Buying a home in Holthuizen, Apeldoorn.
Holthuizen sits on Apeldoorn's quieter eastern edge, where post-war villas and bungalows dominate and gardens actually have room to breathe. Your neighbours here tend to be families and retirees who've chosen the area for its peace, not for being near the action. The local primary school is just down the road, and you're a 15-minute bike ride from Apeldoorn's centre if you need it. What you're really buying into is space and calm, with the Veluwe forest practically on your doorstep.
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What to consider when buying in Holthuizen
Pros:
- Quiet, tree-lined streets with single-family homes and space between properties; a stark contrast to central Apeldoorn's density.
- Direct access to Apeldoorn Central Station is a 10-minute walk, making commuting to Amsterdam or Arnhem straightforward.
- Close proximity to the Everaertsbos woods and Assel river valley for walking and cycling.
- Properties here tend to hold their value; the neighborhood attracts families who stay long-term.
Cons:
- Limited walkable amenities; you'll depend on a car or bike for groceries and errands beyond the immediate Zutphenstraat area.
- New construction and renovation work is ongoing in parts of the neighborhood, creating occasional disruption.
- Schools are adequate but not exceptional compared to other Apeldoorn neighborhoods.
- Resale market moves slowly; it's a stable area, not a hot one, so patience is required when selling.
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Apeldoorn
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 34.37
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 538
- Residential burglary
- 31
- Theft
- 60
- Violence and threats
- 55
- Vandalism and public order
- 79
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through August 2026
Finding a home in Apeldoorn
Choose homes in Apeldoorn that fit your needs and compare listings on practical points such as living area, layout and condition. Look at recent sales of similar homes to put the asking price in context.
Asking prices and sale prices in Apeldoorn
To assess whether the asking price is in line with recent sales, look at homes with similar characteristics in Apeldoorn. The area's median is a useful reference, but it does not determine the value of this particular home.
The wider housing market in Apeldoorn
Buying a home in Apeldoorn? The median sale price was around € 421,000 in the previous full quarter. As a buyer, compare a home’s living area and condition with similar homes and recent sales.
Updated: September 2026