Homes for sale in Voorwillenseweg, Gouda

House prices and market figures Voorwillenseweg, Gouda

Voorwillenseweg is one of the most distinctive owner-occupied neighbourhoods in Gouda. With 94% owner-occupied homes and virtually no social housing, this is a neighbourhood where homeownership is the norm. The average WOZ value is €452,000, which is significantly higher than the district average of Kort Haarlem (€305,000) and also clearly above the Gouda average of €323,000. That price difference is no coincidence: the homes here are larger, often detached or semi-detached, and the location along Voorwillenseweg has its own character that buyers are willing to pay extra for.

Looking at transactions over the past twelve months, four homes were sold with an average purchase price of €685,000. The range runs from €425,000 to €995,000, indicating that both entry-level homes and spacious top-end properties can be found in the neighbourhood. With an average living area of 125 m², this works out to a price per square metre of approximately €5,480. That is considerable, and buyers would do well to be realistic about their budget. Available supply is limited and the market moves quickly. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the most recent asking prices and selling times.

Living in Voorwillenseweg, Gouda

Voorwillenseweg is not an ordinary residential street. It is a wide, green avenue on the southwest side of Gouda, with detached and semi-detached homes predominantly dating from the 1950s to the 1970s. The gardens are spacious, the roadway wide enough not to feel claustrophobic, and there is plenty of greenery to give the neighbourhood a quiet, almost villa-like character. At the same time, you are not in a closed enclave: the city is close by and you can feel it.

In terms of daily amenities, the location is good. The Westergouwe shopping centre and Gouda city centre can be reached within five to ten minutes. For groceries, you can go to Albert Heijn or Jumbo on Nieuwe Australiëweg or in the nearby shopping area on Burgemeester Martenssingel. Children in the neighbourhood typically attend primary schools such as De Triangel or one of the other schools in the surrounding districts, and for secondary education, Coenecoop College and Coornhert Lyceum are easily accessible. For sports, the nearby Sporthal West and the fields of football club Olympia offer opportunities for an active outdoor life.

Accessibility is a strong point. Gouda station is about a ten-minute bike ride away, with direct connections to Utrecht, Rotterdam and The Hague. By car, you can quickly connect to the national road network via the N207 or the A12. Connexxion bus lines serve the neighbourhood towards the centre and other districts. Cyclists benefit from the relatively quiet roads and good connections to the city centre.

Residents appreciate the peace and space. On the neighbourhood page of Voorwillenseweg you can read what people themselves write about living here. One resident describes it as: "You feel like you live outside the city, but you are there in five minutes." That contrast, quiet yet central, is exactly what distinguishes the neighbourhood. Critical notes sometimes concern parking at busy times and the limited shopping facilities directly on the street itself.

Compared to neighbouring districts such as Oosterwei or Vreewijk, Voorwillenseweg is clearly the more expensive segment. Oosterwei offers more variety in housing types and a slightly more urban atmosphere, while Vreewijk is more compact and has more terraced houses. The Kadenbuurt has its own watery character that appeals to a different buyer. Within the district Kort Haarlem, Voorwillenseweg occupies a separate position as the higher segment.

Is a home for sale in Voorwillenseweg something for you?

Based on demographic data, there are relatively many households in the 45 to 65 age group living here, often without children at home. That fits the housing type: spacious homes that are attractive to movers or people who consciously choose more space and quiet. First-time buyers, with an average purchase price of €685,000 and a range that goes up to almost €1 million, will have little chance without substantial equity or own funds. Also be realistic about supply: only a handful of homes are sold per year, so patience is required. If you want to be more flexible, also check the rental homes in Voorwillenseweg or broaden your search area to homes for sale in Kort Haarlem as a whole.

What residents say about Voorwillenseweg

Residents rate Voorwillenseweg positively, particularly in terms of living comfort, greenery and peace. Some are less enthusiastic about the limited direct shopping facilities and parking during peak hours. One resident writes: "Beautiful street to live in, spacious homes and lots of greenery, but you are dependent on the car or bike for everything." View all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the overview page of Voorwillenseweg, including scores per category such as safety, accessibility and liveability.

Compare homes for sale around Voorwillenseweg

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