Homes for sale in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad en omgeving, Bergen op Zoom
View the current supply of homes for sale in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad and surroundings, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews. Discover if this historic district suits you.
What does a home cost in the Oude Stad of Bergen op Zoom?
The housing market in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad and its surroundings is remarkably diverse. From compact apartments around €150,000 to characteristic townhouses and monumental properties exceeding €1,000,000. The average purchase price over the past year was €399,505, based on 198 sold homes with an average living area of 132 m². This is significantly higher than the average WOZ value of €259,000 in this neighbourhood, indicating that buyers are willing to bid well above the appraised value. For comparison, the average WOZ value in the municipality of Bergen op Zoom is €304,000. The Oude Stad thus attracts buyers who specifically choose its historic character.
Of the more than 7,600 homes in the neighbourhood, 48% are owner-occupied and 52% are rental properties, a large portion (34%) of which are owned by housing corporations. This means that the supply of homes for sale is relatively limited compared to newer neighbourhoods. Here you will mainly find apartments in former warehouses and above shops, but also terraced houses and semi-detached homes in the surrounding areas. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the latest asking prices and available homes.
Living in the Oude Stad: cosiness with a rough edge
The Oude Stad of Bergen op Zoom is not a slick new-build neighbourhood, and that is precisely what residents appreciate about it. On the neighbourhood page of Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad and surroundings, residents rate the area a 7.8 out of 10. Accessibility (8.4), green spaces (8.4), and education (8.4) score particularly high. Resident Annemarie de Jong, who has lived there for 45 years, puts it aptly: "Really a neighbourhood where social control is number one. People look out for each other, care for each other, and have respect for each other." This mutual involvement is reflected in several reviews. Rina calls it "a cosy neighbourhood where everyone is there for each other."
At the same time, there is a downside. The cleanliness score is the lowest at 6.4, and safety scores a 7.3. Sandra warns in her review about nuisance from confused individuals in the centre. That is honestly something you see in many historic city centres, but it is good to know if you are considering buying a home here. The Centrum has a different character in this regard compared to, for example, the quieter Het Glacis or Zeekant.
In terms of amenities, you are well-served here. In the centre you will find supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Lidl, and the Grote Markt offers a mix of hospitality, shops, and cultural institutions. The CKB (Centre for Art and Culture de Maagd) is within walking distance and offers music and painting lessons. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, and secondary schools such as the Mollerlyceum are within cycling distance. Resident Mrs. Becht specifically mentions the renewed trees and flower beds on the Rijtuigweg and the proximity of activities such as Kinderspelen and Carnival, which in Bergen op Zoom (Krabbegat!) is of course a big celebration. Station Bergen op Zoom is less than a ten-minute bike ride away and takes you to Rotterdam or Breda in under an hour. The A4 and A58 are reachable within a few minutes by car, making commuting to Roosendaal or Antwerp quite feasible. The municipality of Bergen op Zoom is also investing in the accessibility of the centre with improved cycling routes.
Which buyers is the Oude Stad of Bergen op Zoom interesting for?
With an average income of €35,000 and an entry price from around €150,000, buying an apartment in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad and surroundings is achievable for starters, especially with current mortgage rates. Movers looking for a characteristic property with history will find more here than in new-build neighbourhoods such as Bergen op Zoom-Oost. Seniors benefit from the short distances to amenities. However, note that monumental properties often come with higher maintenance costs, and overbidding is not uncommon in this sought-after neighbourhood. In addition to the purchase price, also budget for approximately 2% transfer tax and notary costs. If you find the owner-occupied market too expensive, you can also look at rental homes in the Oude Stad as an alternative.
Searching for a home to buy in the historic heart of Bergen op Zoom
On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews, and neighbourhood statistics. This way, you not only discover what is for sale, but also what it is really like to live there. Feel free to compare the Oude Stad with surrounding neighbourhoods such as Bergen op Zoom-Noord, the western neighbourhood, or the rural Halsteren. Also check the complete overview of homes for sale in Bergen op Zoom to find the right neighbourhood.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average purchase price of a house in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad en omgeving?
The average purchase price over the past year was €399,505, based on 198 sold homes. Prices vary widely: from around €150,000 for a compact apartment to over €1,000,000 for monumental properties. The average living area is 132 m².
What is the WOZ value of homes in the Oude Stad of Bergen op Zoom?
The average WOZ value in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad en omgeving is €259,000. That is below the municipal average of €304,000. However, actual selling prices are significantly higher than the WOZ value, indicating a sought-after buyer's market.
What costs are involved in buying a home in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad en omgeving?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay approximately 2% transfer tax (for non-first-time buyers), notary fees, and possibly appraisal and advisory costs. For monumental properties in the Oude Stad, maintenance costs may be higher. Also allow for possible overbidding above the asking price.
Is buying a home in Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad en omgeving suitable for first-time buyers?
Yes, there are apartments available from around €150,000, which is achievable for first-time buyers. The average income in the neighbourhood is €35,000. However, note that popular homes often attract overbidding. The labour participation rate in the neighbourhood is 61%.
How is the accessibility of Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad en omgeving?
Accessibility scores an 8.4 among residents. Bergen op Zoom station is within cycling distance and offers direct trains to Roosendaal, Breda and Rotterdam. The A4 and A58 are reachable within minutes. Antwerp is about a 40-minute drive away.
Very many so-called confused people in the neighbourhood under the influence of something. I think they should look at how to keep these kinds of people out of the neighbourhood as much as possible.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe trees on Rijtuigweg have been renewed and flower beds have been added. Also bicycle racks. There are primary and secondary schools in the neighbourhood. You can often experience activities in the centre. Children's games and Carnival, theatre and music. The CKB is nearby. Music, painting lessons.
Auto-translated to English by AII have lived here for 45 years now, truly a neighbourhood where social control is number one. People look out for each other, care for each other, have respect for each other. And very importantly, we take care of our elderly together so they can continue living in our neighbourhood for a long time. Together we make our neighbourhood as cosy as possible.
Auto-translated to English by AIFriendly people live in the neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are also plenty of activities in the city
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood and everyone is there for each other
Auto-translated to English by AINice little square with a playground, but often nuisance from teenagers in the evening.
Auto-translated to English by AII really enjoy living here, I've only been living here for a short while. But strangely enough, I don't really feel very safe or anything. Maybe because I've been living here for 3 weeks and my license plates were already stolen.. oh well. The accessibility is okay but there are a lot of one-way streets which is a bit annoying because you have to take a detour. You have to pay for parking almost everywhere, so that's a bit of a downside. On the other hand, there are many shops and facilities within easy reach. And there are nice parks and bits of nature. There are many different cultures in one city.
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