Hoofddorp Overbos Zuid, Haarlemmermeer
NeighbourhoodThis mid-terrace house on Vijverbos sits in a leafy part of Hoofddorp where the streets feel calm and spacious. With 80 m² of living space and a 141 m² plot, it's a practical home for a family or couple. The energy label B means it's reasonably efficient. At €425,000, the price is in line with other terraced houses in Haarlemmermeer.
Overbos Zuid scores an 8.75 out of 10 from three reviews. One resident says: "In the middle of shopping facilities. Spacious and quiet." Another describes it as "a very safe neighbourhood to walk around in" with "little to no nuisance." A third calls it "a nice neighbourhood for families" with many walking spots and a close-knit feel. The area has a mix of families and older residents, and most homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Hoofddorp Overbos Zuid.
For daily shopping, Vomar is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Christelijke Basisschool Het Braambos and IBS De Olijfboom, both a few minutes' walk. The municipality Haarlemmermeer offers plenty of green space, with a park or public garden on your doorstep.
At the time of writing the home is listed via KIJCK. makelaars Hoofddorp and is also available through other channels.
Details of this home
Vijverbos 40, Hoofddorp
Very good · 3 residents
In the middle of shopping facilities. Spacious and quiet. However, the municipality could remove weeds more often.
Auto-translated to English by AII was born here in Overbos-Zuid. I think it's a very safe neighbourhood to walk around in. Not too many loitering youths and little to no nuisance. The streets look clean, but occasionally a bit old and outdated. We have a neighbourhood prevention app group in case something happens. There's a small park near our house with some trees and water where many children play. I think there are about 5-6 playgrounds in Overbos-Zuid. However, there are no peers living in the neighbourhood. They are either younger families or elderly people, so that's a shame. I give the liveability of Overbos-Zuid a solid 8.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are many walking spots here, such as the Haarlemmermeerse bos. Within walking distance you'll find at least 4 schools and plenty of childcare. Other amenities are also easily accessible, such as GPs, shops, physiotherapists, dentists, you name it. In addition, it's well-connected and you're quickly in Amsterdam and the surrounding area. Living here is on the expensive side and social housing is not very well maintained in my opinion (such as mould in the communal areas, poor ventilation of the homes and insufficient insulation). Hygiene is difficult to judge, but when it comes to litter on the streets, there is still plenty of room for improvement. Because the residual waste bins are only emptied once a month and not everyone separates their waste, it doesn't smell fresh in some places after a while. Also, waste bins that were put out some time ago often stand by the roadside for days. On my street they have started separating waste into different wheelie bins, but there simply isn't space for them. As a result, these bins often block entrances or part of the pavement.. The neighbourhood is close-knit in my opinion and I feel safe here. Among other things, a neighbourhood app (Nextdoor) is used, where I see a lot of helpfulness from neighbours. However, I don't recommend the app itself, because you'll receive emails for the rest of your life, even if you've reported them as spam and unsubscribed multiple times, haha.
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About Vijverbos 40, Hoofddorp
The asking price of €425,000 is in line with the market for a mid-terrace house of this size in Hoofddorp Overbos Zuid. The 80 m² floor area and 141 m² plot are typical for the area, and the energy label B adds to its appeal. Without comparable sales data, it's hard to say if it's a bargain, but it's not overpriced compared to similar listings.
Overbos Zuid is popular with families. There are several primary schools within walking distance, plenty of playgrounds, and a small park with trees and water where children play. Residents mention a close-knit community with a neighbourhood app. The area feels safe, with little nuisance from youths. However, some note that waste collection could be improved.
The nearest train station is 5.2 km away, which is about a ten-minute drive or a longer cycle. Public transport connections to Amsterdam and Schiphol are good, but you'll likely need a car or bike for the station.
Vomar supermarket is just around the corner (687 m), and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away (755 m). There are also several primary schools within a five-minute walk, a GP practice 0.8 km away, and a restaurant 0.9 km away. For larger shopping trips, Hoofddorp centre is a short drive.
The house has an energy label B, which is good for a home built in 1987. This means it's reasonably efficient, so heating costs should be manageable. You won't need to worry about major upgrades, but double glazing and insulation are likely already in place.
Given the house is a mid-terrace, you can expect a private back garden, likely with some outdoor space for seating or play.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Hoofddorp Overbos Zuid
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