Buying a home in Kagerweide, Sassenheim.
You'll find mostly modern family homes here, many built in the past 20–30 years, with decent gardens and straightforward layouts. Kagerweide is quieter than central Sassenheim, which means younger families and professionals who value space over nightlife. The real draw is how close everything practical is: supermarkets, schools, and the station are all within walking distance or a short cycle. Green space surrounds you—fields and local paths take you out toward the countryside quickly.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Kagerweide
Pros:
- Quiet suburban setting with direct access to open countryside; easy cycling or walking to Lisse's bulb fields and the Keukenhof area
- Local train station (Sassenheim) connects directly to Leiden (15 min) and Amsterdam (40 min) without needing to change lines
- Mix of detached and semi-detached homes from the 1970s–1990s; most have gardens and parking on-site
- Prices notably lower than comparable properties in Leiden or coastal towns, while still within commuting range
Cons:
- Limited local retail; most errands require driving or cycling to central Sassenheim or Lisse
- Trains to Amsterdam run hourly in off-peak periods; not practical for daily commuting on an unpredictable schedule
- Schools limited to primary level in the immediate area; secondary school attendance usually means transport to Lisse or Leiden
- Flat, exposed landscape offers little wind protection; winters can feel bleak and damp
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Teylingen
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 17.45
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 102
- Residential burglary
- 8
- Theft
- 23
- Violence and threats
- 11
- Vandalism and public order
- 7
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 Sassenheim
Choose homes that fit your needs. When comparing listings, check practical details such as living area, layout and condition.
Asking prices and sale prices in Sassenheim
To judge whether the asking price is in line with recent sales in Sassenheim, look at sales of homes with similar characteristics. The area’s median is only a summary of recorded sales, not a value for a particular home.
The wider housing market in Sassenheim
Buying a home in Sassenheim? The median sale price in the previous full quarter was around €375,000. When comparing homes, look at features such as living area and condition alongside similar homes.
Updated: September 2026