Homes for sale in Nieuw-Wassenaar, Wassenaar
Discover homes for sale in Nieuw-Wassenaar and view the current supply, average asking price and time to sell directly at the top of this page.
House prices and market figures for Nieuw-Wassenaar, Wassenaar
Nieuw-Wassenaar is one of the most expensive neighbourhoods in the Netherlands, and the figures leave no doubt about that. The average purchase price over the past year was €2,208,750, with a range of €1,800,000 to €3,900,000. With an average living area of 351 m², this works out at around €6,300 per square metre. These are almost exclusively spacious detached villas and large family homes, no apartments. Of the 562 homes in the neighbourhood, 87% are owner-occupied and only 13% are rented, all from private landlords. There are no social housing properties.
The average WOZ value in Nieuw-Wassenaar is €1,268,000. That is significantly higher than the average for the surrounding district Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente (€1,203,000) and well above the municipal average for Wassenaar (€730,000). This places Nieuw-Wassenaar among the absolute top within an already affluent municipality. The current supply, average asking price and time on market in days can be found at the top of this page.
Living in Nieuw-Wassenaar, Wassenaar
Nieuw-Wassenaar is not a neighbourhood you end up in by chance. You choose it deliberately because you value peace, space and privacy above all else. The neighbourhood is located in the southwestern part of Wassenaar, nestled between extensive dune areas and wooded estates. The homes sit on spacious plots, set back from the road and from each other. Hedges, driveways and trees provide a level of seclusion that you find in few other neighbourhoods in the Randstad.
Residents appreciate that too. On the neighbourhood page for Nieuw-Wassenaar, the area scores an 8.1 out of 10. Green space gets a perfect 10, safety and beauty both score 9.0, and housing stands at 9.5. One resident describes it as follows: "It's a lovely neighbourhood with a great deal of privacy." That sense of space and quiet is what makes the neighbourhood so distinctive compared to more densely built areas such as Oud-Wassenaar or Duindigt met Groenendaal.
The downside of that privacy is that social cohesion is limited. The same resident writes that "there is little contact with neighbours and other local residents because of this privacy." If you are looking for a vibrant neighbourhood community with spontaneous contact on the street, Nieuw-Wassenaar is probably less suitable for you. The community score therefore stands at 6.5.
In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood is sparse. There is no supermarket around the corner and no shopping street within walking distance. For daily groceries, you rely on the centre of Wassenaar, which is a few kilometres away by car. The same applies to schools: education scores an 8.0 in resident reviews, but that means your children will go to school by car or bike. The municipality of Wassenaar provides an overview of schools and municipal facilities in the area on its website.
Accessibility is the neighbourhood's weakest point, with a score of just 5.5. One resident is clear about it: "It's just hard to get to, especially when the Rijksstraatweg is closed or the A44." The A44 towards Leiden and Amsterdam is the main road connection, but during congestion or roadworks, alternatives are limited. Public transport is scarce; there is a bus route via the Rijksstraatweg, but there is no train station in the immediate vicinity. The nearest stations are Leiden Centraal or Den Haag Centraal, both about twenty minutes away by car. For daily commuters, that is a serious consideration.
Compared to other neighbourhoods in the district, such as De Kieviet or Oud-Clingendaal, Nieuw-Wassenaar is the most remote and the most exclusive. The homes are larger, the plots more spacious and the prices correspondingly higher. More information about the broader context can be found on the page for the Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente.
Who is a home in Nieuw-Wassenaar suitable for?
Nieuw-Wassenaar is almost exclusively of interest to buyers with substantial assets and a pronounced preference for peace and space. The largest age group is 45 to 65, with a significant proportion of over-65s as well. Families with children are the most common household type, and 48% of residents are married. First-time buyers and young dual-income couples are out of the picture: the entry price of €1,800,000 and the limited supply of homes (only 8 sales in the past year) mean that buying a home in Nieuw-Wassenaar is reserved for a small group. Those who want to remain flexible or are not yet sure can also look at rental properties in Nieuw-Wassenaar, although that supply is limited. When buying, expect a lengthy sales process and little room for negotiation on the scarce available properties.
