Homes for sale in Den Brabander, Alphen-Chaam
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House prices and market figures Den Brabander, Alphen-Chaam
The owner-occupied market in Den Brabander is strong. Of the 239 homes in this neighbourhood, no less than 84% are in the owner-occupied segment, giving the neighbourhood a distinct ownership culture. Rental properties are limited: 10% are owned by a housing association and 6% by other landlords. If you are looking for rental properties in Den Brabander, supply is scarce anyway.
The average WOZ value in Den Brabander is €458,000. That is higher than the average in the district Chaam (€429,000) and also above the municipal average of Alphen-Chaam (€441,000). Den Brabander is thus one of the more expensive neighbourhoods in the municipality.
Looking at actual transactions, that picture is confirmed. In the past twelve months, 8 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €736,188. The range ran from €615,000 to €965,000, indicating that almost exclusively larger, detached homes are sold here. With an average living area of 159 m², this works out to a price per square metre of approximately €4,630. For current asking prices and the current supply of owner-occupied homes in Den Brabander, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Den Brabander, Alphen-Chaam
Den Brabander is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the edge of the village of Chaam, deep in the West Brabant Barony. Anyone looking for an owner-occupied home here consciously chooses space, tranquillity and a village lifestyle, not urban convenience around the corner. The housing stock consists mainly of detached and semi-detached homes, many built from the 1980s and 1990s, with spacious plots and gardens bordering the surrounding agricultural landscape. There are also some newer homes, but large new-build projects are not on the cards here.
The atmosphere is typically West Brabant: people know each other, the streets are quiet and children play outside. That the largest age group consists of families with children is no coincidence. Of the 575 residents, families with children are the most common household type (105 households). The neighbourhood has a highly educated population: 42% have a higher professional or university education, and the labour participation rate is 73%. The average income of €43,500 per household is clearly above the district and municipal average.
Facilities are not found in Den Brabander itself, but in the nearby village centre of Chaam, within cycling distance. There you will find a small supermarket, a primary school, a GP practice and a number of catering establishments around the village square. Sports club VV Chaam and the local tennis club are popular clubs in the area. For more extensive shopping or secondary education, residents drive to Breda, about twenty minutes away via the N263.
Public transport is a point of attention in Den Brabander. There is a bus line via Chaam towards Breda, but the frequency is limited. For daily mobility, a car is almost indispensable. The connection to the A58 towards Breda and Tilburg makes the neighbourhood acceptably accessible for commuters, but allow a quarter of an hour to the motorway. Cyclists can enjoy the Chaam landscape via rural routes, but for commuting to the city, the bicycle is not a realistic option.
Residents particularly appreciate Den Brabander for its tranquillity, space and green character. On the neighbourhood page of Den Brabander you can read all reviews and neighbourhood scores. One resident writes: "You really live in the green here, the children can play outside freely and the neighbours know each other. You just hop in the car for shopping or school, but we gladly take that for granted." Criticism focuses mainly on the limited public transport connections and the fact that you need the car for almost everything.
Compared to neighbouring Centrum Chaam, Den Brabander is more outward-looking and has less village liveliness right on your doorstep. Roode Beek and Buitengebied Chaam have a similar rural character, but are even more sparsely populated. If you want more facilities nearby, you can also look at owner-occupied homes in Chaam as a whole.
Who is an owner-occupied home in Den Brabander interesting for?
Den Brabander best suits families who consciously choose space and tranquillity outside the city, and are willing to pay a higher price for it. With an average transaction price of over €736,000, this is not a neighbourhood for first-time buyers. Movers with equity and dual-income earners working in Breda or Tilburg are the most realistic buyers. Supply is small and variable, sometimes only a handful of homes are for sale at a time. Overbidding is not unusual in this segment. If you want more freedom of choice, you can also compare broader searches via owner-occupied homes in Alphen-Chaam. If buying is still a step too far financially, check the available rental properties in Den Brabander as an intermediate step.
What residents say about Den Brabander
Residents generally give Den Brabander high scores for tranquillity, safety and green space. The neighbourhood scores lower on accessibility by public transport and the level of facilities directly in the neighbourhood. One resident puts it aptly: "It is quiet, safe and green here. Ideal if you have children and don't need to go into the city every day." Read all reviews and view the full neighbourhood scores on the Den Brabander neighbourhood page on Buurtje.nl.
Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Den Brabander
Buurtje.nl bundles supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and district data you won't find on other platforms. This way you can not only compare homes, but also compare neighbourhoods side by side. Also check supply in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Elsakker and Wolfsdonk, or explore other districts in the municipality via Alphen and Galder. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of municipality Alphen-Chaam.
Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Den Brabander?
In the past twelve months, 8 homes were sold in Den Brabander with an average purchase price of €736,188. Prices ranged from €615,000 to €965,000. With an average living area of 159 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €4,630. Buying a home in Den Brabander is therefore clearly more expensive than the average in the municipality of Alphen-Chaam.
What is the WOZ value in Den Brabander?
The average WOZ value in Den Brabander is €458,000. This is higher than the district average of Chaam (€429,000) and above the municipal average of Alphen-Chaam (€441,000). Den Brabander thus belongs to the more expensive neighbourhoods in the municipality.
What is living in Den Brabander like?
Living in Den Brabander is quiet, green and village-like in character. The neighbourhood consists largely of detached and semi-detached houses on spacious plots, surrounded by the West Brabant landscape. Residents appreciate the safety, the space and the social atmosphere. Public transport and the level of amenities directly in the neighbourhood score less well in resident evaluations.
Is Den Brabander suitable for families with children?
Families with children are the largest household group in Den Brabander. The quiet streets, spacious homes and green surroundings make the neighbourhood attractive for growing children. A primary school and sports clubs are accessible in nearby Chaam. For secondary education, Breda is the designated destination, about a twenty-minute drive away.
How accessible is Den Brabander?
For motorists, Den Brabander is reasonably accessible: via the N263 you can reach Breda in about twenty minutes, where the connection to the A58 is also located. By public transport, the neighbourhood is less well served. There is a bus route via Chaam towards Breda, but the frequency is limited. For daily mobility, a car is almost indispensable.
What type of homes are for sale in Den Brabander?
The supply of owner-occupied homes in Den Brabander consists mainly of detached houses and semi-detached houses. Buying an apartment in Den Brabander is not realistic; this type of home hardly occurs here. Most homes were built from the 1980s and 1990s, with spacious plots and an average living area of 159 m². The total housing stock comprises 239 homes, of which 84% are owner-occupied.
Is there much supply for sale in Den Brabander and should I expect overbidding?
The supply in Den Brabander is limited. In a whole year, only a handful of homes change hands, indicating that turnover is low. For sought-after homes in this segment, overbidding is not exceptional, especially if the asking price is sharply priced. It is wise to enter the market well-prepared and with a buying agent.
