Dammenbuurt, Oosterhout
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Herendam sits in a quiet part of Dammenbuurt, a leafy residential area in Oosterhout. With 217 m² of living space, it is considerably larger than the average home in the neighbourhood. The price of €650,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €551,286, but the extra space and energy label B help explain the premium. For context, this is the most expensive of the seven homes currently for sale in the area, and apartments in Oosterhout vary widely in size and price.
Dammenbuurt is a well-established neighbourhood built in the 1970s and 1980s, with mostly single-family homes and a mix of owner-occupied and rental properties. The area is home to around 1,255 residents, with a balanced age spread, many families with children, but also a fair number of older residents. The neighbourhood has a moderate urban feel, with an address density of about 1,012 addresses per km². There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the quiet streets and nearby green spaces make it a pleasant place to live. The Dammenbuurt neighbourhood is well connected to the rest of Oosterhout.
For daily groceries, you have Albert Heijn just a couple of streets away and Jumbo around the corner. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including RK Basisschool De Vonder and bs de Wilsdonck, both about a ten-minute walk. A park or public garden is just around the corner, perfect for a quick stroll. The nearest train station is 11.8 km away, so a car or bus is needed for longer journeys. The municipality of Oosterhout offers a range of amenities, including restaurants and a library within a short distance.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through two channels: Van der Plas & De Vegt makelaardij B.V. and Van der Plas makelaardij bv.
Details of this home
Herendam 137, Oosterhout
Data from Dammenbuurt
Data from Dammenbuurt
18 within 5 km
11 within 5 km
About Herendam 137, Oosterhout
The asking price of €650,000 is 18% above the neighbourhood average of €551,286, making it the most expensive of the seven homes currently for sale in Dammenbuurt. However, the apartment is also 36% larger than the average (217 m² vs 160 m²) and has a good energy label B. Recently sold homes in the area went for an average of €467,000, but those were smaller properties. Given the size and efficiency, the price is on the high side but reflects the extra space.
With 217 m² of living space, this apartment is 36% larger than the neighbourhood average of 160 m². It is also the largest of the seven homes currently on the market in Dammenbuurt. The extra space is a key factor in the higher asking price.
The energy label is B, which means the home is reasonably energy-efficient. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have label B, and 12.5% have label A. A B label typically means lower heating costs compared to older, less efficient homes, though exact running costs depend on usage.
Dammenbuurt recorded 25 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively low for a neighbourhood of this size. The area is predominantly residential with a quiet character, and the mix of families and older residents contributes to a stable community feel.
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 667 m, about a five-minute walk. Jumbo is 790 m away. For primary education, RK Basisschool De Vonder is 3.2 km and bs de Wilsdonck is 3.3 km, both about a ten-minute walk. A park is just 300 m away.
The nearest train station is 11.8 km away, so commuting by train requires a car or bus to the station. For local travel, cycling is common.
Recently sold homes in Dammenbuurt took an average of 38 days to sell, which is a moderate pace. The current supply is limited (7 homes for sale), so well-priced properties may attract interest relatively quickly.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Dammenbuurt