Homes for sale in Centrum, Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht
View the current supply of homes for sale in Centrum, Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht. Compare prices, check neighbourhood scores and read resident reviews.
What does a home cost in Centrum, Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht?
The housing market in Centrum is remarkably diverse. The average purchase price over the past twelve months was €585,905, based on 41 sold homes with an average area of 146 m². The range is wide: from €265,000 for a compact home to €3,250,000 for the more expensive detached houses. The WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €343,000, which is lower than the municipal average of €397,000 in Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht. This difference is because Centrum has a mix of terraced houses, semi-detached houses and larger detached houses, while newer neighbourhoods such as De Volgerlanden have higher average WOZ values. Of the more than 4,800 homes in Centrum, 69% are owner-occupied and 31% are rental. At the top of this page you will find the current listings with asking prices and selling times for the most recent status.
Living in Centrum: village character with surprising contrasts
Centrum is the beating heart of Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht, but don't expect urban hustle and bustle. It is a neighbourhood where you still greet your neighbour and where the village feel prevails. Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.2 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl. Accessibility scores highest with an 8.1, and rightly so: Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht station is within walking distance and takes you to Rotterdam Central in about twenty minutes via the Waterbus or the MerwedeLingeLijn. The A16 is reachable within minutes via the Waalweg, and towards Dordrecht you are there in a quarter of an hour. Bus lines connect the neighbourhood with Zwijndrecht and Ridderkerk.
What stands out when you walk through Centrum is the variety. Resident Sammy-Jo Ansems describes it aptly: "In one street there are terraced houses and a few metres further there are large beautiful houses." Around the Dorpsstraat you will find daily amenities, including an Albert Heijn, a Jumbo and various small shops. Along the Havenhoofd and the Waalplein there are eateries and a library. For education, there are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, such as De Lichtboei and Het Kompas, both with a Christian foundation, which suits the character of the village. Secondary school pupils usually travel to Zwijndrecht or Dordrecht. In terms of green spaces, there is the Sophiapolder on the edge and a natural playground that residents mention, although Diana de Wit warns: "There should be more greenery, because a lot is being built while little nature remains." Amenities score the lowest with a 6.4, which residents attribute to the lack of, for example, a nearby GP practice or more hospitality venues.
The sense of community varies per street. Resident J. Maaskant is enthusiastic about the togetherness: "Many familiar people. A lot of togetherness through the neighbourhood BBQ. Everyone looks out for each other." At the same time, Lies notes that there are "few social contacts in the neighbourhood", despite the many families with young children. That contrast fits a neighbourhood that is growing quickly. Those who want to know more about the atmosphere and all resident reviews can visit the neighbourhood page of Centrum. Within the neighbourhood you can also search specifically in the Dorp area, the historic heart, or in Oostendam and Kruiswiel for more space and greenery.
Does a home in Centrum suit you?
Centrum attracts different target groups. Families with children form the largest group of households (1,900), and the proximity of schools and playgrounds makes that logical. Movers-up find semi-detached and detached houses here, while starters with a budget around €265,000 can enter the market at the lower end by buying an apartment in Centrum or a small terraced house. Keep in mind that when buying a home in Centrum, in addition to the purchase price, you also pay transfer tax (2% for owner-occupation), notary costs and possibly valuation costs. The supply is not very large, so be prepared to act quickly. Is buying in Centrum not feasible now? Then also check the rental homes in Centrum as an alternative.
Compare and find homes in Centrum
On this page you will find the current listings in Centrum, supplemented with neighbourhood scores and experiences from residents. This helps you to look beyond just the home itself. Want to broaden your search? Then also check the listings in the Krommeweg neighbourhood, Sandelingen-Ambacht or view all homes for sale in Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht. More information about municipal plans and zoning plans can be found on the website of the municipality of Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home for sale in Centrum, Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht?
The average purchase price in Centrum over the past twelve months was €585,905, based on 41 sold homes. Prices vary widely: from €265,000 to €3,250,000, depending on the type of home and its location within the neighbourhood.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Centrum compared to Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht?
The average WOZ value in Centrum is €343,000. That is lower than the municipal average of €397,000. This is due to the mix of older terraced houses and more expensive detached homes in the neighbourhood.
What costs are involved in buying a home in Centrum?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay transfer tax (2% for owner-occupation), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly valuation and advisory fees. With an average purchase price of €585,905, this amounts to approximately €12,000 to €18,000 in additional costs.
Can I buy an apartment in Centrum, Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht?
Yes, apartments are regularly for sale in Centrum, especially at the lower end of the price range around €265,000 to €350,000. The supply varies, so keep an eye on the page for current listings.
Is Centrum suitable for families looking to buy a home?
Centrum is popular with families. There are about 1,900 households with children and several primary schools in the neighbourhood. Residents appreciate the safety (7.4/10) and accessibility (8.1/10). One point of attention is that residents indicate that more green space is needed due to increasing new construction.
It's a nice neighbourhood with quite friendly people. There are more elderly than young people and many Christians. It's a mix of poor and rich. In one street there are terraced houses and a few metres further there are large beautiful houses. For the rest, there is a lot of nature and even a large natural playground, but that's about it. The primary school education here is not the best; not much is done and the teachers themselves underestimate the pupils. The secondary school is quite far away and the vocational colleges/universities of applied sciences are even further. On the one hand that's nice because it's nice and quiet. But for the students it's sometimes annoying, especially the vocational colleges/universities of applied sciences.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet, no nuisance, tidy, friendly people, clear traffic situation, there could be more greenery because a lot is being built while little nature remains.
Auto-translated to English by AIYeah, good though
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are many families with young children, but otherwise there is little cosiness in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful part of Ambacht. Lots of familiar faces. A strong sense of community thanks to the neighbourhood BBQ. You kind of know everyone. Everyone looks out for each other and you can always ask for help.
Auto-translated to English by AIWell accessible, but there are some loitering youths, and sometimes some noise nuisance from scooters
Auto-translated to English by AIPositive: Quiet Close to shops Good amenities No nuisance from loitering youths Good accessibility Negative: Little greenery, only buildings
Auto-translated to English by AIVery restless, emergency services hard to reach, plenty of green though, shops not nearby, since the separation from the plastic it has all become very unhygienic, in terms of safety a lot has been renovated but it has actually gone backwards rather than forwards.
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