Homes for sale in Het Noorden, Zwolle
View the current supply of homes for sale in Het Noorden, Zwolle. On this page you will find all available properties, current prices and neighbourhood data.
House prices and market figures Het Noorden, Zwolle
The owner-occupied market in Het Noorden is small but remarkably active. Of the 1,214 homes in the neighbourhood, only 20% are owner-occupied, the rest are rental properties, most of which are owned by a housing association. This makes the supply of owner-occupied homes in Het Noorden scarce, and this is reflected in the prices. In the past twelve months, 14 homes changed hands at an average purchase price of €439,036. The range runs from €295,000 to €1,289,500, indicating that in addition to ordinary terraced houses, the occasional special or larger home also comes onto the market. With an average living area of 85 m², this works out at a price of over €5,100 per square metre. The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €184,000, significantly lower than the district average for Diezerpoort (€236,000) and well below the Zwolle average of €344,000. This difference is due to the predominantly social housing stock, which depresses the WOZ value. If you want to know which homes are currently available and what the current asking prices are, check the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Het Noorden, Zwolle
Het Noorden is a compact, urban neighbourhood on the north side of the Diezerpoort district. It is not a neighbourhood you would describe as green or quiet, but rather as lively and raw urban. The buildings consist largely of porch flats and gallery flats from the 1960s and 1970s, supplemented by a number of terraced houses. The streets have a dense, compact layout and the public space is functional without much frills. This gives the neighbourhood a no-nonsense character.
The population composition is young and diverse. The largest age group consists of people between 25 and 45 years old, but the proportion of young people between 15 and 25 is also strikingly high (440 people). Over 80% of households live alone, which fits with the high concentration of smaller rental homes. The average income is €25,900, lower than the Zwolle average, but this also reflects the tenant population. Nevertheless, 41% of residents have a high level of education, indicating a mixed audience.
For daily shopping you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. Within walking distance you will find supermarkets and small shops on the Ceintuurbaan and in the immediate vicinity of Zwolle city centre. The city centre itself is within ten minutes by bike. Zwolle station is about fifteen minutes away by bike, with direct connections to Amsterdam, Utrecht and Groningen. The neighbourhood is well served by bus via the Ceintuurbaan. By car, you can quickly head towards Apeldoorn or Ommen via the N35, and the A28 is within a few minutes' reach.
Primary schools are available in the immediate vicinity of the Diezerpoort district. For secondary education, several schools are accessible in Zwolle city centre. Sports facilities are available through clubs in the wider district and the nearby Aa-landen.
Residents particularly appreciate the central location and the low threshold for entering the city. On the neighbourhood main page of Het Noorden you can read all resident reviews and neighbourhood scores. One resident wrote: "You literally live here in the middle of the city, everything is close by, but you have to like a bit of urban bustle." That sums it up well. Recurring criticisms are parking nuisance, the state of public space and the social issues visible in parts of the neighbourhood. It is a neighbourhood in transition, with a mix of long-term residents and newcomers.
Compared to neighbouring neighbourhoods such as Schildersbuurt and Dieze-Centrum, Het Noorden has a rougher character, but also lower entry prices. Bagijneweide and Bollebieste are somewhat quieter in nature. Those looking for more urban allure can also look at the Binnenstad or Assendorp.
Who is a home in Het Noorden interesting for?
Het Noorden mainly attracts buyers who consciously choose a central, urban location without paying the top price of Zwolle city centre. Starters find relatively affordable entry-level homes here, although supply is limited and selling prices have risen in recent years. Investors are active in the neighbourhood due to the large proportion of tenants and the central location. Families with children are less likely to choose this neighbourhood because of the limited green space and flat buildings. Be honest with yourself: if you are looking for peace and space, Het Noorden probably does not suit you. Those considering the neighbourhood as a tenant rather than a buyer can also view the rental properties in Het Noorden. The supply of rental homes here is considerably larger.
What residents say about Het Noorden
Residents give Het Noorden mixed but honest ratings. The location and accessibility generally score well, while the living environment and safety score lower. One resident described the neighbourhood as: "Conveniently located, affordable, but you have to accept the neighbourhood as it is, not as you want it to be." The scores per category and all recent reviews can be found on the overview page of Het Noorden, including an overall rating from residents.
Compare homes for sale in and around Het Noorden
On Buurtje.nl you will not only find the current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources, but also resident reviews and neighbourhood data that you will not find anywhere else in one place. This way you can directly compare a home for sale in Het Noorden with the supply in the wider Diezerpoort district or more broadly in Zwolle. If you want to know how the municipality is handling the development of this neighbourhood, you can find more information on the website of Zwolle municipality. Also compare neighbourhoods such as Wipstrik or Kamperpoort-Veerallee to get a good picture of what is for sale in the city.
Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Het Noorden, Zwolle?
In the past twelve months, 14 homes were sold in Het Noorden at an average purchase price of €439,036. Prices ranged from €295,000 to €1,289,500. The average living area was 85 m², resulting in a price of over €5,100 per square metre. Supply is limited, so anyone looking to buy a home in Het Noorden would do well to act quickly.
What is the WOZ value in Het Noorden?
The average WOZ value in Het Noorden is €184,000. That is significantly lower than the average in the Diezerpoort district (€236,000) and well below the municipal average of Zwolle (€344,000). This lower level is linked to the large number of social housing units in the neighbourhood, which drag down the average value.
What is it like living in Het Noorden, Zwolle?
Het Noorden is a compact, urban neighbourhood with a no-nonsense character. The area largely consists of flat buildings from the 1960s and 1970s and has a young, diverse population. The location is central and accessibility is good, but the neighbourhood also faces challenges in terms of living environment and social issues. It is a neighbourhood for people who enjoy urban living and are not looking for peace and greenery.
Is Het Noorden suitable for first-time buyers looking to purchase a home?
Het Noorden can be interesting for first-time buyers due to the relatively lower entry prices compared to other Zwolle districts, but the supply of owner-occupied homes is small. Only 20% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes, so few homes come onto the market. First-time buyers looking for more choice could also consider neighbourhoods such as Schildersbuurt or Dieze-Centrum, or the broader supply in Diezerpoort.
How accessible is Het Noorden?
Het Noorden is conveniently located relative to the centre of Zwolle, which can be reached by bicycle in about ten minutes. Zwolle Station is about a fifteen-minute bike ride away, with direct trains to Amsterdam, Utrecht and Groningen. By bus, the neighbourhood is well served via the Ceintuurbaan. By car, you can quickly connect to the N35 and A28.
What type of homes are for sale in Het Noorden?
The housing supply in Het Noorden consists mainly of apartments in porch and gallery flats from the 1960s and 1970s, supplemented by a limited number of terraced houses. The average sales area over the past period was 85 m². Detached homes or spacious single-family homes rarely come onto the market. Those looking to buy an apartment in Het Noorden have the best chance of success.
Is there a lot of parking nuisance in Het Noorden?
Parking is a frequently mentioned point of concern among residents of Het Noorden. The compact, urban layout of the neighbourhood and the high housing density mean that parking spaces on the streets are limited. Residents regularly report in reviews that parking, especially in the evenings, can be difficult. Those who depend on a car would do well to take this into consideration.
