Homes for sale in Boxmeer, Land van Cuijk
View the current supply of homes for sale in Boxmeer, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, and find a home that suits you.
What does a home cost in Boxmeer?
The owner-occupied market in Boxmeer is accessible compared to the rest of the municipality Land van Cuijk. The average WOZ value here is €306,000, significantly lower than the municipal average of €346,000. However, actual sale prices tell a different story: in the past twelve months, 67 homes were sold for an average of €493,739, with a range from €219,000 to €1,495,000. That difference between WOZ and sale price shows that there is considerable overbidding, or that the supply is shifting towards more expensive segments. Of the more than 6,000 homes in Boxmeer, 56% are owner-occupied and 44% are rental, of which a large proportion (34%) is social housing. The average floor area of sold homes is 142 m², indicating predominantly single-family homes and terraced houses. At the top of this page, you can view the current supply and asking prices for the most recent situation.
Living in Boxmeer: village with urban amenities
Boxmeer is not an ordinary village in the Brabant periphery. With around 12,500 residents, it is the largest centre of the municipality Land van Cuijk, and you can tell from the facilities. In the centre around Steenstraat and Burgemeester van Erp Taalmanstraat, you will find an Albert Heijn, a Jumbo, and various specialist shops. There is a weekly market on Wednesdays, a library, and cultural centre De Weijer. For daily groceries, you don't need to leave Boxmeer, which is convenient if you don't want to get in the car for every tin of beans.
On Buurtje.nl, Boxmeer scores a 6.9 from residents, based on 2 reviews. Notable are the high scores for accessibility (8.5) and amenities (8.5). Resident Mathijs describes it as a "beautiful village with urban add-ons" and considers it particularly suitable for families due to the many primary and secondary schools, including De Peddepoel primary school and Elzendaalcollege. At the same time, there is criticism: resident Ezra gives a 6.1 and writes that he misses cosiness, and "just a nice place for young adults." The score for community spirit (5.5) confirms that picture. If you are looking for a close-knit neighbourhood life, you might want to focus on neighbourhoods like Bakelgeert-Zuid or the Luneven district, where the atmosphere is more small-scale.
In terms of accessibility, Boxmeer scores well. Boxmeer railway station is on the Maaslijn line and offers direct connections to Nijmegen (about 30 minutes) and Venlo. The A73 and A77 motorways can be reached within a few minutes, which is convenient for commuters heading to Eindhoven or the Ruhr area. There is also greenery: the Maasheggen area north of the village is a UNESCO biosphere reserve, and along the Maas you can walk and cycle endlessly. Within the district itself, you will find parks near Villapark 't Zand and the countryside is never far away. Sports enthusiasts can go to football club SV Boxmeer, tennis club De Meijkens, or swimming pool De Heisprong. If you are considering buying an apartment in Boxmeer, most supply is around the centre.
Is Boxmeer right for you as a buyer?
Boxmeer mainly attracts families and home-movers who want space without leaving the city entirely. The combination of good schools, accessibility, and amenities makes it attractive for households with children. Seniors, with 3,575 residents, form the largest age group, so over-65s also feel at home here. First-time buyers need to be realistic: with an average sale price of nearly €494,000 and overbidding, buying a home in Boxmeer is not cheap. Also factor in 2% transfer tax and notary costs. If you don't have the budget, you can look at rental homes in Boxmeer as an alternative, or move to cheaper villages like Escharen or Gassel.
Searching for a home in Boxmeer using neighbourhood data and reviews
On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current supply of homes for sale with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews, and district statistics, so you not only buy a house but also choose the right neighbourhood. Compare Boxmeer with nearby districts like Velp or historic Grave, or view the broader supply of homes for sale in Land van Cuijk. This way, you find a home that fits your life, not just your budget. Read more about the municipality on the website of the municipality Land van Cuijk.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Boxmeer?
The average selling price of a home in Boxmeer over the past year was €493,739, with prices ranging from €219,000 to €1,495,000. The average WOZ value is €306,000, which is lower than the municipal average of €346,000. Keep in mind that in practice, offers often exceed the asking price.
What additional costs do I incur when buying a home in Boxmeer?
When buying a house in Boxmeer, in addition to the purchase price, you pay 2% transfer tax (for owner-occupation), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly valuation and advisory costs. For first-time buyers under 35, an exemption from transfer tax applies under certain conditions. Budget around 4-6% extra on top of the purchase price.
What types of homes are available in Boxmeer?
The supply in Boxmeer mainly consists of single-family homes and terraced houses, with an average floor area of 142 m². In the centre you will also find apartments, while in neighbourhoods such as Villapark 't Zand and the rural area there are more detached houses. The housing stock totals over 6,000 homes, of which 56% are owner-occupied.
How accessible is Boxmeer for commuters?
Boxmeer has its own train station on the Maaslijn line with direct trains to Nijmegen (approximately 30 minutes) and Venlo. The A73 and A77 motorways are reachable within minutes. This makes living in Boxmeer easily combinable with working in Nijmegen, Eindhoven or even just across the German border.
Is Boxmeer suitable for families looking to buy a home?
Boxmeer offers several primary schools and the Elzendaalcollege for secondary education. Residents rate the amenities and accessibility at 8.5. The village has sports clubs, a swimming pool and plenty of green surroundings. A downside is that the community score (5.5) is on the low side, so the neighbourhood feel varies per street.
Nice neighbourhood if you like a bit of peace and quiet, but still want the positive extras from the city. Yet also the twist of the landscape. Also ideal for families with school-going children. Many primary and secondary schools.
Auto-translated to English by AII miss cosiness. And just a nice place for young adults.
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