Homes for sale in Noordveen, Zutphen
Looking for a home to buy in Noordveen? Check the current listings on this page and compare prices, surface areas, and resident scores.
House prices in Noordveen: below the Zutphen average, but well above the WOZ value
Noordveen is a prime owner-occupied neighbourhood: 57% of the more than 2,300 homes are owner-occupied, the rest are rented out by housing associations or private landlords. The average WOZ value is €288,000, slightly below the municipal average of €311,000 for Zutphen. That difference says something about the type of housing: Noordveen largely consists of post-war single-family homes and terraced houses, with the occasional detached or semi-detached house. Apartments are also present, but do not form the majority of the supply. In the past twelve months, 43 owner-occupied homes were sold in the neighbourhood, with an average sale price of €472,791 and an average living area of 142 m². Prices ranged from €195,000 to €1,111,000, indicating that both entry-level homes and larger owner-occupied houses are available. For current asking prices and the current supply, see the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Noordveen: a quiet neighbourhood with good amenities, but not without nuance
Residents give Noordveen an average score of 8.2 out of 10 on the Noordveen neighbourhood page. The scores for safety (9.0), accessibility (8.5) and education (9.5) are notably high. The latter is no coincidence: several primary schools are located in and around Noordveen, and secondary schools in Zutphen city centre are easily accessible. Sandra, who has lived in the neighbourhood for about 32 years, describes it simply but aptly: friendly people, a nice area to live in. Ellen has a different experience and gives the neighbourhood a 6.6: she misses a sense of community and feels the area has declined. That contrast is honest and recognisable for a neighbourhood of nearly 5,000 residents with a diverse population composition. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years, but there are also relatively many over-65s and young families. Single-person households, with 885 units, are the most common household type.
For daily shopping, you hardly need to leave Noordveen. The neighbourhood borders the Noordveen shopping centre, which includes a supermarket. Green space is present, although this aspect scores slightly lower at 7.5 than safety and accessibility. De Hoven and the banks of the IJssel are reachable by bike for those seeking more space. Within the neighbourhood, there are sub-areas each with their own character: Voorsteralleekwartier has a greener and somewhat quieter streetscape, while Helleraetplein and surroundings is more compactly built. Also Deventerweg and Polbeek and Weg naar Laren and surroundings fall under the neighbourhood and each have their own atmosphere worth exploring.
Accessibility is one of Noordveen's stronger points. Zutphen station is within cycling distance and offers direct connections to Apeldoorn, Arnhem and Deventer. By car, you quickly connect to the A1 and A348. Several bus routes run through or past the neighbourhood. Those considering living in Noordveen and wanting to compare other parts of Zutphen can look at Centrum - De Hoven, Waterkwartier or Leesten. More about the municipality can also be found on the official website of the municipality of Zutphen.
For whom is buying in Noordveen a realistic option?
Move-up buyers and families looking for space without immediately paying the top price of the city centre are in the right place in Noordveen. The range from €195,000 to over a million shows that there is something for different budgets, although entry-level homes are scarce and overbidding is not uncommon in the current market. When buying in Noordveen, don't forget the additional costs: transfer tax (2% for non-starters above the starter exemption), notary fees and any renovation costs. Starters who are not yet ready to take the step to buying can also look at rental homes in Noordveen as an intermediate step.
Searching for owner-occupied homes in Noordveen: how to use this page
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only buy a house but also know what to expect from the area. Use the filters at the top for price, area and energy label. Want a broader picture? Also check the supply in Zuidwijken, Warnsveld or the full overview of owner-occupied homes in Zutphen.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Noordveen?
In the past twelve months, 43 homes were sold in Noordveen, with an average sale price of €472,791 and an average living area of 142 m². Prices ranged from €195,000 to €1,111,000. The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €288,000, slightly below the Zutphen average of €311,000.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Noordveen?
In addition to the purchase price, as a buyer you pay transfer tax (2% for non-starters, 0% for starters under the exemption limit), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly estate agent fees. Budget on average 4 to 6% of the purchase price for additional costs. For older homes in Noordveen, renovation or sustainability improvement costs may also be a factor.
What types of homes are for sale in Noordveen, Zutphen?
Noordveen consists largely of post-war single-family homes, terraced houses and semi-detached houses. Detached houses are available but scarcer. There are also apartments in the neighbourhood, although they form a smaller category. The sub-neighbourhoods such as the Voorsteralleekwartier and Helleraetplein and surroundings each have a slightly different type of housing and street scene.
How accessible is Noordveen for commuters?
Noordveen scores an 8.5 on accessibility according to residents. Zutphen station is within cycling distance and offers direct train connections to Apeldoorn, Arnhem and Deventer. By car, you quickly connect to the A1 and A348. Several bus routes serve the neighbourhood, so you are also well mobile without a car.
Is Noordveen a suitable neighbourhood for buying an apartment in Zutphen?
Buying an apartment in Noordveen is possible, but the supply is more limited than in neighbourhoods such as Centrum - De Hoven. Noordveen is primarily a ground-based neighbourhood, so families and home-movers are generally more likely to find what they are looking for there. If you are specifically looking for an apartment in Zutphen, it is advisable to also compare other neighbourhoods via the municipal overview.
Just normal overall, all friendly people, nice neighbourhood to live in, have been living here for about 32 years
Auto-translated to English by AIBoring place and there's no sense of community at all, no atmosphere whatsoever; the neighbourhood has gone downhill.
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