De Beek, Bergen op Zoom
NeighbourhoodThis corner house on Burgemeester Elkhuizenlaan in Halsteren feels spacious and solid, with 157 m² of living space and a 251 m² plot. Built in 1960 and with energy label B, it combines a classic layout with decent efficiency. The price of €495,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but the floor area is a third larger than the typical home in De Beek, so you are paying for extra square metres. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Bergen op Zoom vary widely, and this one sits at the upper end.
De Beek is a quiet, family-oriented neighbourhood with mostly single-family homes (93%) and a mix of ages, many residents are between 45 and 65, but there are also plenty of families with children. Two residents describe it warmly: "Nice neighbourhood, friendly social neighbours, it's wonderful to live here" and "A super cosy neighbourhood with lovely people." They mention sociable streets, dog walkers, and nearby woods and animals. The neighbourhood De Beek has a low crime rate and a relaxed, village-like feel.
For your morning bread, Lidl is just around the corner, and PLUS and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. Primary schools are close: Christelijke Basisschool De Springplank is a five-minute walk, and RK Basisschool St Maarten is just beyond that. The municipality Bergen op Zoom offers parks and a restaurant within walking distance, and the train station is a short drive away.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Helmig Makelaardij en Taxatieburo o/z and Funda.
Details of this home
Burgemeester Elkhuizenlaan 12, Halsteren
Excellent · 2 residents
Good social people, always a chat if you live with dogs, very helpful if needed. The people are very approachable. Many dog lovers in the neighbourhood, met many nice people, you don't find this anymore in the big city. I'm very happy and grateful that we get to live here.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy experience with the neighbourhood is that the people are sociable and very friendly, exceptions aside, always a nice chat with people on the street or in the shops, beautiful surroundings with animals and forest nearby. Just a top neighbourhood we live in,
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About Burgemeester Elkhuizenlaan 12, Halsteren
The asking price is about 12% above the neighbourhood average of €441,375, but this home is also 33% larger than the typical 118 m² in De Beek. Per square metre, the price of €3,153 is below the neighbourhood average of €3,763, so you get more space for your money. Recent sales in the area averaged €392,167, so the price is on the high side but reflects the extra square metres.
De Beek is a quiet, green neighbourhood with mostly single-family homes and a strong sense of community. Residents describe it as friendly and sociable, with many dog owners and approachable neighbours. The area has low crime and is popular with families and older residents alike. Woods and a park are nearby, and the village centre is within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 5.7 km away, which is about a 10-minute drive or a 20-minute bike ride.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: Christelijke Basisschool De Springplank (418 m), RK Basisschool St Maarten (679 m), and Basisschool De Grebbe (774 m). Secondary schools are about 2 km away, so a bike ride or short drive is needed.
The home has energy label B, which is efficient. You can expect relatively low energy costs compared to older homes, though exact amounts depend on usage. In the neighbourhood, 20% of homes have label A+ and 20% have label C, while 60% are D or lower, so this home is above average in efficiency.
The plot is 251 m², but the listing does not explicitly mention a garden.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Beek