Homes for sale in Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente, Wassenaar
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in the southwestern part of the municipality. View asking prices, selling times and resident reviews directly on this page.
House prices in the Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente: well above the Wassenaar average
The Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente is one of the most expensive residential areas in Wassenaar. Of the 3,216 homes in this neighbourhood, 67% are owner-occupied, making the purchase market dominant here. The average WOZ value is €1,203,000, more than one and a half times the municipal average of €730,000. This difference is also reflected in sale prices: in the past twelve months, 52 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €2,144,846. The range runs from €550,000 to €7,850,000, with an average living area of 254 m². The supply mainly consists of spacious detached villas and country houses on large plots. Buying an apartment in the Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente is rare; the scale here is larger and so are the plots. For the current supply and average asking prices, see the overview at the top of this page.
Living in the Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente: green, quiet and far from everything
Anyone considering living in the Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente is not buying a home on an ordinary Wassenaar street but in a green enclave. The neighbourhood borders dunes, meadows and estates and therefore scores a perfect 10 for green space in resident reviews on Buurtje.nl. The overall neighbourhood rating stands at 7.0 out of 10, with high scores for safety (7.7) and housing (8.0). One resident describes it as follows: "It's a lovely neighbourhood with a lot of privacy," but immediately adds that accessibility is poor, especially when the Rijksstraatweg or the A44 is closed. That accessibility score of 4.0 is no coincidence. There is no train station in the immediate vicinity; the nearest options are Leiden Centraal or Den Haag Centraal stations, both about twenty to thirty minutes away by car. Bus connections are limited. For anyone who wants to commute daily without a car, this is not a suitable neighbourhood.
The amenities score (5.3) reflects another pain point. Resident Jaap van Wissen writes without mincing words: "cosy and pleasant, but absolutely no shopping facilities, and that while 25% are over 65." There is no supermarket, no bakery, no pharmacy in the neighbourhood itself. For daily groceries you drive to Wassenaar village, about seven kilometres away, or to Mariahoeve in The Hague. A good cycle path through the meadows to Mariahoeve is also lacking. Schools are available in the wider municipality; Wassenaar offers primary and secondary education that residents rate on average at 7.3. More details about amenities, scores per category and all resident reviews can be found on the neighbourhood page of the Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente.
The neighbourhood consists of several sub-areas, each with its own character. Oud-Wassenaar has a historic appearance, while De Kieviet is known for its villa development in the greenery. Duindigt met Groenendaal lies near the famous racecourse and has its own atmosphere. Also Kerkehout and Nieuw-Wassenaar are worth looking at separately if you are looking for a home to buy in this part of the municipality. The municipality itself provides more information about local regulations, permits and municipal services via wassenaar.nl.
For whom is buying in the Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente realistic?
This is not a neighbourhood for first-time buyers or young families with a modal income. The average household income is €100,400 per year, and sale prices start at €550,000 and go up significantly. Buying a house in the Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente is reserved for established buyers, movers and people who consciously choose peace, space and privacy over urban proximity. In addition to the purchase price, factor in additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for owner-occupiers), notary fees and possible estate agent fees. Those who do not yet want to take the step to buying can also look at rental homes in the Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente as an intermediate step.
Searching for a home to buy in the Zuidwestelijk deel der gemeente
Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also what it is like to live there. Also compare the supply in the Noordoostelijk deel der gemeente or view all homes for sale in Wassenaar for a broader overview.
Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in the southwestern part of the municipality in Wassenaar?
In the past twelve months, 52 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €2,144,846. Prices ranged from €550,000 to €7,850,000, with an average living area of 254 m². The average WOZ value in this neighbourhood is €1,203,000, well above the municipal average of €730,000.
What types of homes are available if you want to buy a home in the southwestern part of the municipality?
The supply consists almost exclusively of spacious detached villas and country houses on large plots. Buying an apartment in the southwestern part of the municipality is rarely possible; the neighbourhood is characterised by large owner-occupied homes in a green environment. Of the total housing stock, 67% is owner-occupied.
How is the accessibility if you buy a home in the southwestern part of the municipality?
Accessibility is a known bottleneck. Residents give this a score of 4.0 out of 10. There is no train station in the immediate vicinity and bus connections are limited. By car, you are dependent on the Rijksstraatweg and the A44; if they are busy or closed, it can cause delays. For daily commuting without your own transport, this neighbourhood is less suitable.
What facilities are there in the area for those who want to live here?
The neighbourhood has few daily amenities. There is no supermarket, bakery or pharmacy in the immediate area. For groceries, you drive to Wassenaar village (approximately 7 km) or to Mariahoeve in The Hague. Residents give facilities a score of 5.3 out of 10. Schools are accessible via the wider municipality of Wassenaar, but even for that, a car or bicycle over a longer distance is needed.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in the southwestern part of the municipality?
In addition to the purchase price, as an owner-occupier you pay 2% transfer tax on the purchase price. With an average sale price of over €2 million, this quickly amounts to tens of thousands of euros. Additionally, there are notary costs, possible estate agent fees and costs for a structural survey. Make sure to get good advice before making an offer in this segment.
The neighbourhood is quiet with little contact with the neighbours. It is otherwise relaxed, rich in nature, and of good quality. You are close to The Hague and it's a half-hour drive to Amsterdam. The lack of contact with the neighbourhood has its pros and cons. But it does provide peace. The houses are very closed off from the rest of the street, so there is little contact.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a lovely neighbourhood with a lot of privacy. However, it's difficult to reach, especially when the Rijksstraatweg is closed or the A44. So accessibility is poor and could be improved.
Auto-translated to English by AIGone downhill, absolutely no local shops or small stores for basic necessities. You have to get everything by car or in Wassenaar village 7 kilometres away or in Mariahoeve, The Hague. Also no good cycling connection through the green via the meadows to Mariahoeve. The neighbourhood is in a green oasis next to the Duivenvoordsepolder. Safety: people drive their cars through the streets in an irresponsible manner. Hygiene: dog poo is a problem in many places. Housing: two streets need to be rebuilt: Jacobastraat and Adriaanstraat; houses are a hundred years old, poorly insulated and much too small. Public transport accessibility: a bus that runs along the Rijksstraatweg from The Hague to Haarlem and vice versa. An option should be Randstad traffic with a bus from station Mariahoeve, which runs via the Wittenburgerweg along the Kerkehout and then rejoins the old route, so you can also easily get to the train station Mariahoeve and tram line 6 to take into the city.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a quiet neighbourhood with a lot of privacy and nature, only there is little contact with neighbours and other residents because of this privacy.
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