Homes for sale in Overhees, Soest
Looking for a home to buy in Overhees? Check the current listings on this page and discover what the neighbourhood has to offer.
House prices in Overhees: what do you pay for a home?
Overhees is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 66% of the more than 3,100 homes are owned, compared to 34% rented. The average WOZ value is €421,000, slightly below the municipal average of €427,000 for Soest as a whole. That difference is small, but it indicates that Overhees is well in line with the rest of the municipality in terms of valuation. In the past twelve months, 26 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €671,923. The range ran from €465,000 to €1,225,000, with an average living area of 125 m². These are substantial amounts, showing that the supply is diverse: from spacious terraced houses to detached homes at the top end of the market. Buying apartments in Overhees is also possible, but the supply mainly consists of single-family homes. Check the current supply and the average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent status.
Overhees from within: green, quiet and not always very social
Living in Overhees feels for many residents like living in a quiet, green suburb of Soest. The neighbourhood consists of wide streets with many trees, which gives the area a certain character. That makes the recent tree felling all the more sensitive: a resident let it be known on Buurtje.nl that they were strongly opposed to it, also because of the climate and air quality. The same belief in the neighbourhood speaks from the assessment of Vigp, which describes the area as "a quiet neighbourhood" where children play outside enough, but mutual contact remains limited to occasional activities such as a neighbourhood BBQ. The community score of 5.0 out of 10 ties in with that: Overhees is not a neighbourhood where everyone knows each other. Resident Corrie describes it as "pleasant" and appreciates the involvement, but experiences vary. The overall score on the neighbourhood page of Overhees stands at 7.5 out of 10, with notably high scores for education (9.0) and accessibility (8.3).
In terms of amenities, Overhees is reasonably well-off. For daily groceries, you can go to supermarkets in the nearby shopping strips towards the centre of Soest. Primary schools in and around the neighbourhood score well, which explains the high education score and makes the neighbourhood attractive for families with school-age children. For sports, there is also plenty to do: in the area, football, tennis and swimming clubs are active. The neighbourhood borders green areas that invite walking and cycling, although the greenScore (7.0) is not exceptionally high. Neighbourhoods such as Hees and De Zoom are directly nearby and offer partly similar living environments, but with their own character.
Accessibility is one of the stronger points of Overhees. Soest Station and Soest-Zuid Station are within cycling distance and offer connections towards Amersfoort and Utrecht. By car, the A28 is quickly accessible, which suits commuters to Utrecht or Amersfoort well. Bus services run through the neighbourhood and connect Overhees with the centre of Soest and surrounding places. Traffic in the neighbourhood itself has increased in recent years, residents note, which sometimes causes parking nuisance. Those considering buying in Overhees would do well to also explore neighbourhoods such as Klaarwater, Smitsveen or de Eng-Soest-Midden for a complete picture of the supply in Soest.
Who is a home for sale in Overhees suitable for?
Overhees mainly attracts families and movers: the largest age group is 45 to 65 years old and many households have children. First-time buyers will find it difficult, because buying a home in Overhees quickly starts at €465,000. Overbidding is not uncommon in this segment. Also take into account additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-first-time buyers) and notary costs. Those looking for more flexibility or wanting to wait out the market can also look at rental homes in Overhees as a temporary alternative. The municipality of Soest offers information on local regulations and housing policy at soest.nl.
Finding homes for sale in Overhees via Buurtje.nl
On this page you will find the current supply of homes for sale in Overhees, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics that you won't find on Funda or Huispedia. Buurtje.nl combines housing supply with real neighbourhood experiences, so you not only know what a home costs, but also what it's like to live there. Also compare the supply in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Klein Engendaal, Wieksloot or view the broad overview of homes for sale in Soest.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Overhees?
In the past twelve months, 26 homes were sold in Overhees, with an average purchase price of €671,923. Prices ranged from €465,000 to €1,225,000, with an average living area of 125 m². This indicates a wide price range, depending on the type of property and location within the neighbourhood.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Overhees?
The average WOZ value in Overhees is €421,000. This is slightly below the municipal average of Soest, which is €427,000. The WOZ value is the value determined by the municipality for tax purposes and usually differs from the actual sale price.
What types of homes can you buy in Overhees?
The supply in Overhees mainly consists of single-family homes, ranging from terraced houses to detached houses. Buying an apartment in Overhees is also possible, but the share of apartments is limited. The neighbourhood has a mixed character, with both more modest owner-occupied homes and larger properties in the higher segment.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Overhees?
In addition to the purchase price, the buyer pays transfer tax: 2% for non-starters and 0% for starters under 35 who meet the conditions. Additionally, there are notary costs, appraisal costs, and possible estate agent fees. With an average purchase price of nearly €672,000, these additional costs quickly amount to several thousand euros.
How accessible is Overhees for commuters?
Overhees is well accessible by train via Soest Station and Soest-Zuid Station, with connections to Amersfoort and Utrecht. By car, the A28 is quickly reachable. Residents rate the accessibility 8.3 out of 10, making it one of the neighbourhood's strongest points. Traffic within the neighbourhood has increased in recent years, sometimes causing parking issues.
Living in this neighbourhood is a wonderful experience. It's clean, safe, and there are many child-friendly parks where you always see happy children playing. What makes it truly special is the strong sense of community. The neighbours are warm and friendly, I know everyone on my street and there's always a smile or a greeting. When I'm working in my front garden, people often stop to say hello and have a chat. It's a place where you truly feel connected and at home.
Auto-translated to English by AINow, heavy tree felling, I was against it! In connection with climate change, to stop tree felling and not to mention clean air in the neighbourhood. Traffic, increased a lot over the years! If a resident was parked in a parking space, please remove the car! There was a move, long-term parking in front of my house (without my permission!) Anonymous notes distributed in the past about dog walking nuisance, cats visiting front gardens, cat poop. Bird poop, don't put food in the birdhouse, you get bird poop! After my husband's death, I received a flower wreath in my bin (unbelievable, right?) So, I could go on for a while!
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Auto-translated to English by AIChildren play enough, but there isn't much contact between residents apart from the neighbourhood BBQ that was organised recently.
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