Homes for sale in Noordhove-Oost, Zoetermeer

House prices and market figures for Noordhove-Oost, Zoetermeer

Noordhove-Oost is predominantly a home-owning neighbourhood: 72% of the more than 2,000 homes are privately owned, significantly higher than the Zoetermeer average. The WOZ value is €420,000, slightly above the district average for Noordhove (€413,000) and clearly above the municipal average of €357,000. This difference says something about the quality of the homes and the attractiveness of this part of the neighbourhood.

Over the past twelve months, 39 owner-occupied homes changed hands, with an average sale price of €640,385. The range is wide: from €375,000 to €1,695,000, indicating that Noordhove-Oost includes both larger terraced houses and detached houses on larger plots. The average living area was 136 m², which works out to a price of approximately €4,700 per square metre. That is substantial, but fits with the larger homes that dominate here. For current asking prices and the current supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page, which is updated daily.

Living in Noordhove-Oost, Zoetermeer

Noordhove-Oost is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the west side of Zoetermeer, built in the 1980s and 1990s. The streets are spacious, with plenty of greenery in between, and the homes are predominantly single-family houses: semi-detached, corner houses and detached houses on generous plots. There are hardly any apartments, which gives the neighbourhood a distinct character. Anyone wanting to buy an apartment in Noordhove-Oost will find that the supply is limited.

The neighbourhood has over 5,100 residents, with the largest group being between 45 and 65 years old. You can also feel this in the atmosphere: it is quiet, the gardens are well-maintained, and people know each other. Long-term residents are not uncommon. Ria Groenendijk-Verveer has lived there since 1988 and writes: "Cosy and few problems, I've lived here since 1988 and don't want to leave. There is a neighbourhood association with lots of activities." She gives the neighbourhood an 8.1 and calls her neighbours a great support. That says something about the social character of Noordhove-Oost, something you don't find everywhere in Zoetermeer.

For daily shopping, you rely on the Boerhaavelaan shopping centre, a minute's bike ride from most addresses in the neighbourhood. For a larger selection, the Westermarkt shopping centre in the Meerzicht district is accessible, or the city centre of Zoetermeer with the Stadshart. Residents indicate that the local shopping centre could use a bit more attention, which is also reflected in Ria's review.

In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores highly: residents give accessibility a 9.0. That is justified. Zoetermeer has its own light rail connection (the RandstadRail, lines 3 and 4) that takes you to Den Haag Centraal in about twenty minutes. The nearest stops for Noordhove-Oost are Boerhaavelaan and Afrikaweg. By car, the A12 is quickly accessible, making the connection to The Hague, Gouda and Utrecht smooth. Cyclists find well-maintained paths towards the centre and surrounding neighbourhoods.

Green space scores the lowest in the resident rating at 6.0, although the neighbourhood itself is certainly not drab. The green space is mainly in the gardens and the wide verges along the roads, but a large park is lacking in the immediate vicinity. Education scores a 9.0, partly thanks to the presence of primary schools within walking distance.

Compared to Noordhove-West, Noordhove-Oost has slightly higher prices and a slightly quieter character. Anyone wanting to view the neighbourhood in a broader context can also look at the total supply of owner-occupied homes in Noordhove. More information about the neighbourhood, including all resident reviews and neighbourhood data, can be found on the Noordhove-Oost neighbourhood page.

Is a home in Noordhove-Oost right for you?

Noordhove-Oost primarily appeals to families and home-movers. The homes are spacious, the neighbourhood is safe (score 9.0) and there are good schools in the area. With an average sale price of over €640,000, this is no longer a starter neighbourhood. First-time buyers who still want to buy in Zoetermeer would do well to look at other neighbourhoods such as Centrum, Seghwaert or Buytenwegh de Leyens, where entry-level prices are lower. Would you rather rent first to get to know the neighbourhood? Then check out the rental homes in Noordhove-Oost as an intermediate step. Keep in mind that the supply in Noordhove-Oost is limited: only a few dozen homes are sold per year, so acting quickly pays off.

What residents say about Noordhove-Oost

Residents rate Noordhove-Oost an average of 8.1 out of 10. The highest scores go to safety (9.0), accessibility (9.0) and education (9.0). Green space (6.0) is the only point that scores clearly lower. Ria Groenendijk-Verveer, a resident for over 35 years, sums it up aptly: "Cosy and few problems. There is a neighbourhood association with lots of activities." Want to read all the reviews and leave a review yourself? You can do so on the neighbourhood page of Noordhove-Oost.

Compare owner-occupied homes in Noordhove-Oost with other neighbourhoods

On Buurtje.nl you will not only find the current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources, but also neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data that you won't find anywhere else in one place. This way you can really compare whether living in Noordhove-Oost suits you, or whether another neighbourhood is a better fit. Also check out the supply in Meerzicht or explore the full overview of owner-occupied homes in Zoetermeer. More background on the district can be found on the Noordhove district page. Want to know what the municipality of Zoetermeer itself says about living and facilities in the city? On the municipal website you will find up-to-date information about plans and services.