Homes for sale in Seghwaert, Zoetermeer
View the current supply of homes for sale in Seghwaert, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, and discover if this district suits you.
What does a home in Seghwaert cost?
The owner-occupied market in Seghwaert is affordable compared to many other neighbourhoods in Zoetermeer. The average WOZ value is €326,000, which is about €31,000 lower than the municipal average of €357,000. However, actual transaction prices are higher: in the past twelve months, 101 homes were sold for an average purchase price of €430,644. The range is wide, from around €200,000 for a compact apartment to €950,000 for more spacious single-family homes or corner houses with large gardens. The average living area is 110 m². About 59% of the more than 7,380 homes in Seghwaert are owner-occupied, the rest are rental (of which 35% is social housing). Check the current listings and average asking price at the top of this page to see how the market stands today.
Living in Seghwaert: quiet, green and surprisingly well-connected
Seghwaert is one of those neighbourhoods where after a few weeks you forget you live in a city of over 120,000 residents. The neighbourhood, built from the late 1970s, has a recognisable layout: lots of low-rise housing, green canals, play areas between the homes and wide cycle paths. The vast majority of the housing stock consists of terraced houses and semi-detached houses, supplemented by apartments around the shopping centres. On the Seghwaert neighbourhood page you will find all resident reviews and neighbourhood data together. Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.8 on Buurtje.nl, with notably high scores for accessibility (8.6) and amenities (8.2).
That high accessibility score is no coincidence. Resident Priyanka describes it aptly: "Everything is a 3 minute walk from my house, whether it's the nearby tram stop, grocery store or hair salon." Tram stop Seghwaert on RandstadRail lines 3 and 4 takes you to Den Haag Centraal in about 25 minutes. Via the A12 and N470 you are quickly on the motorway towards Rotterdam or Utrecht. Within the neighbourhood, supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Lidl are within walking or cycling distance, and there are several GPs, a physiotherapy practice and a pharmacy. For daily shopping you don't need to leave the neighbourhood. In terms of education, Seghwaert scores an 8.0: there are primary schools such as De Tjalk and Het Galjoen, and secondary schools in adjacent neighbourhoods are easily accessible by bike or tram. Westerpark and the green zones along the Zoetermeerse Plas are within cycling distance and offer space for walking, running or playing with the children.
Yet Seghwaert is not for everyone. Nathalie, another resident, notes that the neighbourhood "has quite a few elderly people" and "is quiet in itself", but that more benches could be added. The score for sense of community (7.0) is the lowest sub-score, which fits the picture of a quiet, somewhat individualistic residential area. If you are looking for a vibrant nightlife or lots of restaurants, you are better off in the centre of Zoetermeer. Within Seghwaert, the atmosphere varies per neighbourhood: the owner-occupied housing supply in Seghwaert-Zuid-West consists of slightly more terraced houses, while in Seghwaert-Noord-Oost you also find more spacious homes with larger plots. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Zoetermeer.
Is Seghwaert right for you as a buyer?
With an average household income of €36,200 and purchase prices from around €200,000, buying an apartment in Seghwaert is a realistic option for first-time buyers, especially considering the lower WOZ values compared to neighbourhoods such as Rokkeveen or Noordhove. Families with children form the largest household group (2,730 households), and you can tell from the amenities. Movers who want more space can find single-family homes here up to around €500,000. Do take into account additional costs: transfer tax (2% for your own home), notary and valuation costs quickly add up. In a market where overbidding occurs, it is wise to have your financial ceiling clearly defined in advance. Looking for flexibility or want to experience the neighbourhood first? Also check out the rental homes in Seghwaert as an alternative.
Searching for a home in Seghwaert via Buurtje.nl
On this page you will find the current owner-occupied listings in Seghwaert, supplemented with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics. This way you can make a choice based on more than just square metres and asking price. Want to compare with other neighbourhoods? Also check out the listings for homes for sale in Zoetermeer, or specifically look at Meerzicht and Buytenwegh de Leyens as alternative neighbourhoods.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Seghwaert?
In the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Seghwaert was €430,644. Prices range from around €200,000 for an apartment to €950,000 for the largest homes. The average WOZ value is €326,000, which is lower than the Zoetermeer average of €357,000.
What type of home can I buy in Seghwaert?
The supply mainly consists of terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s, supplemented by apartments near the shopping centres. The average living area is 110 m². Those considering buying an apartment in Seghwaert will find options in the lower price range.
Is Seghwaert a suitable neighbourhood to buy a home with children?
Yes, families with children form the largest household group in Seghwaert (2,730 households). There are several primary schools such as De Tjalk and Het Galjoen, many playgrounds and green spaces. Residents rate education at 8.0 and green spaces at 8.0.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Seghwaert?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay transfer tax (2% for an owner-occupied home), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and valuation costs. Expect around 4-6% in additional costs on top of the purchase price. In the current market, overbidding in Seghwaert is common, so factor that into your budget.
How is the accessibility if you live in Seghwaert?
Seghwaert scores an 8.6 for accessibility. The neighbourhood has its own tram stop on RandstadRail lines 3 and 4, taking you to Den Haag Centraal in about 25 minutes. The A12 and N470 are nearby for car traffic towards Rotterdam and Utrecht. Shops and amenities are within walking distance.
The neighborhood is really quiet, sometimes too quiet in my opinion.
Auto-translated to English by AIfine, a few more elderly people in this neighbourhood so quite quiet which I like. but there could be more benches.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything is easily accessible, but residents should do a bit more for their surroundings, especially outside.
Auto-translated to English by AII think Seghwaert is a nice neighbourhood. Fairly quiet. I would have liked to see a bit more greenery in the neighbourhood, no glass on the street or loose - protruding - paving stones. Being a bit more dog-friendly would also be a plus, signs with bags attached and more bins placed to prevent nuisance.
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