Homes for sale in Roelofarendsveen, Kaag en Braassem

What does a home in Roelofarendsveen cost?

The sales market in Roelofarendsveen is quite diverse. In the past twelve months, 44 homes were sold at an average purchase price of €758,977, with a range from €285,000 to as much as €3,295,000. That average is significantly inflated by a handful of more expensive detached homes on the water. The average WOZ value is €435,000, slightly below the municipal average of €447,000 in Kaag en Braassem. Of the more than 5,940 homes, 63% are owner-occupied and 37% are rental, the majority of which are owned by housing corporations. The sold housing stock has an average floor area of 152 m², indicating predominantly single-family homes and terraced houses. Those considering buying an apartment in Roelofarendsveen should know that the supply is limited. At the top of this page, view the current listings with asking prices and selling times.

Living in Roelofarendsveen: an honest picture of a village with growing pains

Roelofarendsveen is nestled between the Braassem and the Westeinderplassen, on paper an attractive location in the Groene Hart. But the reality is more nuanced than the location suggests. On the neighbourhood page of Roelofarendsveen, the resident rating is 2.8 out of 10, based on reviews from residents. Resident Sven describes the village as "terrible" and states that most people end up here because they cannot find housing in Leiden or Alphen aan den Rijn. He points to the lack of facilities: childcare is full, so children attend school in neighbouring municipalities because that is where care is available. Green spaces scored low, because according to Sven, you can "walk the dog in a strip of the verge" and there is little else.

For daily groceries, there is an Albert Heijn and a Dirk van den Broek on the Alkemadelaan. There are primary schools such as De Tweemaster and De Regenboog, but childcare capacity is a known bottleneck. For secondary education, children must go to Leiden or Alphen. Sports club ROAC (football) and tennis club De Braassem offer opportunities for sporty families, but the overall package of facilities is meagre for a village of over 14,000 residents. In the neighbourhood Burgemeesterswijk you will find relatively many family homes, while Roelofarendsveen-Noord has some newer construction.

Accessibility scores only a 1 out of 10 in the reviews, and that is not entirely unjustified. There is no train station; the nearest are Leiden Centraal or Alphen aan den Rijn, both about 15 to 20 minutes away by car. Bus line 57 (Arriva) connects the village to Leiden, but the frequency is limited, especially in the evenings. By car, via the N207 and N445, you are reasonably quick on the A4 towards Amsterdam or The Hague, but during rush hour the N207 is notorious for traffic jams. Those looking in Oude Wetering are closer to Leiden Lammenschans station. Honestly, a car here is not a luxury but a necessity. The Tuinbouwgebied south of the village is even more rural and quieter, but also further from everything. More information about municipal plans for facilities and infrastructure can be found on the website of the municipality of Kaag en Braassem.

Is Roelofarendsveen right for you as a buyer?

Buying a home in Roelofarendsveen is mainly interesting if you are looking for space and a village environment at a lower price than in Leiden, and are willing to make concessions on facilities and accessibility. Movers with older children who travel independently fare better here than young families dependent on childcare. First-time buyers with a budget around €285,000 to €350,000 can still find something here, but keep in mind additional costs: approximately 2% transfer tax, notary and valuation costs. Overbidding is less extreme than in Leiden, but it does happen. Seniors will find peace here, but may miss care facilities. Those who prefer to rent can look at rental homes in Roelofarendsveen as an alternative. Be honest with yourself about your car dependency before considering buying a home here.

Searching for homes for sale in Roelofarendsveen and surroundings

Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you get to know not only the home but also the neighbourhood. Compare Roelofarendsveen with other neighbourhoods in the municipality, such as Woubrugge, Leimuiden or Rijnsaterwoude. Also view the complete overview of homes for sale in Kaag en Braassem to get a full picture.