De Hoven, Zutphen
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Barmelskamp sits in a leafy part of De Hoven, a neighbourhood on the western edge of Zutphen. With 168 m² of living space and a 319 m² plot, it is noticeably larger than the local average. The asking price of €625,000 is the highest among the eight homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood and sits 30% above the average asking price of €481,250, so it is on the high side. For context, semi-detached houses in Zutphen vary widely in price and size.
De Hoven feels more like a separate village than a city neighbourhood. It has a small-scale, green character with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, many with gardens. The population of around 2,300 is relatively stable, with a high proportion of families and older residents. The area is quiet and safe, with low crime figures. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows that 88% of homes are single-family houses and two-thirds are owner-occupied, which points to a settled, family-oriented community. You can read more about the De Hoven neighbourhood on Buurtje.
For your morning bread and groceries, the nearest supermarket is a SPAR about a ten-minute walk away, with a Lidl, an AH XL, an Aldi and an Albert Heijn all within a 15- to 20-minute walk. For primary schools, Jenaplanschool de Hoven is just a couple of streets away, and Vrije School De Berkel is about a ten-minute walk. Secondary schools are a bit further, with Vrije school Zutphen-Groningen and Kompaan College both around 1.5 km away. The train station is 1.5 km from the house, so you can walk there in about 18 minutes. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Zutphen.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaarsland and Funda. The asking price reflects the premium for a larger-than-average home in a sought-after part of the neighbourhood.
Details of this home
Barmelskamp 16, Zutphen
Data from De Hoven
Data from De Hoven
11 within 5 km
39 within 5 km
About Barmelskamp 16, Zutphen
The asking price is 30% above the average asking price in De Hoven (€481,250) and is the highest of the eight homes currently for sale. However, this house is also 27% larger than the neighbourhood average (168 m² vs 132 m²) and has an energy label A, which is efficient. Homes in De Hoven sell quickly, on average within 18 days, so the market is active. Whether the price is fair depends on how much you value the extra space and modern efficiency.
With 168 m² of living space, this house is 27% larger than the average home for sale in the neighbourhood (132 m²). The plot of 319 m² also gives you a good-sized garden, which is typical for semi-detached homes in this area. Most homes in De Hoven are single-family houses, so space is generally generous, but this one stands out as particularly roomy.
The home has an energy label A, which means it is very efficient. In De Hoven, 37.5% of homes have label A, and none have A+. With a modern build year of 2009, you can expect good insulation and low heating costs. The label A is a strong selling point compared to the 37.5% of homes in the neighbourhood that have labels D or lower.
Homes in De Hoven sell on average within 18 days, which is fast. This indicates strong demand relative to supply. The current stock is limited, only eight homes are for sale, so if you are interested, the market moves quickly. The fast pace is consistent with the family-friendly character of the neighbourhood.
De Hoven is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a high proportion of families and older residents. 88% of homes are single-family houses, and two-thirds are owner-occupied, which creates a stable community. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Jenaplanschool de Hoven just 712 m away. The area has low crime and good access to parks and supermarkets.
Zutphen train station is 1.5 km from the house, which is about an 18-minute walk or a short bike ride. The station offers connections to cities like Arnhem, Deventer and Apeldoorn. For daily commuting, the distance is manageable on foot or by bicycle.
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR at 1.3 km, about a 15-minute walk. Within 1.6 km you also have a Lidl, an AH XL, an Aldi and an Albert Heijn. For daily shopping, the SPAR is the most convenient, while the larger supermarkets offer more choice for weekly shops.
The home is semi-detached, so the garden is likely private and not overlooked.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Hoven
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