Homes for sale in Voscuyl, Oegstgeest

House prices and market figures Voscuyl, Oegstgeest

Voscuyl is a buyer-oriented neighbourhood: 59% of the 726 homes are owner-occupied, the rest are rented out via housing associations (19%) or private landlords (21%). The average WOZ value is €560,000, which is almost equal to the municipal average of Oegstgeest (€563,000) and clearly higher than the district average of Oudenhof (€437,000). This makes Voscuyl one of the more expensive neighbourhoods within the district.

In the past twelve months, 23 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €821,565. The range ran from €535,000 to €1,695,000, showing that the supply varies greatly: from spacious terraced houses to detached villas. The average living area was 160 m², which works out to a price of approximately €5,135 per square metre. These are not entry-level prices for first-time buyers. For the current supply and the average asking price at this moment, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Voscuyl, Oegstgeest

Voscuyl is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the west side of Oegstgeest, with a distinct character that you won't easily confuse with another neighbourhood. The streets are wide, the gardens are large, and the housing mainly consists of detached homes and semi-detached houses from the 1960s and 1970s. There is little high-rise and little traffic that has no business there. This gives the neighbourhood a secluded, almost village-like feel, while Leiden is within cycling distance.

Residents give Voscuyl an overall score of 8.5 out of 10, and that's no surprise when you cycle through it. Greenery scores a 9.0: the neighbourhood borders green zones and has wide verges and trees along the streets. Safety even gets a 10.0, which combined with the quiet streets explains why relatively many over-65s live here. With 525 residents in that age group, it is the largest category in Voscuyl.

For daily shopping, you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. The shopping centre on Lange Voort in Oegstgeest is a short bike ride away, with a supermarket and various shops for daily needs. For a larger selection, the centre of Leiden is about ten to fifteen minutes by bike. Leiden Central Station is accessible by bike or via bus connections from Oegstgeest. By car, the A44 is quickly reachable, providing good connections to Amsterdam and The Hague.

Education in the neighbourhood scores a 10.0 from residents, which is remarkably high. Oegstgeest has several primary and secondary schools within its municipal boundaries, and the proximity of Leiden also makes higher education easily accessible. Parents with school-age children cite this as a clear advantage of living in Voscuyl.

Compared to sister neighbourhoods such as Grunerie and the Bloemenbuurt, Voscuyl has a slightly more exclusive character due to the larger plots and higher average prices. The Schildersbuurt and Zeeheldenbuurt are more compact and more affordable. Voscuyl attracts buyers who consciously choose space and tranquillity and are willing to pay a hefty price for it. More about the character of the neighbourhood, including all resident reviews and neighbourhood data, can be found on the page for Voscuyl.

Who is a home in Voscuyl interesting for?

Voscuyl mainly appeals to movers and seniors looking for space, peace and a stable living environment. The high WOZ value and the average sale price of over €820,000 make buying a home in Voscuyl almost unattainable for first-time buyers without substantial equity. Families with children do find what they are looking for: large homes, safe streets and good schools nearby. Overbidding is not uncommon in this segment, especially for well-maintained detached homes. Those who want more flexibility in budget or are unsure whether the neighbourhood suits them can also look at rental homes in Voscuyl as a first step. The municipality of Oegstgeest publishes up-to-date information about living and facilities at oegstgeest.nl.

What residents say about Voscuyl

Based on the available resident reviews, Voscuyl scores an 8.5 out of 10. The highest subscores are for safety (10.0), education (10.0) and greenery (9.0). Community spirit and the appearance of the neighbourhood score slightly lower, at 7.0. One resident describes it as follows: "Voscuyl is a quiet, green neighbourhood where you know each other and where you can live safely. The schools are excellent and the greenery around you makes it really pleasant." All reviews and neighbourhood information can be found on the overview page of Voscuyl on Buurtje.nl.

Compare homes for sale in and around Voscuyl

Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and district data, so you not only search for a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. In addition to Voscuyl, you can also look at homes for sale in Oudenhof, the overarching district with a slightly lower price level. Other districts in the municipality are Oud Oegstgeest, Oegstgeest Noord and De Kwaak. For a complete picture of the Oegstgeest buyer's market, see the overview of all homes for sale in Oegstgeest.