17 homes for sale in neighbourhood Aarle-Rixtel, Laarbeek

House prices and market figures in Aarle-Rixtel, Laarbeek

Aarle-Rixtel is a neighbourhood where the vast majority of homes are owner-occupied: 69% are owner-occupied homes, compared to 31% rented (of which 24% is social housing). The average WOZ value is €393,000, slightly below the district average of €406,000 and almost equal to the municipal average of €394,000 in Laarbeek. However, prices on the owner-occupied market are higher than the WOZ values suggest: in the past twelve months, 38 homes were sold for an average purchase price of €525,566. The range ran from €250,000 to €1,132,000, showing that both affordable terraced houses and spacious detached homes changed hands. With an average living area of 165 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €3,185. The supply mainly consists of single-family homes, from terraced and semi-detached houses to detached homes. Those considering buying an apartment in Aarle-Rixtel will find that the supply is limited. At the top of this page you will find the current state of the housing supply, including the average asking price and time to sell at this moment.

Living in Aarle-Rixtel: village character with a strong sense of community

Aarle-Rixtel is one of the four cores of the municipality of Laarbeek and has the character of an independent Brabant village. With around 5,330 inhabitants, it is large enough for its own facilities, but small enough to know your neighbours. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (1,510 people), but the 65-plus group is also well represented with 1,455 residents. This gives the village a quiet, established atmosphere. At the same time, there are over 700 children under 15, so it is certainly not a greying village without young life.

The housing stock is diverse. You will find post-war neighbourhoods with terraced houses from the 1960s and 1970s, but also newer expansions and older village houses around the Sint-Willibrorduskerk in the centre. Most households consist of couples without children (870), and 46% of residents are married. The average disposable income of €35,900 is close to the municipal average of €35,800, fitting a typical middle-class neighbourhood.

In terms of facilities, Aarle-Rixtel has its own supermarket, primary school De Springplank, and sports clubs such as football club SV Aarle-Rixtel and tennis club ATC. The Wilhelminakanaal and the surrounding countryside towards Strijp and Laar offer plenty of green space for walking or cycling. Resident Tijl Hendriks describes it as follows: "A cosy neighbourhood with a lot of mutual interaction." That mutual involvement is reflected in the resident score: an 8.0 for community and a 9.0 for green space. More reviews and neighbourhood data can be found on the Aarle-Rixtel neighbourhood page.

Accessibility scores an 8.0 from residents, and that is correct: via the N279 you are within ten minutes on the A270 towards Helmond and Eindhoven. The village does not have its own train station, but Helmond station is less than ten minutes away by car. Bus lines connect Aarle-Rixtel with Helmond and Gemert. Compared to neighbouring villages such as Beek en Donk and Lieshout, Aarle-Rixtel is slightly smaller and more self-contained, but the level of facilities is comparable. The scattered houses around Laar and Strijp offer a more rural alternative for those who really want to live outside, while Heikant is also a quiet option. More information about the entire Aarle-Rixtel district can be found on the district page. On the website of the municipality of Laarbeek you can read about current zoning plans and housing projects.

Who is a home in Aarle-Rixtel interesting for?

With an average purchase price of over €525,000, buying a house in Aarle-Rixtel is not necessarily a starter option, unless you aim for the lower end of the market around €250,000. Movers and families with a dual income will find spacious single-family homes with a garden in a safe, green environment. The large group of 65-pluses indicates that seniors also like to stay here. Note that the supply is limited: with 38 sales per year, the market does not turn quickly. Overbidding occurs, especially for well-maintained homes. Those who want to search more flexibly can also look at rental homes in Aarle-Rixtel or explore the supply in the broader municipality of Laarbeek.

What residents say about Aarle-Rixtel

Residents give Aarle-Rixtel an overall score of 7.9 out of 10, based on 1 review. The highest sub-scores go to green space (9.0) and housing (9.0), indicating that residents are satisfied with their home and the green environment. The lowest scores are for safety and beauty (both 7.0), which is still more than sufficient. Tijl Hendriks sums it up: "A cosy neighbourhood with a lot of mutual interaction" and gives an 8.0 for community. Curious about all the ratings and sub-scores? View the full resident reviews of Aarle-Rixtel.

Compare homes for sale in and around Aarle-Rixtel

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