of Essesteijn / Weiden you can read all reviews and neighbourhood scores. One resident writes: "It's nice and quiet here and the neighbours know each other. Not the trendiest neighbourhood, but pleasant to live in." Compared to neighbouring neighbourhoods such as Essesteijn / Gaarden or Essesteijn / Tuinen, Weiden has a more subdued character, with fewer new builds and a slightly older population. Anyone looking for an affordable entry point within the district will quickly look here.

Who is a home in Essesteijn / Weiden interesting for?

This neighbourhood best suits buyers who value peace and affordability over appearance. First-time buyers buying an apartment in Essesteijn / Weiden can enter relatively cheaply compared to the rest of the municipality. Seniors who want to live in a quiet environment with good public transport connections and nearby care facilities will also find what they are looking for here. Families with young children will be less likely to choose this neighbourhood, given the limited supply of ground-level family homes and the older population composition. Keep in mind that the supply of owner-occupied homes is limited and that homes can be snapped up quickly at an attractive price. If you want more flexibility or are still unsure, you can also look at rental homes in Essesteijn / Weiden as an intermediate solution.

What residents say about Essesteijn / Weiden

Residents appreciate the neighbourhood mainly for its peace, green surroundings and accessibility. Scores for safety and liveability are generally good, although there are also comments about the outdated state of some flat buildings and the limited dining options in the immediate vicinity. One resident sums it up aptly: "Everything is close by, it's quiet and you know your neighbours. I don't need more." See all reviews and sub-scores on the overview page of this neighbourhood, where the scores per category are also displayed.

Comparing homes for sale in and around Essesteijn / Weiden

On Buurtje.nl you will find homes for sale in Essesteijn / Weiden from more than 1,500 sources, combined with resident reviews and neighbourhood data that you will not find anywhere else in one place. This way you can not only compare the supply, but also assess the neighbourhood itself before planning a viewing. Would you like to look more broadly? Then also compare the supply in Nieuw Essesteijn / Zijdezigt or Essesteijn / Dreven, or view the total overview of homes for sale in Essesteijn. For an even broader orientation, you can also look at districts such as Prinsenhof or the total overview of all homes for sale in Leidschendam-Voorburg. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Leidschendam-Voorburg.