Homes for sale in Voorstad, Deventer
View the current supply of homes for sale in Voorstad, Deventer. Compare prices, check neighbourhood scores and read what residents think of the area.
What does a home cost in Voorstad, Deventer?
Voorstad is a neighbourhood where buying and renting are fairly balanced: 47% of the more than 4,900 homes are owner-occupied, while 53% are rented (36% of which through housing associations). The average WOZ value is €264,000, well below the Deventer average of €324,000. This makes Voorstad on paper a more accessible neighbourhood to buy in. Yet actual sale prices are higher: in the past twelve months, 37 homes changed hands for an average of €405,797. The range runs from €145,000 for a compact apartment to €845,000 for larger homes, for example in de Burgemeestersbuurt. The average size of sold homes is 111 m². Check the current listings and asking prices at the top of this page for a picture of the market right now.
Living in Voorstad: close to the city, but with its own character
Voorstad lies exactly where its name suggests: as a ring directly around the Deventer city centre. You can reach the centre within a ten-minute walk, and residents notice this. Maya Slot writes on Buurtje.nl: "The centre is a 10-minute walk away, which is ideal. There is a square with supermarkets, a gym and a GP practice around the corner." This proximity to amenities is one of the neighbourhood's strongest points. At Spijkvoordeplein you will find a Jumbo and an Aldi, a GP practice and a gym. Along Brinkgreverweg and near Oosterstraat there are various small shops and eateries.
Residents rate Voorstad a 7.1 based on reviews. Accessibility scores notably high at 9.0: Deventer station is within cycling distance and offers direct trains to Zwolle, Amersfoort and Utrecht. The N348 and A1 are reachable within minutes via Holterweg. Bus lines towards the station and surrounding neighbourhoods stop at several points in Voorstad. Education scores an 8.0: there are primary schools in the neighbourhood and secondary schools such as Etty Hillesum Lyceum within walking distance. Residents are less enthusiastic about green spaces, which score only 5.0. Roos, a resident, notes that "maybe a few more plants" would be welcome. Voorstad is, after all, an urban neighbourhood with a lot of buildings. For real greenery you need to head towards Brinkgreven or Rijsterborgherpark, on the edge of the neighbourhood.
The streetscape is diverse. You will find pre-war townhouses along Ceintuurbaan, post-war terraced houses in het Rode Dorp and newer apartments near Rielerweg. Ruurd, who has lived there for a few years, simply calls it "a residential neighbourhood close to the city" and says he likes the area. Community scores a 6.7: it is not a neighbourhood where everyone visits each other, but Roos describes that neighbours are considerate and after New Year's Eve they neatly clean up their own mess. With 2,660 single-person households (the largest group) and many 25- to 45-year-olds, Voorstad has a relatively young and independent profile. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Deventer.
For which buyers is Voorstad a good choice?
With an entry price around €145,000 for an apartment, buying a home in Voorstad is achievable for first-time buyers, especially compared to the city centre. Those considering buying an apartment in Voorstad will regularly find listings around Rielerweg and Spijkvoordeplein. Movers-up and young families more often focus on single-family homes in Rielerweg-Oost or Burgemeestersbuurt, but should expect prices heading towards €500,000 or higher. Also factor in transfer tax (2% for owner-occupiers) and notary costs. With 37 sales per year, supply is not huge, so be quick. Is buying (not yet) feasible? Then check out the rental homes in Voorstad as an alternative.
Searching for homes for sale in Voorstad and surroundings
On Buurtje.nl you combine current housing listings with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district statistics, so you choose not just a home but also the right neighbourhood. Want to compare? Then also look at listings in Zandweerd, the quieter neighbourhood Borgele en Platvoet or view all homes for sale in Deventer for a complete overview.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Voorstad, Deventer?
The average purchase price in Voorstad over the past year was €405,797, with a range from €145,000 to €845,000. The average floor area of sold homes is 111 m². The WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €264,000, which is lower than the Deventer average of €324,000.
What costs are involved when buying a home in Voorstad?
In addition to the purchase price, as a buyer you pay transfer tax (2% for owner-occupiers, 10.4% for investors), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly valuation and advisory fees. Expect around 4-6% extra on top of the purchase price in additional costs.
What type of homes can I buy in Voorstad?
In Voorstad you will find a mix of pre-war townhouses, post-war terraced houses and newer apartments. The neighbourhood has over 4,900 homes, of which 47% are owner-occupied. Buying an apartment in Voorstad is possible from around €145,000, while larger single-family homes go towards €500,000 or more.
How is the accessibility if you buy a home in Voorstad?
Voorstad scores a 9.0 on accessibility in resident reviews. Deventer station is within cycling distance with direct trains to Zwolle, Amersfoort and Utrecht. The A1 motorway can be reached within minutes. Several bus lines stop in the neighbourhood.
Are there good schools nearby if I buy a home in Voorstad?
Yes, education scores an 8.0 in the resident rating. There are several primary schools in and around the neighbourhood and secondary schools such as the Etty Hillesum Lyceum within walking distance. The centre of Deventer with additional educational offerings is also within ten minutes' reach.
I haven't lived in this neighbourhood for very long yet. I've only been living in a new terraced house for a few years. But I like the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AII live on a fairly busy street, from there you drive into the city centre. There are many student houses and there is a square with supermarkets, a gym and a GP practice around the corner. The city centre is also a 10-minute walk away, which is ideal. My school is also a ten-minute walk away, making it easy to arrive on time and still get a bit of a lie-in. The neighbourhood itself is inhabited mainly by students, but also families and singles. The people come from diverse backgrounds and cultures, which gives the neighbourhood a cosy undertone; there is a lot of interaction and people talk to each other well.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a very nice neighbourhood, everyone is considerate of each other and there's never really any arguments or anything like that. Our neighbourhood is always cleaned up properly, for example after New Year's Eve everyone neatly cleans up their own mess. That way the neighbourhood stays nice and clean. Maybe a few more plants in my neighbourhood
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