Homes for sale in Crabbehof-Noord, Dordrecht

House prices and market figures Crabbehof-Noord, Dordrecht

The owner-occupied market in Crabbehof-Noord is relatively modest in size. Of the 1,254 homes in the neighbourhood, only 39% are owner-occupied; the rest are rental properties, a large proportion of which are owned by housing associations. This makes the supply of owner-occupied homes in Crabbehof-Noord limited, but for those looking for an affordable entry point in Dordrecht, the prices are interesting.

Over the past twelve months, 25 homes were sold, with an average sale price of €286,820. Prices ranged from €229,500 to €350,000, with an average living area of 89 m². This works out at a price of around €3,223 per square metre. The WOZ value in Crabbehof-Noord is €188,000, which is noticeably lower than the district average for Crabbehof/Zuidhoven (€207,000) and well below the municipal average for Dordrecht (€296,000). That difference says something about the type of housing and the condition of the stock in this neighbourhood. These are predominantly porch flats and gallery flats from the 1960s and 1970s, with a limited share of ground-level terraced houses. At the top of the page, view the current asking prices and selling times of the current supply.

Living in Crabbehof-Noord, Dordrecht

Crabbehof-Noord is a post-war expansion district with a distinct character. The neighbourhood consists mainly of multi-storey apartment blocks, interspersed with a few rows of terraced houses. The construction period largely runs from the 1960s to the 1980s, with occasional newer additions. It is not a neighbourhood that impresses with architecture or greenery, but those looking for an affordable home within cycling distance of Dordrecht city centre will find what they need here.

The location is functional. Dordrecht railway station can be reached by bike in about ten minutes, and via the N3 and the connection to the A16, the neighbourhood is easily accessible by car towards Rotterdam and Breda. Bus services run to the city centre and other districts, although residents rate accessibility at 5.0, indicating that not everyone is satisfied with the frequency or comfort of public transport. For daily shopping, there is enough in the immediate vicinity, with supermarkets and small shops in the nearby shopping strips. The larger Sterrenburg shopping centre and Dordrecht city centre are a short distance away. For schools, the neighbourhood scores notably low: residents give education a 1.0, which is likely related to the limited supply of primary schools directly in the neighbourhood itself.

The atmosphere in Crabbehof-Noord is mixed. It is a neighbourhood with many single-person households (730 of the over 2,200 residents) and a relatively young population in the 25 to 45 age group. Social cohesion is limited: residents hardly know each other. Resident Jaap Ippel writes: "People don't interfere much with each other" and also mentions concerns about subletting and supervision in social housing. Another resident, Bianca, notes practical annoyances: "A lot of rubbish also near the waste containers, cars on the pavement and in the garden." That picture also comes back in the review by D., who describes the neighbourhood as "in itself a nice place to live with many amenities and good accessibility", but also notes that "there is litter and dog poo everywhere, making it very grimy." The overall resident score comes out at 5.5 based on four reviews. Safety scores relatively well at 7.5, while cleanliness (3.5) and education (1.0) are the weak points. Read all reviews and neighbourhood data on the Crabbehof-Noord neighbourhood page.

Compared to neighbouring communities, Crabbehof-Noord has a somewhat rougher profile than Zuidhoven, which looks slightly greener and quieter, and also has somewhat different housing types. Crabbehof-Zuid has a similar structure but has its own dynamics. Those who want more context about the wider area can also look at the supply of owner-occupied homes in Crabbehof/Zuidhoven as a whole. For municipal information on liveability and district policy, the municipality of Dordrecht refers to dordrecht.nl.

Who is an owner-occupied home in Crabbehof-Noord interesting for?

Crabbehof-Noord primarily appeals to first-time buyers who want to keep buying a home in Dordrecht affordable. With an average sale price of over €286,000 and a lower limit of around €229,500, the entry costs are lower than in many other Dordrecht districts. The income level in the neighbourhood (average €27,800, below the municipal average of €36,500) reflects that the neighbourhood is accessible to people with a modal income. Families with young children should take into account the low score for education and the limited play facilities in the immediate vicinity. Seniors will find relatively accessible ground-floor apartments here. Those considering renting instead of buying will find a wide range via rental homes in Crabbehof-Noord, as 61% of the housing stock is rented out.

What residents say about Crabbehof-Noord

The average resident score for Crabbehof-Noord is 5.5 out of 10, based on four reviews. Safety is rated best (7.5), while cleanliness (3.5) and education (1.0) are clearly below par. Resident D. sums it up aptly: "In itself a nice place to live with many amenities and good accessibility. But there is litter and dog poo everywhere, making it very grimy." That is an honest picture of a neighbourhood with practical advantages but also visible shortcomings in management and liveability. View all scores and individual reviews on the neighbourhood overview page.

Comparing owner-occupied homes in and around Crabbehof-Noord

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