20 homes for sale in neighbourhood Andel, Altena

House prices and market figures Andel, Altena

The owner-occupied market in Andel is strong. Of the more than 1,030 homes in the neighbourhood, 69% are owner-occupied, giving this village a distinct home-ownership character. The average WOZ value is €379,000, slightly below the district average of €386,000 and slightly above the Altena municipal average (€377,000). This positions Andel as an averagely priced neighbourhood within the municipality, without any notable outliers in either direction.

Looking at actual transactions, the average purchase price over the past twelve months is €514,000, with an average living area of 155 m². That works out to approximately €3,316 per square metre. The range is remarkably wide: from €360,000 to €1,250,000. The upper end is explained by the detached homes and former farmhouses that occasionally come onto the market here. In total, 15 homes changed hands in the past year, indicating that supply is limited and buyers need to be alert. At the top of this page, you can see the current listings and the average asking price at this moment.

Living in Andel, Altena

Andel is a small, close-knit village on the Alm, in the middle of the river landscape of the Biesbosch region. It has the character of a classic Brabant-Holland border village: quiet, green, with a strong sense of community and little urban bustle. The housing stock consists largely of detached homes and semi-detached houses, many built in the 1970s and 1980s, but here and there also older character homes along the dikes and ribbons. Terraced houses are also present, but they do not dominate the streetscape. This gives Andel a relatively spacious and green appearance compared to the larger centres in the municipality.

Facilities are available at village level. Andel has a primary school, a community centre and a number of active sports clubs, including a football club. For daily groceries, you drive to Werkendam, about five minutes away, where supermarkets, a pharmacy and other shops can be found. Larger shopping centres and hospital care are available in Gorinchem, about twenty minutes away. Children attending secondary school cycle or are driven to schools in Werkendam or Woudrichem.

Accessibility by car is reasonably good: via the N322 and N283 you quickly reach the A27 towards Breda or Utrecht. There is no train station in Andel itself. The nearest station is Gorinchem, accessible by bus or car. Public transport within the village is limited, meaning a car is practically indispensable. That is a fair disadvantage to weigh up if you are considering buying a home here.

Residents particularly appreciate the peace, space and social character of the village. On the Andel neighbourhood page you can read all reviews and neighbourhood scores. One resident writes: "You know your neighbours, everyone greets each other. It is truly a village where you can still be a child outdoors." Recurring criticisms are the limited facilities within walking distance and the dependence on a car for almost everything outside the village.

If you want to combine more space with a rural setting, Buitengebied Andel is also worth a look, where more detached homes and agricultural plots can be found. For those who prefer a slightly larger centre with more facilities, districts such as Werkendam or Nieuwendijk offer a good alternative within the same municipality. At district level, the page about the Andel district provides a more complete picture of the area.

Does a home in Andel suit you as a buyer?

Andel mainly attracts families and people aged 45 to 65 who consciously choose peace and space over urban proximity. The largest household group consists of families with children, and almost half of the residents are married. First-time buyers will find it difficult: with an average purchase price of €514,000 and a limited number of transactions per year, the entry level is high and the choice narrow. Upsizers and those looking to step down in terms of housing pressure have more opportunities here, provided they can act quickly when something becomes available. Keep in mind that supply is scarce and popular homes sell fast. If buying is not feasible at the moment, also consider the rental supply in the neighbourhood as an interim option.

What residents say about living in Andel

Residents rate Andel positively in terms of liveability, social atmosphere and green surroundings. They are less enthusiastic about the level of facilities and accessibility without a car. One resident puts it aptly: "Andel is not a village for people who want everything around the corner, but if you are looking for peace and a sense of community, you are in the right place here." See all reviews, scores per category and neighbourhood data on the full Andel neighbourhood page.

Comparing homes for sale in and around Andel

Buurtje.nl brings together property listings from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews, demographic data and neighbourhood scores that you will not find anywhere else on a purchase page. This way, you can not only see what is for sale, but also whether the neighbourhood suits you. Compare homes for sale in Andel with listings in Sleeuwijk, Hank or view the overall overview of homes for sale in the municipality of Altena. More about the municipality can also be found on the official website of the municipality of Altena.