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Arkel-Dorp, Molenlanden
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Oranjestraat sits in a quiet part of Arkel, a village in the Alblasserwaard. Built in 2006 and with an A energy label, it is efficient and low-maintenance. At €350,000 it is the cheapest of the three homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and the price per square metre is in line with the local market. For context, the average price for apartments in Molenlanden is higher, so this is a keen entry point.
Arkel-Dorp is a small, tight-knit village community with about 2,800 residents. Most homes are owner-occupied and many are single-family houses, so the area has a settled, family-friendly feel. The population is mixed, with a good number of older residents and families with children. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the low crime figures and quiet streets suggest a peaceful place to live. For more context, see the Arkel-Dorp neighbourhood.
Daily shopping is easy: the Coop supermarket is just around the corner, and a few other supermarkets are within a ten-minute walk. For primary education, Brede School Lingewaard is a couple of streets away, and there are several other primary schools within walking distance. Secondary schools are a bit further, but the train station is a five-minute walk, so commuting to larger towns is straightforward. The village also has a GP practice, a library and a restaurant on your doorstep. For more about the wider area, see the municipality of Molenlanden.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including leuk! makelaars and Funda. The agent has published full details, so the information on this page is complete.
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At €350,000, this is the cheapest of the three apartments currently for sale in Arkel-Dorp. The average price in the neighbourhood is €378,000, and the median is €389,000, so this is below the local average. The price per square metre is also in line with the market, making it a keenly priced option.
With 81 m², this apartment is 28% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 112 m². That is reflected in the lower asking price. The home is compact but efficiently laid out, and the energy label A means running costs should be low.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home is well insulated and has low energy costs compared to older properties. In the neighbourhood, 25% of homes have label A, so this is a good standard.
The train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk or a short cycle. This makes commuting to cities like Dordrecht or Utrecht feasible without a car.
The nearest primary school, Brede School Lingewaard, is 736 m away, about a ten-minute walk. Several other primary schools are within 2 km. For secondary education, the closest options are around 2.5 km away, so a bike or bus is handy.
The Coop is just 493 m away, so daily groceries are on your doorstep. Other supermarkets like Nettorama, PLUS and Albert Heijn are within 3.2 km, easily reachable by bike or car.
Arkel-Dorp recorded 57 total crimes in the latest data, which is low for a village of this size. The area feels quiet and residential, with a mix of families and older residents.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €378,000 | €389,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,385 | – |
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €418,500 | €426,750 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,091 | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Great little neighbourhood, small cosy village. Lots of tourism in high season.
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone is always very cosy and caring for each other.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have been living here since February 2023. What stands out is the sense of community in the neighbourhood. A significant number of residents have lived here since it was built. They are open to new residents, who are each warmly welcomed with a flower or plant. There is also a neighbourhood app where useful things are shared. The village where this neighbourhood is located is fairly religious but not extreme. Sunday rest is still noticeably observed. People are not pushy with their faith towards non-believers; there is clearly mutual respect. In the village, it is normal to greet each other even if you don't know one another. This creates a relaxed atmosphere. There is also little to no crime, at least as far as we notice or hear. For the youth, a hangout spot has been set up outside the village centre, which is actually used. The village has a shopping gallery with a supermarket, bakery, butcher, hairdresser, florist, chemist, interior decorator, hairdresser, and family snack bar. There are also two restaurants, a Chinese takeaway, and a pizza/kebab shop. There is also a library and an active club life. There is also a GP out-of-hours centre/pharmacy/physio and fitness centre. The houses are almost all recently built, and the older buildings are either being replaced with new builds or renovated/restored. There are several Christian primary schools and one public primary school in the village. Within the village boundary there is enough green space, and due to the rural location around the village, there is a lot. In short, a wonderful place to live.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood contacts with the neighbours next door and behind, occasionally with others on the street and across the street. In most cases the front gardens look well-maintained. The shopping centre is easily accessible for daily needs, whether on foot, by bike or by car. For families with children, both primary schools are also easily accessible on foot.
Auto-translated to English by AIOur experiences with the neighbourhood are great! Very cosy and pleasant with each other
Auto-translated to English by AIThis is exactly what life in a village should be like. You know your neighbours. The neighbourhood is clean and safe. Nice walking environment and of course fantastic primary schools to go to. For amenities like a supermarket you don't have to go far either. Do you have to go further afield by public transport? Then I wish you good luck, because that is a real pain. Otherwise great :)
Auto-translated to English by AIRural safe environment, quiet neighbourhood. Lots of greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIA child-friendly neighbourhood. Residents are very self-centred though.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €657,177 | €590,386 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,206 | – |
| Rent price | €1,239 p/m | €1,239 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €14 p/m | – |
Oranjestraat 26, Arkel
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