Homes for sale in Hunnerberg, Nijmegen

House prices and market figures for Hunnerberg, Nijmegen

The owner-occupied market in Hunnerberg is among the most expensive in Nijmegen. Of the more than 1,940 homes in the neighbourhood, 65% are owner-occupied, giving the area a clear homeowner character. The average WOZ value is €601,000, well above the average of its district neighbour Nijmegen-Oost (€462,000) and more than one and a half times the Nijmegen average of €362,000. That difference is no coincidence: Hunnerberg has many spacious, detached and semi-detached homes on the ice-pushed ridge south of the city.

In the past twelve months, 28 homes changed hands, with an average purchase price of €772,054 and an average living area of 183 m². That works out to around €4,220 per square metre. The range is wide: from €160,000 for a smaller home or apartment to €2,960,000 at the top end of the market. This shows that alongside the large villas, entry-level homes are also available, though supply is limited. See the current overview at the top of this page for the latest asking prices and selling times.

Living in Hunnerberg, Nijmegen

Hunnerberg lies on the Nijmegen ice-pushed ridge, directly south of the city centre. The difference in elevation is literally noticeable: from the higher parts of the neighbourhood you look out over the Waal river and the Gelderland river landscape. This location makes Hunnerberg unique within Nijmegen and largely explains its appeal to buyers seeking space and greenery without leaving the city.

The housing stock consists mainly of larger single-family homes and villas, many built between the 1930s and 1960s. Characteristic 1930s brickwork, wide plots and tall trees along the streets give the neighbourhood a quieter, almost rural character that is less common in other Nijmegen districts. This is also reflected in the population composition: the largest age group is 65-plus (over 1,380 residents), and 64% of residents have a high level of education. Single-person households are the most common, partly explained by older people staying in a large home after their children have left.

For daily shopping, you can go to supermarkets in the adjoining neighbourhoods, as Hunnerberg itself has few commercial facilities at street level. Resident J.F. describes the neighbourhood as "a neat, expensive area with solid people" and adds a caveat: waste collection on some streets could be better. That is a recurring point: the narrow, winding roads on the slope are not always practical for rubbish trucks and delivery services. The neighbourhood scores confirm that facilities (7.2) and cleanliness (7.2) are the lowest-scoring categories, while safety (8.8) and sense of community (8.5) score highly.

Accessibility is reasonable but takes some getting used to. By bike, Nijmegen city centre can be reached in about ten minutes, though the return journey is uphill. Bus services run via Ubbergseveldweg and Groesbeekseweg towards Nijmegen station, from where intercity trains depart for Arnhem, Utrecht and The Hague. By car, you can quickly connect to the A73 and A325 via Graafseweg or Groesbeekseweg. Residents give accessibility a 7.5, a fair score for a neighbourhood that is not directly on a fast public transport axis.

Compared with neighbouring communities such as Kwakkenberg and Hengstdal, Hunnerberg is greener and quieter, but also more expensive and with fewer direct shopping facilities. Those looking for a livelier street scene would sooner look at Bottendaal. For more information about the character of the neighbourhood, the full resident reviews and all district data, see the Hunnerberg neighbourhood page.

Who is a home in Hunnerberg suitable for?

Hunnerberg mainly attracts movers and seniors looking for space, peace and a green environment within walking distance of Nijmegen city centre. The high average purchase price of over €772,000 makes the neighbourhood less accessible for first-time buyers, although smaller homes or apartments are occasionally available at the lower end of the market. Anyone considering buying an apartment in Hunnerberg should expect limited supply in that segment. Honestly, overbidding in this price segment is not uncommon: the combination of scarce supply and high demand makes it a competitive market. Those who want to explore the rental market as an alternative or as an intermediate step will find an overview on the page rental homes in Hunnerberg.

What residents say about Hunnerberg

Residents give Hunnerberg an average of 7.9 out of 10, based on four reviews on Buurtje.nl. Safety scores highest at 8.8, followed by sense of community (8.5) and education (8.2). Resident Rachel describes it as "a very cosy and nice neighbourhood to live in". Facilities and cleanliness score lower, each at 7.2, which aligns with observations about limited shops and waste collection. Read all reviews and sub-scores on the Hunnerberg overview page.

Comparing homes for sale in and around Hunnerberg

Buurtje.nl brings together the housing supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and up-to-date neighbourhood data that you won't find on other platforms. This allows you to compare not only homes but also neighbourhoods. Want to see if another neighbourhood better suits your wishes? Then check out the homes for sale in Nijmegen-Oost or explore other neighbourhoods in the district such as Groenewoud and Galgenveld. For a broader picture of the Nijmegen housing market, see the overview of homes for sale in Nijmegen. More information about living and life in the municipality can also be found on the website of Nijmegen municipality.