Buying a home in Reinier de Graafbuurt, Delft.
Reinier de Graafbuurt is a quiet residential neighbourhood where you'll find families and couples who've settled in for the long term. Most homes date from the 1960s and 70s, well-maintained and more affordable than Delft's centre. You're close to the Technical University campus and the old town, so shops and cafés are within walking distance. The area isn't fashionable, but that's exactly what many residents value: a place to simply live without fuss.
Start free trialBest things and drawbacks to living in Reinier de Graafbuurt
Pros:
- Walking distance to Delft Central Station (10 minutes), direct trains to Rotterdam, The Hague and Amsterdam
- Plenty of 1930s houses with original features, much larger than average apartments
- Quiet residential street with little through traffic, children's playground on site
- Local bakery Jansen and various shops on Reinier de Graafstraat itself
Cons:
- Parking is tight; many residents own cars but spaces are limited
- Neighborhood is further from the city center than areas like De Wijk; less nightlife within walking distance
- Some streets experience noise from the A13 motorway (especially north side)
- Houses are old; many still have single-glazed windows and require significant renovation
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Delft
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 40.21
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 584
- Residential burglary
- 33
- Theft
- 159
- Violence and threats
- 61
- Vandalism and public order
- 70
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through June 2026
What does Reinier de Graafbuurt offer?
In Delft you live among students, young families, and people with deep roots here. The homes are often from the 17th and 18th centuries, with tall windows and deep rooms, lined tightly along the canals. The centre is compact and walkable, but also busy: lots of cyclists, plenty of university noise. Outside the historic core you'll find newer neighbourhoods with more space and less tourism. The train to Rotterdam and The Hague is quick, so you're not trapped in the centre if your work is elsewhere.
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Housing market Reinier de Graafbuurt
In Delft, the real estate market remains stable with 306 homes sold this quarter, matching the previous quarter. The average transaction price rose to 490,000 euros this quarter from 473,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter went from 5,447 euros to 5,335 euros. The average list price increased to 475,000 euros this quarter from 448,000 euros last quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is 5% higher than last year, reflecting a steady demand in the market.
Updated: May 2026
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