Homes for sale in Voorhof, Delft
View the current supply of homes for sale in Voorhof, Delft. Compare prices, check neighbourhood scores and read resident reviews.
What does a home in Voorhof cost?
Voorhof is a neighbourhood where buying is still relatively affordable compared to the rest of Delft. The average WOZ value is €246,000, well below the Delft average of €322,000. However, actual sale prices tell a different story: in the past twelve months, 78 homes were sold for an average of €380,494, with a range from €110,534 to €895,000. This gap between WOZ and sale price shows that buyers are willing to bid well above the assessed value. Only 26% of the 7,648 homes in Voorhof are owner-occupied; the rest are rental (47% of which are housing association properties). The supply mainly consists of apartments in blocks and gallery buildings, with an average living area of 91 m². Single-family homes do exist but are clearly in the minority. Check the top of this page for current listings and the average asking price.
Living in Voorhof: an honest picture of a neighbourhood with two faces
Voorhof scores a 6.0 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl, based on resident reviews. That score is not surprising when you read the reviews: the neighbourhood has clear plus points, but also persistent downsides that you need to know as a buyer. Accessibility scores highest at 7.7, and rightly so. Tram line 1 (towards Den Haag Centraal) and Connexxion bus routes stop at Martinus Nijhofflaan and De Hoven shopping centre. Delft station is within ten minutes by bike, and the A13 towards Rotterdam or The Hague is a few minutes' drive. Amenities score a 7.0: the In de Hoven shopping centre (now Hoven Passage) offers supermarkets like Albert Heijn and Lidl, a library, pharmacy and various specialist shops. Resident Joris writes: "In the neighbourhood you have many amenities within walking distance, a shopping centre with many types of shops and several supermarkets."
But that same Joris continues with a caveat about nuisance from loitering youths, fatbikers and drug users in his flat. That picture recurs. Deborah describes litter she cleans up daily and a burglary at the neighbours' in broad daylight. Sofie feels unsafe cycling at night. The safety score of 5.5 and the cleanliness score of 5.2 confirm that picture. Green space scores lowest at 5.0: the neighbourhood mainly consists of post-war flat blocks with limited greenery. The Abtswoudsepark on the southwestern edge does offer space, but within the neighbourhood itself it is predominantly stone and concrete. On the Voorhof neighbourhood page you can read all resident reviews and view the full neighbourhood data.
In terms of education (6.6), there are primary schools such as De Horizon and Ds. S. van Mesdagschool in the area. The TU Delft campus borders the neighbourhood, which explains why the 25-45 age group is the largest at 5,125 residents and as many as 44% are highly educated. The sub-neighbourhoods within Voorhof differ considerably: the Roland Holstbuurt and Aart van der Leeuwbuurt are quieter and more low-rise, while the Hoogbouw neighbourhood around the Papsouwselaan confirms the stereotypical flat image. In Poptahof-Noord and Poptahof-Zuid, extensive renovations have taken place in recent years, improving the streetscape.
Is Voorhof right for you as a buyer?
Buying a home in Voorhof is particularly interesting for first-time buyers and singles. The neighbourhood has 5,825 single-person households and the average income of €29,300 is below the Delft average. Entry-level prices around €110,000 make buying an apartment in Voorhof achievable for those who miss out elsewhere in Delft. Do factor in additional costs: transfer tax (2%), notary and estate agent fees, and possibly a structural survey, especially for older flats. Be honest with yourself about the nuisance issues. If you are looking for more peace, consider Hof van Delft or the Vrijenban neighbourhood. Is buying still a step too far? Then check out the rental properties in Voorhof as an alternative.
Searching for homes in Voorhof using neighbourhood data and reviews
On Buurtje.nl you combine current property listings with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and demographic data, so you not only buy a house but also know what kind of neighbourhood you are getting. Compare Voorhof with other neighbourhoods such as the Delft city centre or Voordijkshoorn. More about living in the municipality can be found on the Delft municipality website. Also view the complete overview of homes for sale in Delft.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Voorhof, Delft?
The average purchase price in Voorhof over the past year was €380,494, with a range from €110,534 to €895,000. The average WOZ value is €246,000, well below the Delft average of €322,000. Keep in mind that offers often exceed the asking price.
What type of property can I buy in Voorhof?
The supply consists mainly of apartments in post-war blocks and gallery buildings, with an average floor area of 91 m². Single-family homes are available but are a minority. Only 26% of all homes in Voorhof are owner-occupied; the rest are rental.
Is Voorhof a suitable neighbourhood to buy a home as a first-time buyer?
Voorhof is one of the more affordable districts in Delft, making buying an apartment here feasible for first-time buyers. Entry-level prices start around €110,000. Be aware of additional costs such as transfer tax (2%), notary fees, and possibly a structural survey for older flats.
How accessible is Voorhof?
Voorhof scores a 7.7 on accessibility. Tram line 1 towards The Hague stops in the neighbourhood, and Delft station is a ten-minute bike ride away. The A13 motorway towards Rotterdam and The Hague can be reached within minutes by car. There are also several bus connections via the Martinus Nijhofflaan.
How safe is living in Voorhof according to residents?
Residents rate safety a 5.5 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl. Several residents report nuisance from loitering youths and litter. One resident describes a burglary in broad daylight, another feels unsafe cycling in the evening. The neighbourhood has an overall resident score of 6.0 out of 10.
No sense of community, little contact, also some loitering youths, a lot of litter in the area.. I often clean up rubbish but the next day it's all over the ground again.. experienced a burglary at the neighbours' in broad daylight.. that does create a feeling of insecurity.. In addition, I sometimes have trouble with men following me.. and fireworks are set off all year round, also randomly at 3am.. There are 2 nice playgrounds in the neighbourhood but I often don't find them safe for children because there is too much litter.. think lots of cigarette butts and glass and many other things.. but it's nice that the facility is there
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a fine neighbourhood, except that I sometimes feel unsafe when I cycle late in the evening. Other than that, I never really have trouble with people. The neighbourhood could be a bit greener in my opinion, but well, it's mostly flats and they're not that pretty.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn the neighbourhood you have many amenities within walking distance, a shopping centre with many types of shops and several supermarkets. Unfortunately, there is nuisance in the neighbourhood and mainly in my building from loitering youths, fatbikers and junkies. I have encountered people on the stairs several times who were using drugs (crack). The fire escape is full of (stolen) stuff and other rubbish. Many packages are stolen in the building. The neighbourhood sometimes experiences nuisance from students (of which I am a part, not the nuisance).
Auto-translated to English by AILively thanks to the Hoven passage. Annoying thanks to certain people in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AINot too busy. Not too quiet.
Auto-translated to English by AINot so good, not so bad
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