Homes for sale in Zielhorst, Amersfoort
Check the current supply of homes for sale in Zielhorst and discover what this quiet Amersfoort neighbourhood has to offer for buyers.
House prices in Zielhorst: what do you pay for a home?
Zielhorst is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 66% of the more than 3,300 homes are owned by residents. The average WOZ value is €413,000, slightly below the Amersfoort average of €432,000. That difference is small, but it indicates that Zielhorst is relatively accessible within the municipality. If you look at actual transactions over the past twelve months, the picture is more nuanced: 24 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €628,208. The range runs from €350,000 to €1,250,000, indicating that the supply is diverse, from terraced houses to larger detached homes. The average home has an area of 127 m². For current asking prices and availability, you can consult the overview at the top of this page. If you also want to look outside Zielhorst, you will find a broader overview at homes for sale in Amersfoort.
Zielhorst from the inside: peace, greenery and a mix of residents
Those who live in Zielhorst often live there for a long time. That perhaps says the most about the neighbourhood. On the neighbourhood page of Zielhorst, residents give the neighbourhood an 8.5 out of 10, with notably high scores for safety (8.8), accessibility (8.5) and education (9.8). A resident who has lived there for more than 25 years describes it as follows: he moved from the busy Soesterkwartier and found in Zielhorst almost the same peace, with friendly people and a good mix of young and old and different nationalities. Another notes that it is a relatively quiet neighbourhood, close to almost everything, and easily accessible. A small caveat that comes up: here and there the pavements could do with some maintenance.
In terms of amenities, Zielhorst is well provided for without feeling busy or urban. The Zielhorst shopping centre offers daily groceries, including a supermarket within walking distance for most residents. The same applies to schools: the neighbourhood has several primary schools within the area, which explains the exceptionally high education score. Sportpark Zielhorst, also found as a sub-neighbourhood via Sportpark Zielhorst, offers space for sports and exercise. The nearby Vlinderbuurt and Muziekbuurt-Noord border Zielhorst and offer similar living comfort. The greenery in the neighbourhood scores 7.8, which is somewhat lower than the other categories, but there are certainly parks and green strips that give the neighbourhood an open character.
Accessibility is a strong point. Zielhorst is located in the northwest of Amersfoort, with a quick connection to the city centre by bike or bus. Amersfoort station is about a ten-minute bike ride away, with direct train connections to Utrecht, Amsterdam and Zwolle. By car, the A28 is quickly accessible, towards Utrecht and Zwolle. Bus lines connect the neighbourhood with the centre and other parts of the city. For more information about the municipality and its housing policy, you can visit the website of the municipality of Amersfoort. If you also want to compare the atmosphere of adjacent neighbourhoods, take a look at Soesterkwartier or the lively Stadskern.
For whom is buying in Zielhorst a good choice?
Zielhorst is par excellence a neighbourhood for families and movers. With an average sale price of over €628,000, a home in Zielhorst is not within reach for starters with a limited budget, although the lower end of the market from €350,000 still offers some room. Keep in mind additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-starters) and notary fees. Supply is limited: only 24 homes were sold last year, so quick action is important. If you are still unsure whether buying is the right step, you can also look at rental homes in Zielhorst as an alternative.
Searching for a home in Zielhorst: how to use this overview
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only see what a home costs but also what it is really like to live in Zielhorst. Use the filters at the top for price, area and energy label. If you want to broaden your search, Eemkwartier and Nederberg are interesting alternatives within Amersfoort.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Zielhorst?
The average purchase price in Zielhorst over the past twelve months was €628,208, based on 24 sold homes. Prices ranged from €350,000 to €1,250,000. The average home has a floor area of 127 m². The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €413,000, slightly below the Amersfoort average of €432,000.
What types of homes are for sale in Zielhorst?
Zielhorst mainly consists of ground-based homes such as terraced houses, semi-detached houses and detached houses. The supply of apartments for sale in Zielhorst is more limited than in neighbourhoods like Stadskern or Eemkwartier. The neighbourhood has over 3,300 homes, of which 66% are owner-occupied.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Zielhorst?
In addition to the purchase price, non-first-time buyers pay 2% transfer tax on the purchase price. First-time buyers under 35 with a home up to €510,000 are exempt from this. Furthermore, there are notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly costs for a structural survey. Budget on average 4 to 6% of the purchase price for additional costs.
How accessible is Zielhorst?
Zielhorst is located in the northwest of Amersfoort and is easily accessible. Amersfoort station is about a ten-minute bike ride away, with direct connections to Utrecht, Amsterdam and Zwolle. By car, you quickly connect to the A28. Several bus lines connect the neighbourhood to the city centre. Residents rate accessibility 8.5 out of 10.
Are there good schools nearby if I buy a home in Zielhorst?
Education is one of Zielhorst's strongest points: residents rate it 9.8 out of 10, the highest sub-score in the neighbourhood. There are several primary schools within the neighbourhood itself, making it attractive for families with children. For secondary education, you can turn to the broader Amersfoort offering, easily accessible from the neighbourhood.
Relatively quiet, great diversity of residents. Close to (almost) everything, and certainly easily accessible. The municipality takes good care of things, though sometimes it doesn't seem that way, but that's due to people from outside; it could have been worse. Here and there the pavements could do with repair, which "seems" to be going a bit slowly. Actually, not much to complain about. Lots of extra facilities for the elderly, help and entertainment, neighbourhoods also do a lot together. All in all, a lovely place to live here....
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have been living in Zielhorst for more than 25 years, we came from a busy neighbourhood (Soesterkwartier) and the peace we found here is almost the same, just lovely. Friendly people and often a good mix of young and old, and different nationalities. Everyone helps each other where needed, which you really don't come across everywhere anymore. The housing association Omnia is also just great, all those people are skilled and TRULY customer-friendly, always (usually) quick to respond to questions etc. A lot is done to keep our neighbourhood clean and most people are aware that they themselves can/must also contribute enough. Never really experienced anything unpleasant in all the years we have lived here. Plenty of primary and secondary education. Plenty of bus services too, and of course Zielhorst station which will be modernised/expanded in the near future. Zielhorst a place to never leave again. John Coert
Auto-translated to English by AIGreat neighbourhood to live in. Lots of green spaces and nice for families with children.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a beautiful neighbourhood, the only downsides for me are actually the trees along the Olifantvlinder/Atlasvlinder because of the large thorns.
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