Homes for sale in Schelle, Zwolle

What does a home in Schelle cost?

Schelle is one of the more expensive neighbourhoods in Zwolle. The average WOZ value is €411,000, well above the Zwolle average of €344,000. Looking at actual transactions over the past year, the average purchase price is €675,225 for an average living area of 169 m². The range is remarkably wide: from €295,000 for a compact home to €2,580,000 for the most spacious detached houses. In total, 51 homes changed hands. This confirms the picture of a neighbourhood where supply is not huge and homes sell relatively quickly. With 72% owner-occupied homes, Schelle is clearly an owner-occupier neighbourhood; only 28% are rental properties. At the top of this page, you can see the current listings and the average time to sell for the most recent situation.

Living in Schelle: spacious, green and remarkably safe

Schelle lies on the southwestern edge of Zwolle, nestled between the Zwarte Water, the IJssel and extensive polders. It is a neighbourhood best described as spacious and green, with many family homes and detached houses on generous plots. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years, and almost half of households are married. This translates into a quiet, stable atmosphere without too much turnover.

Residents on Buurtje.nl give Schelle an 8.1 out of 10. What immediately stands out are the high scores for safety (9.3) and beauty (9.0). Resident Esmee sums up the atmosphere as "gezellig": neighbours always say hello, there are no arguments and problems are resolved immediately. The score for education is somewhat lower at 6.3. In the neighbourhood you will find primary schools such as De Marshof in Schellerlanden, but for secondary education you have to rely on the city centre or other parts of Zwolle. For daily groceries, there is a supermarket on Schellerenkweg, and along Oude Meppelerweg there are various small shops and eateries. Diezerpoort shopping centre is within cycling distance. Sports enthusiasts can go to football club SVI or the tennis courts in Schellerbroek. The Engelse Werk, a large city park on the IJssel near Katerveer, is one of the most beautiful green areas in all of Zwolle and is just a stone's throw away.

In terms of accessibility, Schelle scores an 8.3. Zwolle station can be reached within ten minutes by bike or via bus lines 1 and 5 that run through the neighbourhood. The A28 towards Amersfoort and the N337 towards Meppel are quickly accessible, which is convenient for commuters to, for example, the north or the Randstad. On the neighbourhood page of Schelle you can read more about resident reviews and all neighbourhood statistics. The municipality of Zwolle is also investing in cycling infrastructure and green maintenance in this part of the city; more information can be found on the website of the municipality of Zwolle.

For which buyers is Schelle a good choice?

With an average purchase price of over €675,000, buying a home in Schelle is mainly for movers and dual-income earners with a solid budget. First-time buyers wanting to buy an apartment in Schelle occasionally find an option in the lower price range around €295,000, but supply is limited. Families with children benefit from the space and safety, although the supply of secondary schools is a point of attention. Bear in mind additional costs: transfer tax (2%), notary and valuation costs, and in this price range, overbidding may be necessary. Seniors feel at home here given the large group of over-65s (3,080 residents). Looking for a cheaper alternative? Then check out the rental supply in Schelle or explore neighbourhoods such as Oldenelerlanden-West where prices may be somewhat lower.

Searching for a home in Schelle and surroundings

On Buurtje.nl you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores and real resident reviews, so you not only buy a home but also know what it's really like. Feel free to compare Schelle with other neighbourhoods: see the supply in Wipstrik, the characteristic homes in Assendorp, or the broader overview of homes for sale in Zwolle.