Homes for sale in Hollandsche Rading, De Bilt

House prices in Hollandsche Rading: well above the municipal average

Hollandsche Rading is distinctly an owner-occupied area: 81% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes, compared to just 19% rented. That says something about the character of this village. The average WOZ value is €719,000, which is significantly higher than the municipal average of De Bilt (€580,000). Over the past twelve months, 7 homes were sold here for an average of €780,000, with a range of €500,000 to €1,295,000. These are almost exclusively ground-based homes, often detached or semi-detached, with an average living area of 145 m². Apartments are hardly found here. If you want to know how many homes are currently for sale and what the current asking prices are, check the overview at the top of this page.

Hollandsche Rading: forest edge, tranquillity and a close-knit village community

Living in Hollandsche Rading feels different from living in an ordinary Utrecht commuter neighbourhood. The village is nestled between the Utrechtse Heuvelrug and the Loosdrechtse Plassen, surrounded by forest and nature. Residents regularly describe it on the Hollandsche Rading neighbourhood page as a place where you literally have nature on your doorstep. A frequently heard comment: you live there almost as if you are on holiday, but just at home. That is not advertising, that is what people really say about it. The downside that residents mention: the level of amenities is limited, and those used to a supermarket around the corner need to take that into account.

In terms of daily shopping, the village is indeed sparse. There is a small local retail sector, but for a full supermarket you have to rely on Maartensdijk or Hilversum. Children attend the primary school in the village itself, but for secondary education, Bilthoven or Hilversum is the designated route. For sports, the village is well equipped: there are local sports and tennis clubs, and the surrounding forest offers plenty of space for runners, mountain bikers and walkers. The outlying area of Hollandsche Rading also attracts buyers looking for a home with more land and privacy, while the core of Hollandsche Rading offers a slightly more compact village atmosphere.

Accessibility is an important point for those considering buying here. Hollandsche Rading station is on the Utrecht-Hilversum line (Valleilijn), with direct connections to both cities. By train, you are about 25 minutes to Utrecht Central and about 10 minutes to Hilversum. By car, the A27 is quickly accessible, which also makes Amsterdam and Amersfoort easily reachable. Bus line 55 connects the village with the surrounding area. For those who do not need to go to the city daily, this works fine. For daily commuters, it requires a bit more planning than from Bilthoven or Utrecht itself. Read more about the municipal perspective on the page about De Bilt or via the official municipal website of De Bilt.

For whom is buying in Hollandsche Rading realistic?

This village mainly attracts families and those aged 45 and over who consciously choose space, tranquillity and greenery, and can also afford it financially. With an average selling price of €780,000 and a lower limit of €500,000, this is not a starter market. Supply is limited: only a handful of homes are sold per year, so anyone serious about buying must be patient and able to act quickly. In addition to the purchase price, also take into account transfer tax (2% for owner-occupiers) and notary costs. If buying is not feasible now, check the rental homes in Hollandsche Rading as an interim solution.

Comparing with other villages in De Bilt

Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you can compare not only on price but also on living environment. For a broader picture, also look at similar villages such as Maartensdijk, Westbroek or Groenekan. For those also considering more urban options, the overview of homes for sale in De Bilt offers a handy starting point.