Homes for sale in Boekend, Venlo

House prices in Boekend: well above the Venlo average

Boekend is a distinct owner-occupied neighbourhood. As many as 88% of the 341 homes are owner-occupied, and this is directly reflected in the prices. The average WOZ value is €427,000, which is significantly higher than the municipal average of €285,000 in Venlo. This difference reflects the type of housing on offer: detached and semi-detached family homes on spacious plots dominate the streetscape; apartments are hardly found here. Over the past twelve months, 15 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €502,267. The range runs from €325,000 to €790,000, with an average living area of 165 m². Anyone considering buying an apartment in Boekend will be disappointed: this is truly a neighbourhood for those seeking space and a private garden. Current asking prices and selling times can be found at the top of this page.

Only 12% of homes are rented, of which 8% through housing associations. If you would still prefer to rent first, you can visit the page for rental homes in Boekend, but supply is limited. Household income at €35,800 is also slightly above the Venlo average of €32,600, indicating that the neighbourhood houses a financially stable population.

Boekend: green, quiet and deliberately chosen for family life

Living in Boekend feels different from living in the city. The neighbourhood lies on the edge of Venlo, surrounded by greenery, and you notice it immediately as you drive through. Residents give the neighbourhood an 8.6 on the Boekend neighbourhood page, where you can also find the full resident score per category. Safety, greenery and beauty each score a perfect 10. Quinten, one of the reviewers, describes the neighbourhood as "soothing" and writes: "I think this is the perfect neighbourhood to raise children in, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. But close enough, plenty of space to play and safety to do so freely." That feeling is reflected in the demographic composition: the largest age group is 45 to 65 years, but there are also relatively many families with children. 51% of residents are married.

Facilities in Boekend itself are limited, and this has grown deliberately. There is no shopping centre in the neighbourhood, and the accessibility score of 6 out of 10 honestly indicates that you take the car for daily groceries. The nearest supermarkets and shops are in the surrounding districts of Venlo. The same applies to schools: primary education is available within a short drive in the area, but you don't live here to reach everything by bike. You can be sportively active in the immediate vicinity, with green routes and space for outdoor activities. The neighbourhood consists of two sub-areas: Kern Boekend with more contiguous buildings, and Verspreide huizen Boekend for those who really want to live on their own.

In terms of accessibility, Boekend is well connected by car. The A73 is a short distance away, allowing you to quickly reach Nijmegen or Roermond. The centre of Venlo and Venlo station can be reached within ten to fifteen minutes. Public transport is available but limited, so a car is practically indispensable. Those looking for more urban amenities can also look at Venlo-Centrum or Venlo-Oost-Noord. More information about the municipality can be found on the official website of the municipality of Venlo.

For whom is buying in Boekend the right choice?

Boekend is primarily a neighbourhood for families and movers who consciously choose peace, space and safety, and can also afford it financially. With an average selling price of over €500,000, this is not a starter neighbourhood. First-time buyers would do well to also look at Venlo-Zuid or Venlo-Noord for a more accessible entry point. In addition to the purchase price, take into account additional costs: transfer tax (2% for movers, 0% for first-time buyers under 35 below the threshold), notary fees and possible estate agent fees. Supply in Boekend is scarce, so acting quickly pays off. Finding a home to buy in Boekend requires patience, but once you live here, you rarely leave soon.

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Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also what it's really like to live there. View the current supply at the top of this page, or explore homes for sale in Venlo broadly for more choice. For a complete picture of the neighbourhood, including all scores and reviews, go to the Boekend neighbourhood page.