Homes for sale in De Blokken, Hellendoorn
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in De Blokken and compare prices, neighbourhood scores and resident reviews directly on this page.
House prices and market figures De Blokken, Hellendoorn
In De Blokken, 54% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, giving the neighbourhood a mixed character: almost half of the more than 956 homes are owned by housing associations or other landlords. The average WOZ value is €258,000, significantly lower than the average for the district Nijverdal Oost (€296,000) and well below the municipal average of Hellendoorn (€364,000). This difference says something about the type of housing: De Blokken consists largely of terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s, which are more compact than the detached houses that set the tone elsewhere in the municipality.
Yet the actual sale prices paint a different picture. Over the past twelve months, 15 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €404,267. The range runs from €295,000 to €725,000, indicating that larger or renovated homes also come onto the market. With an average living area of 121 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €3,341. For current asking prices and availability, you can consult the overview at the top of this page, which is updated daily. If you also want to explore the broader market, take a look at homes for sale in the municipality of Hellendoorn.
Living in De Blokken, Hellendoorn
De Blokken is a residential area that you don't immediately recognise by a striking profile, but rather by a quiet, functional atmosphere that many residents appreciate. The streets are generally wide with space for greenery and parking, characteristic of the planned expansion neighbourhoods built around Nijverdal in the 1970s and 1980s. You will mainly find terraced houses and semi-detached houses, with the occasional detached home that has since been extensively renovated. It is not a neighbourhood that impresses at first glance, but residents describe it as a place where you simply live well.
Facilities are close by without being particularly noticeable. For daily shopping, you can quickly reach the shopping centre of Nijverdal, a short bike ride away. In the neighbourhood itself, there are primary schools that serve families with young children well. Sports clubs in Nijverdal, including football and tennis clubs, are accessible without needing to take the car. The proximity of the Reggedal and the Sallandse Heuvelrug makes De Blokken attractive for those who enjoy the outdoors: by bike you are in the green within ten minutes.
In terms of accessibility, the location is practical. Nijverdal has its own train station on the Almelo-Zwolle line, and De Blokken is within cycling distance. By car, the connection to the N35 towards Almelo and Zwolle is quickly reached. Bus services provide connections to Hellendoorn and surrounding villages. For those who commute daily to Zwolle or Almelo, this is a reasonable starting point.
Residents appreciate the peace and space, but are also honest about what is missing. One resident writes: "It is a quiet neighbourhood to live in, nice for children, but for liveliness you really have to go to the centre of Nijverdal." That is a recurring sentiment: De Blokken is not a nightlife area and has no catering or cultural facilities of its own. For more atmosphere and resident experiences, you can visit the neighbourhood page of De Blokken, where reviews and neighbourhood scores per category are available.
Compared to neighbouring areas, De Blokken has a more accessible price level than, for example, Groot Lochter, where more detached homes are located. The Prinsessenwijk has a similar character but a slightly different building structure. Also De Brake and Konijnenberg are neighbourhoods in the same district worth comparing if you want to buy in Nijverdal Oost. More information about the broader context can be found on the page about homes for sale in Nijverdal Oost.
Who is a home for sale in De Blokken interesting for?
De Blokken particularly appeals to families and home-movers looking for space without paying a top price. The largest age group is between 45 and 65 years, but young families (25-45) are also well represented. Starters considering buying an apartment will find limited supply in that segment here; the neighbourhood mainly consists of ground-based homes. With an average sale price of over €400,000, overbidding is realistic in a tight market, so it is wise to allow for a buffer above the asking price. The average income in De Blokken (€27,200) is below the municipal average, which also says something about the historically more accessible entry point. If you are not yet sure whether buying is the right step, also take a look at the rental homes in De Blokken as an alternative. The municipality of Hellendoorn also provides information about local housing initiatives and zoning plans via hellendoorn.nl.
What residents say about De Blokken
Residents of De Blokken generally give the neighbourhood a satisfactory to good rating. Greenery and peace score the highest; the accessibility of facilities and the level of facilities in the neighbourhood itself are rated somewhat more critically. One resident describes it as follows: "Pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with nice neighbours. Nothing special, but that is exactly why I want to continue living here." That feeling of solid, unremarkable living quality comes up more often. View all reviews and the full neighbourhood scores on the information page of De Blokken.
Compare homes for sale in and around De Blokken
Buurtje.nl bundles listings from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood data that you won't find anywhere else in this overview. This way, you can not only filter homes by price or size, but also compare neighbourhoods substantively before planning a viewing. In addition to De Blokken, 't Lochter and Nijverdal West are popular search areas in the region. For a broader picture of the supply in the municipality, see the overview page homes for sale in Hellendoorn.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in De Blokken?
Over the past twelve months, 15 homes were sold in De Blokken with an average purchase price of €404,267. Sale prices ranged from €295,000 to €725,000. With an average living area of 121 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €3,341. Keep in mind that in a tight market, overbidding is common.
What is the WOZ value in De Blokken?
The average WOZ value in De Blokken is €258,000. This is lower than the average for the Nijverdal Oost district (€296,000) and significantly below the municipal average of Hellendoorn (€364,000). This difference is related to the type of housing: De Blokken mainly consists of more compact terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s.
What is living in De Blokken like?
De Blokken is a quiet, green residential area with a functional character, typical of the planned expansion neighbourhoods around Nijverdal. Residents appreciate the tranquillity, the space and the good atmosphere on the street. The level of amenities in the neighbourhood itself is limited; for shops, restaurants and other facilities, you rely on the centre of Nijverdal, a short bike or car ride away.
Is De Blokken suitable for families with children?
Yes, De Blokken is an attractive neighbourhood for families. There are primary schools in the immediate vicinity and the quiet streets with plenty of greenery make it pleasant for children. The age group 25-45 is well represented in the neighbourhood. Sports clubs and play facilities in Nijverdal are within easy reach.
How accessible is De Blokken?
De Blokken is within cycling distance of Nijverdal train station, with connections to Almelo and Zwolle. By car, you quickly connect to the N35, the regional road towards Almelo and Zwolle. Bus services provide connections to Hellendoorn and surrounding villages. For daily travel within Nijverdal, the bicycle is the most used mode of transport.
What types of homes are for sale in De Blokken?
The supply when buying a home in De Blokken mainly consists of terraced houses and semi-detached houses, largely built in the 1970s and 1980s. Detached houses are less common but are occasionally available, as indicated by the outlier of €725,000 in recent sales data. Buying apartments in De Blokken is limited; the neighbourhood is predominantly ground-based housing.
Are there many parking spaces and green areas in De Blokken?
De Blokken was laid out with wide street profiles, which means that parking in front of the door is not a major problem for most homes. Green space is present in the public areas and in the gardens belonging to the ground-based homes. Moreover, the neighbourhood is a short distance from the countryside around the Reggedal and the Sallandse Heuvelrug, offering additional recreational space.
