Buying a home in Berkenoord 2, Vaassen.
Berkenoord 2 in Vaassen is where you'll find solid, family-sized homes on quiet streets—mostly built in the 1980s and 90s, the kind of neighbourhood where people settle for the long haul. You're ten minutes from Vaassen's centre and schools, but far enough out that you get real green space around you. The residents here tend to be families and older couples who've chosen stability over buzz; if that sounds like your speed, the pricing is straightforward and the maintenance-to-space ratio works in your favour.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Berkenoord 2
Pros:
- Direct train line to Arnhem (20 minutes) and connection onward to central Netherlands without needing a car for commuting
- New-build neighbourhood with modern insulation and heating systems, reducing energy bills compared to older Dutch housing stock
- Quieter than central Vaassen; school De Oost and sports fields nearby mean families aren't navigating town centre congestion for daily activities
- Supermarkets (Albert Heijn, Jumbo) within walking distance on Torenlaan, no car needed for groceries
Cons:
- Limited nightlife or restaurants—Vaassen centre is small, and you're reliant on Apeldoorn (15 km) for evening entertainment
- New neighbourhood means fewer established social networks; you won't find the 30-year-old neighbour friendships that define older districts
- Car dependency for anything beyond basics; cycling to work in Arnhem is feasible but not everyone's preference
- Resale pool for new-build homes can be thin outside peak markets; fewer comparable properties sold recently means valuation uncertainty
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Epe
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 19.69
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 249
- Residential burglary
- 15
- Theft
- 29
- Violence and threats
- 17
- Vandalism and public order
- 48
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 Vaassen
Choose homes that match your needs and compare listings on practical points such as living area, layout and condition. Consider which features matter most to you before deciding which homes to view.
Asking prices and sale prices in Vaassen
To assess whether the asking price is reasonable, look at recent sales of similar homes in Vaassen, considering features such as type, size and condition. The area’s median is a useful reference, but it does not determine the value of this particular home.
The wider housing market in Vaassen
Buying a home in Vaassen? The median sale price was around € 531,000 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
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