What residents say about Nieuw-Wassenaar
The neighbourhood scores an 8.1 out of 10, based on 2 resident reviews. The highest scores go to green space (10), housing (9.5) and safety (9.0). Accessibility (5.5) and community (6.5) pull the average down. One resident sums it up succinctly: "Quiet and relaxed. It's a quiet neighbourhood with lots of privacy and nature, only there is little contact with neighbours and other local residents because of this privacy." You can view all reviews and subscores on the neighbourhood page for Nieuw-Wassenaar.
Comparing homes for sale in and around Nieuw-Wassenaar
Buurtje.nl brings together listings from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood data you won't find anywhere else. This allows you to compare not only homes, but also neighbourhoods. In addition to Nieuw-Wassenaar, Drie Papegaaien and Kerkehout are interesting alternatives within the same district. Those who want to explore a wider area can also look at the Noordoostelijk deel der gemeente or the total supply of homes for sale in Wassenaar.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Nieuw-Wassenaar?
The average purchase price in Nieuw-Wassenaar over the past year was €2,208,750. Prices ranged from €1,800,000 to €3,900,000. With an average living area of 351 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €6,300. These are almost always large detached houses on spacious plots.
What is the WOZ value in Nieuw-Wassenaar?
The average WOZ value in Nieuw-Wassenaar is €1,268,000. This is higher than the average of the surrounding district Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente (€1,203,000) and almost twice the municipal average of Wassenaar (€730,000). Nieuw-Wassenaar is thus one of the most expensive neighbourhoods in the municipality.
What is living in Nieuw-Wassenaar like?
Living in Nieuw-Wassenaar means peace, space and plenty of privacy. The neighbourhood scores 8.1 out of 10 in resident reviews, with highs for green space (10), housing (9.5) and safety (9.0). Social cohesion is limited due to the distance between homes, and accessibility by public transport is a known drawback.
Is Nieuw-Wassenaar suitable for families?
Families with children are the largest household type in Nieuw-Wassenaar. The neighbourhood offers plenty of space, safety and greenery, which is attractive for young children. However, you must take into account that schools and sports clubs are not within walking distance; a car is essential in this neighbourhood. The entry price of nearly €1.8 million makes the neighbourhood financially unattainable for most first-time buyers and young families.
How accessible is Nieuw-Wassenaar?
Accessibility is the neighbourhood's weakest point, with a resident score of 5.5 out of 10. The A44 is the main road connection to Leiden and Amsterdam, but during congestion or closure of the Rijksstraatweg, alternatives are scarce. Public transport is limited; there is no train station in the immediate vicinity. The nearest station is about a twenty-minute drive away.
What types of homes are for sale in Nieuw-Wassenaar?
The supply in Nieuw-Wassenaar consists almost exclusively of spacious detached villas and large single-family homes. Buying an apartment in Nieuw-Wassenaar is virtually impossible; this type of housing is not available here. The average home has an area of 351 m² and sits on a spacious plot. Of the 562 homes in the neighbourhood, 87% are owner-occupied.
How green and safe is Nieuw-Wassenaar?
Nieuw-Wassenaar scores a perfect 10 for green space and a 9.0 for safety in resident reviews. The neighbourhood borders dune areas and wooded estates, and the homes are on large, leafy plots. Residents describe the neighbourhood as quiet and relaxing, with plenty of nature in the immediate vicinity. Crime or nuisance is not mentioned in the reviews.
The neighbourhood is quiet with little contact with the neighbours. It is otherwise relaxed, rich in nature, and of good quality. You are close to The Hague and it's a half-hour drive to Amsterdam. The lack of contact with the neighbourhood has its pros and cons. But it does provide peace. The houses are very closed off from the rest of the street, so there is little contact.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a lovely neighbourhood with a lot of privacy. However, it's difficult to reach, especially when the Rijksstraatweg is closed or the A44. So accessibility is poor and could be improved.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a quiet neighbourhood with a lot of privacy and nature, only there is little contact with neighbours and other residents because of this privacy.
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