Homes for sale in Rijkerswoerd, Arnhem
View the current supply of homes for sale in Rijkerswoerd, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews. Compare prices and find a home that suits you.
What does a home in Rijkerswoerd cost?
Rijkerswoerd is a neighbourhood where the majority of homes are privately owned: 62% are owner-occupied, compared to 38% rented. The average WOZ value is €326,000, which is almost equal to the Arnhem average of €323,000. But actual transaction prices are significantly higher. In the past twelve months, 88 homes changed hands for an average purchase price of €464,182. The range is wide: from around €230,000 for a compact apartment to €1,475,000 for the largest detached homes. The average living area of sold homes is 119 m². The supply mainly consists of terraced houses and semi-detached houses, supplemented by apartments and a limited number of detached homes. At the top of this page, you can see the current supply and the average asking price at this moment.
Living in Rijkerswoerd: quiet but not boring
Rijkerswoerd is located in the south of Arnhem, sandwiched between the A325 and the rural area towards Elst. It is a neighbourhood built in the 1980s and 1990s, and this is reflected in the urban layout: wide avenues, many dead-end streets, and green spaces everywhere between the homes. On the neighbourhood page of Rijkerswoerd, residents rate the area a 7.0 out of 10. Safety scores notably high at 8.5. One resident describes it as a neighbourhood with "quiet, civilised, friendly people" and emphasises the combination of proximity to the city and nature: "Close to the city and yet you can walk into Park Lingezegen." Park Lingezegen is a huge recreational area directly south of the neighbourhood, where you can cycle, walk, and run without encountering a car.
In terms of amenities, Rijkerswoerd is fairly self-sufficient. Shopping centre Rijkerswoerd on Doornsteeg has an Albert Heijn, a Jumbo, a chemist, and various specialist shops. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, including De Wielewaal and De Salamander, and childcare facilities for younger children. For secondary education, Olympus College and Lorentz Lyceum are within cycling distance. Sportpark Rijkerswoerd accommodates football club MASV and there is a tennis park. The scores for amenities and education (both 7.0) confirm that residents are reasonably satisfied, although community and green space score slightly lower (both 6.5). The latter is striking given the proximity of Park Lingezegen, but within the neighbourhood itself, the greenery is mainly functional and not particularly special.
Accessibility receives a 7.5 from residents. The neighbourhood is directly on the A325 towards Nijmegen and via the A50/A12 you quickly reach the junctions towards Utrecht or Oberhausen. Bus lines (including lines 7 and 8 of Breng) connect Rijkerswoerd with Arnhem Central, which takes about twenty minutes. Arnhem Central station offers intercity trains to Utrecht (30 min), Nijmegen (15 min), and beyond. Within the neighbourhood, the character varies per district. Rijkerswoerd-Oost has relatively many terraced houses from the late 1980s, while De Overmaat is newer and more spacious. In Rijkerswoerd-Midden you will find the shopping centre and most apartments. Those looking for more variety in housing types can also look at the supply in Rijkerswoerd-West.
Does Rijkerswoerd suit you as a buyer?
With the largest group of households being families with children (2,175 households), Rijkerswoerd is clearly a family neighbourhood. Movers looking for a spacious single-family home with a garden form the main target group. First-time buyers can find an apartment here from around €230,000, although you must account for additional costs such as transfer tax (2%), notary and valuation fees. Buying an apartment in Rijkerswoerd is therefore not cheap, but it is more affordable than in neighbourhoods like Centrum or Spijkerkwartier. Be honestly prepared: for popular homes, overbidding is common. If you cannot manage the purchase budget, you can consider rental homes in Rijkerswoerd as an alternative, as 38% of the stock is rental.
Searching for a home in Rijkerswoerd via neighbourhood data
On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you get to know not only the house but also the area before making an offer. Feel free to compare Rijkerswoerd with other Arnhem neighbourhoods such as Presikhaaf-West or Arnhemse Broek. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Arnhem. Also check the overview of homes for sale in Arnhem if you want to broaden your search area.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Rijkerswoerd?
The average purchase price in Rijkerswoerd over the past year was €464,182, with a range from €230,000 to €1,475,000. The average living area of sold homes is 119 m². The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €326,000.
What costs are involved in buying a house in Rijkerswoerd?
In addition to the purchase price, as a buyer you pay transfer tax (2% for owner-occupied properties), notary fees for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, valuation costs, and possibly advisory or brokerage fees. Expect around 4-6% in additional costs on top of the purchase price. In Rijkerswoerd, bidding above the asking price is common, so keep that in mind.
What types of homes can I buy in Rijkerswoerd?
The supply mainly consists of terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1980s and 1990s. There are also apartments, particularly around the shopping centre, and a limited number of detached houses. The neighbourhood has a total of 5,286 homes, of which 62% are owner-occupied.
How is the accessibility if I want to live in Rijkerswoerd?
Rijkerswoerd is located directly on the A325 towards Nijmegen and is well connected to Utrecht and the Ruhr area via the A50 and A12. By bus (lines 7 and 8), you can reach Arnhem Central Station in about twenty minutes. From there, intercity trains run to Utrecht (30 min) and Nijmegen (15 min).
Is buying an apartment in Rijkerswoerd suitable for first-time buyers?
Yes, the entry price for an apartment is around €230,000, which is lower than in many other Arnhem neighbourhoods. However, keep in mind additional costs and possible bidding above the asking price. The average income in the neighbourhood is €35,600 and the labour participation rate is 66%. If you cannot manage the purchase budget, you can also look at rental properties in the neighbourhood.
Quiet, civilised, friendly people.
Auto-translated to English by AITypical 1980s houses, where renovation and sustainability of social housing should be a priority. In terms of cosiness, you see in the oldest part that there is a lot of turnover, few playgrounds for small children or space to play ball, etc. As far as I'm concerned, it's time for a large-scale approach, joint clean-up and renovation goals for green spaces and more social outdoor play projects! In addition, the business park near the clinic and the clinic itself are really outdated.
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