Buying a home in Eekterveld, Vaassen.
Eekterveld sits on Vaassen's quieter edge, where you get modern family homes and a mix of owner-occupiers who've put down roots. You're in commuter territory—trains to Arnhem and beyond run regularly, and the N50 is your direct line to bigger towns. The neighborhood has the feel of somewhere that actually grows vegetables in its gardens and where neighbors tend to know each other. Close by, you've got the Veluwe's forests for weekend walks and the center of Vaassen itself for everyday shops.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Eekterveld
Pros:
- Direct NS connection to Arnhem (20 mins) and Zutphen (10 mins) via Vaassen station, useful if you work in either city
- Houses tend to be cheaper than comparable properties in urban Gelderland
- Quieter setting with space between properties, appeals if you want less density
- Proximity to Hoge Veluwe National Park (15km) for hiking and cycling
Cons:
- Car dependency is high; local shops and services require driving, limited walkability
- Vaassen station is 3km away, making the commute less convenient than it first appears
- Rural job market; most residents commute out for work
- School choice is limited to what Epe municipality offers; no private or international options locally
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Epe
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 18.90
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 239
- Residential burglary
- 16
- Theft
- 23
- Violence and threats
- 19
- Vandalism and public order
- 45
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through September 2026
Finding a home in Vaassen
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Asking prices and sale prices in Vaassen
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The wider housing market in Vaassen
Buying a home in Vaassen? The median sale price in the previous full quarter was around €519,000. As you compare homes, consider their features, such as living area and condition, alongside similar homes.
Updated: September 2026