Homes for sale in Noordhove, Zoetermeer

House prices in Noordhove: well above the Zoetermeer average

Noordhove is a home-ownership neighbourhood par excellence: 66% of the more than 3,500 homes are owner-occupied, the rest are rented out via a housing association or private landlord. The average WOZ value is €413,000, which is clearly higher than the municipal average of €357,000 for Zoetermeer. That difference reflects the character of the neighbourhood: relatively spacious single-family homes, plenty of greenery and a quiet location on the edge of the city. Those who bought a home in Noordhove in the past year paid an average of €665,746. The range runs from €375,000 to €1,795,000, indicating that alongside affordable terraced houses, detached villas also come onto the market. The average living area of 148 m² confirms that this is not a neighbourhood of small apartments. At the top of this page you can see the current listings and the average asking price at this moment.

Living in Noordhove: parks, tranquillity and a critical note on amenities

Living in Noordhove feels for many residents like a conscious choice for peace and space. The neighbourhood scores a 7.8 on Buurtje.nl, with notably high scores for safety (9.0), greenery (8.3) and housing (8.7). The latter is not surprising when you walk through the neighbourhood: the homes are well-maintained, the streets are wide and there is plenty of green space. Sybelle Gerritse describes it as "a piece of Spain in Zoetermeer" and writes enthusiastically about the parks, the beach and the exercise park by the water. Ria Groenendijk-Verveer has lived there since 1988 and does not want to leave, partly thanks to the neighbourhood association and the involved neighbours. That sense of community (score 8.0) is something you find less often in newer neighbourhoods. All reviews and neighbourhood scores can be read on the Noordhove neighbourhood page.

Yet not everything is rosy. The score for amenities stands at a meagre 5.5 and accessibility scores only 6.0. Several residents complain about the shopping centre, which is too small and too dependent on one supermarket. Marina writes that Noordhove feels like a "forgotten part", partly because bus lines 3 and 4 do not serve the neighbourhood and you always have to transfer. For daily shopping and public transport, you therefore have to allow for extra travel time or your own car. By car, you can quickly reach The Hague or Gouda via the N14 or A12. The nearest train station is Zoetermeer or Zoetermeer-Oost, accessible by bike or bus. The neighbourhood is divided into two parts: Noordhove-Oost and Noordhove-West, which differ slightly in atmosphere and housing type.

For families, the neighbourhood is well-equipped when it comes to education: the score for schools is 8.6. There are several primary schools in and around the neighbourhood. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years, but families with children are also well represented. The green character, relative tranquillity and spacious homes make Noordhove attractive for those who consciously choose a quiet living environment just outside the centre. The municipality has more information about amenities and plans in the neighbourhood on zoetermeer.nl.

For which buyers is Noordhove a logical choice?

Noordhove is most suitable for movers and families who are looking for space and are willing to pay for it. With an average purchase price of almost €666,000, this is not a starter neighbourhood, although the lower end of the market from €375,000 still offers some room for buying an apartment in Noordhove or a smaller terraced house. In addition to the purchase price, take into account transfer tax (2% for non-starters), notary costs and any renovation costs. Those who are still undecided can also look at rental homes in Noordhove as a temporary alternative to get to know the neighbourhood first.

Searching for a home for sale in Noordhove and surrounding neighbourhoods

Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also what it is really like to live there. If you find the supply in Noordhove too limited or too expensive, then Rokkeveen, Seghwaert or Buytenwegh de Leyens are similar green residential neighbourhoods in Zoetermeer worth considering. A broader overview of all homes for sale in Zoetermeer is also available.