Homes for sale in Houten Buitengebied, Houten
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House prices in Houten Buitengebied: well above the municipal average
Houten Buitengebied is a distinct owner-occupied neighbourhood: 61% of the housing stock of 192 homes is owned by residents. The average WOZ value is €705,000, significantly higher than the municipal average of €503,000 for Houten. This difference immediately says something about the type of homes here: no terraced houses or apartments, but predominantly large detached houses and rural farmhouses on spacious plots. In the past twelve months, three homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €1,168,000 and an average living area of 373 m². The range was notably wide: from €131,500 to €2,997,500. Supply is scarce and diverse. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the latest asking prices and selling times. Buying an apartment in Houten Buitengebied is virtually not an option; the supply consists almost entirely of ground-based homes.
Living in Houten Buitengebied: open countryside, long driveways and few neighbours
Those who live in Houten Buitengebied have consciously chosen space and tranquillity. This is not a residential neighbourhood in the traditional sense: there are no shopping streets, no playgrounds on the corner and no neighbours just a few metres away. What there is: meadows, polder ditches, fruit orchards and a silence you won't find in the centres of Houten. Residents of Houten Buitengebied particularly appreciate the space and lack of hustle and bustle. A common sentiment in the reviews is that you can really breathe here, but that you do get in the car for groceries, sports and school. That's an honest point to consider.
Facilities are scarce in the outlying area itself. For daily groceries, you drive to the centre of Houten, where you can find an Albert Heijn, a Jumbo and various other shops in the Rond, the town's central shopping area. Schools for primary and secondary education are also located in the core. Sports clubs such as football club HVV Houten, tennis club LTC Houten and various other clubs are within cycling distance from the edges of the outlying area, but from the more remote addresses you are still reliant on the car. The sub-areas Buitengebied Houten Oost and Buitengebied Houten West each have their own character: the eastern part borders the Lekdijk and has a more agricultural character, the western part lies closer to the built-up area and feels slightly more accessible. Also Hof van Wulven and De Staart are nearby and offer a different living atmosphere for those who are unsure.
Accessibility is relatively good for an outlying area. Houten station is a short drive away and offers direct connections to Utrecht Central in about ten minutes. Via the A27 and A12 you are quickly on the motorway towards Utrecht, Amsterdam or The Hague. Bus connections are limited in the outlying area itself; a car of your own is not a luxury but a necessity. The municipality of Houten has built cycle paths connecting the outlying area with the core, but the distances are considerable for daily use. More information about municipal facilities and plans can be found on the website of the municipality of Houten.
For whom is buying a home in Houten Buitengebied a good choice?
Buying in Houten Buitengebied is reserved for a specific group: movers and seniors with substantial assets or equity, who consciously choose space over urban proximity. The average purchase price of over a million euros and the limited supply make this not a market for first-time buyers. Be prepared to bid above the asking price and for additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-first-time buyers) and notary fees. Those who prefer a more urban living environment can look at Houten Noord-West or Houten Zuid-Oost. Renting is also an option: check the rental homes in Houten Buitengebied as an alternative.
Finding homes for sale in Houten Buitengebied via neighbourhood data and resident reviews
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with neighbourhood data and honest resident reviews, so you not only buy a home but also know what to expect as a neighbour. Also compare adjacent areas such as 't Goy or Houten Noord-Oost, or view the full overview of homes for sale in Houten for a broader picture of the market.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Houten Buitengebied?
In the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Houten Buitengebied was €1,168,000, with an average living area of 373 m². The range was wide: from €131,500 to €2,997,500. These are almost always large detached houses or farmhouses on spacious plots.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Houten Buitengebied?
The average WOZ value in Houten Buitengebied is €705,000. This is significantly higher than the municipal average of €503,000 for the municipality of Houten as a whole. This reflects the type of homes in the area: predominantly large, detached houses in a rural setting.
What kind of homes can you buy in Houten Buitengebied?
The supply consists almost exclusively of ground-based homes: detached houses, villas, and former farmhouses. Buying an apartment in Houten Buitengebied is hardly possible; this type of home does not occur here. The homes are large, with an average sold area of 373 m².
How accessible is Houten Buitengebied by public transport?
Houten station is a short drive away and offers direct train connections to Utrecht Central in about ten minutes. Bus connections in the rural area itself are limited; a car is practically indispensable. Via the A27 and A12, you are quickly on the motorway towards Utrecht, Amsterdam, or The Hague.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Houten Buitengebied?
When buying a home in Houten Buitengebied, standard additional costs apply. Think of transfer tax (2% for buyers over 35 or for homes above the starter exemption limit), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possible estate agent fees. With an average purchase price of over one million euros, these costs can quickly add up to tens of thousands of euros extra.
