Homes for sale in Oosterheem, Zoetermeer
Check the current supply of homes for sale in Oosterheem, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, and discover if this green Zoetermeer district suits you.
What does a home in Oosterheem cost?
Oosterheem is one of the more expensive neighbourhoods within Zoetermeer. The average WOZ value here is €463,000, well above the municipal average of €357,000. Looking at actual sale prices over the past year, you paid an average of €580,188 for a home in Oosterheem. The range is wide: from around €275,000 for a compact apartment to €1,200,000 for the largest family homes. The average living area of sold homes is 126 m². About 64% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, the remaining 36% is rental, most of which is social housing. Want to see current asking prices and selling times? Scroll to the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Oosterheem: green, well-connected and family-friendly
Oosterheem is a relatively young neighbourhood on the eastern side of Zoetermeer, built from the late 1990s onwards. You can tell: the streets are spacious, there is plenty of greenery and the architecture is modern. The neighbourhood borders directly on the Bentwoud, a large recreational area where you can walk, cycle and run. Residents greatly appreciate this. On the Oosterheem neighbourhood page, the area scores a 7.8 out of 10 based on resident experiences. Accessibility (8.6), education (8.5), greenery (8.1) and amenities (8.1) score particularly high. Resident Saskia sums it up succinctly: "Everything is easily accessible. Schools, shops, doctors. Lovely walking and cycling routes. Quite a quiet residential area." Another resident by the Bentwoud writes that she enjoys the view of the forest every day, but that the sense of community in some apartment complexes is disappointing.
In terms of amenities, Oosterheem has its own shopping centre at Oosterheemplein with an Albert Heijn, an Etos and various specialist shops. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, including De Horizon and De Archipel, and daycare centres are well represented. For secondary education, Erasmus College is nearby. What residents do miss: a drugstore like Kruidvat or an Action. As one resident puts it: "I would like an Action or Kruidvat in Oosterheem!" For that kind of shopping, you need to go to Zoetermeer city centre or Rokkeveen shopping centre.
Accessibility is one of the strongest points. RandstadRail stop Oosterheem takes you to Den Haag Centraal in about 25 minutes, and via the A12 you are quickly on the motorway towards Utrecht or Rotterdam. Bus routes connect the neighbourhood with the rest of Zoetermeer. Within the neighbourhood, you can distinguish between Oosterheem-Zuid-West, which is closer to the RandstadRail stop, and the north-eastern part, which is more against the Bentwoud and quieter. The largest age group in the neighbourhood is 45 to 65 years old, but with over 4,700 children under 15 and 4,505 households with children, it is clearly also a family neighbourhood. One caveat: a resident reports nuisance from drug dealing in certain parts of the neighbourhood. That is honestly not representative of the whole of Oosterheem, but it is good to be alert to the immediate surroundings during viewings.
Is Oosterheem right for you as a buyer?
With an average purchase price of over €580,000, buying a home in Oosterheem is not for every budget. First-time buyers with a smaller budget can look at apartments in the lower segment, from around €275,000. Buying an apartment in Oosterheem is then a more realistic option. Families moving up the ladder will find spacious family homes with gardens here, often between €450,000 and €700,000. Bear in mind additional costs: transfer tax (2% for owner-occupation), notary and valuation costs quickly add up to several thousand euros. Overbidding is not uncommon in Oosterheem for sought-after homes. Is buying (not yet) an option? Then check out the range of rental homes in Oosterheem as an alternative.
Searching for a home in Oosterheem using neighbourhood data and reviews
On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with real resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only find a home but also know what it is really like. Feel free to compare Oosterheem with other neighbourhoods in Zoetermeer, such as Buytenwegh de Leyens, Seghwaert or Noordhove. Or view the complete overview of homes for sale in Zoetermeer. More about the municipality itself can be found on the Zoetermeer municipality website.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Oosterheem?
The average purchase price in Oosterheem over the past year was €580,188. Prices range from approximately €275,000 for an apartment to €1,200,000 for the most expensive homes. The average living area is 126 m².
What kind of homes can I buy in Oosterheem, Zoetermeer?
In Oosterheem you will find a mix of single-family homes and apartments. The neighbourhood is relatively new, built from the late 1990s onwards. About 64% of the housing stock is owner-occupied. Buying an apartment in Oosterheem can start from around €275,000, while spacious family homes often range between €450,000 and €700,000.
How is the accessibility if I buy a house in Oosterheem?
Oosterheem scores an 8.6 for accessibility among residents. RandstadRail stop Oosterheem takes you to Den Haag Centraal in about 25 minutes. Via the A12 you are quickly on the motorway towards Utrecht or Rotterdam. Within Zoetermeer there are good bus connections.
What is the WOZ value in Oosterheem compared to the rest of Zoetermeer?
The average WOZ value in Oosterheem is €463,000. That is over €100,000 higher than the Zoetermeer average of €357,000. This reflects the newer construction and the relatively high level of amenities in the neighbourhood.
Is Oosterheem a suitable neighbourhood to buy a home with children?
Oosterheem is a pronounced family neighbourhood. There are over 4,500 households with children and residents give education an 8.5 out of 10. There are several primary schools, daycare centres and safe cycling and walking routes. The Bentwoud offers plenty of space for outdoor play.
We live in a beautiful apartment on the Bentwoud and enjoy it every day in every season! The Bentwoud in particular is excellently maintained!!! The synergy and looking out for each other in the apartment complex disappoints us! That could be better! Otherwise, we live here just fine, and we also feel safe here!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live on the Bentwoud, and you can see, smell and feel it! I always have the feeling that we live in a healthy environment! We also feel safe in the beautiful apartment building. The only thing that disappoints us is the sense of community in our complex Panoramique Bentwoud. Neighbours hardly know each other and have little interest in others. We often organise something but there is little to no interest, a shame especially because there are many elderly people living there who could use some help and/or attention!
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything is easily accessible. Schools, shops, doctors. Beautiful walking/cycling routes. Quite a quiet residential area.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice neighbourhood, close to everything
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, hardly any problems to be found in the neighbourhood, nice neighbours and a pleasant street where I live. I would like an Action or Kruidvat in Oosterheem!!
Auto-translated to English by AII notice that drugs are being dealt next to me
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a really nice neighbourhood but it could be better, there's a small playground for the children and everyone lives in a terraced house which is handy because you can just walk over to reach everyone, of course very handy but some changes could be made, it's not a very hygienic environment. I've often cleaned up the area but the next day it's messy again. And the safety in this neighbourhood is just about sufficient, this is because there are often loitering youths at the playground during the day and in the evening, most children are afraid of them, I hope something can be done about this. With this I hope to win the €100 gift voucher. Greetings from the whole neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here for 14 years and I'm happy to live here!
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