Homes for sale in Doornakkers, Eindhoven
Looking for a home to buy in Doornakkers? Check the current listings on this page and discover what the neighbourhood has to offer.
House prices in Doornakkers: below the Eindhoven average, but rising
Doornakkers has traditionally been a rental district: 61% of the housing stock consists of rental properties, half of which are owned by housing associations. Nevertheless, there is a stable owner-occupied market. Of the nearly 3,900 homes, 39% are owner-occupied, and in the past twelve months, 33 owner-occupied homes changed hands. The average purchase price was €470,514, with a range of €225,000 to €749,000 and an average living area of 105 m². The average WOZ value in Doornakkers is €325,000, which is clearly below the Eindhoven average of €360,000. This makes the district relatively affordable compared to other districts in the city. The supply mainly consists of ground-floor homes, terraced houses and semi-detached houses. Current asking prices and available supply can be found at the top of this page.
Green, quiet and yet close to everything: living in Doornakkers
Doornakkers is located in the southeast of Eindhoven and has a distinct character of its own. The district was built in the 1960s and 1970s as an expansion district, with wide streets, plenty of greenery and a clear layout. Residents on Buurtje.nl give the district an 8.0 out of 10, and that is no surprise when you walk around. Greenery and beauty even score a 9 out of 10. One resident describes the district as quiet and green, with a pleasant mix of families and older residents. On the Doornakkers district page you can read all the reviews and see the full district data per category.
For daily shopping, there is a shopping centre on Geldropseweg, including a supermarket and small shops. Schools are well represented in the district: there are several primary schools within walking distance, including schools in both Doornakkers-Oost and Doornakkers-West. For secondary education, students rely on schools elsewhere in Eindhoven, which explains the residents' score for education (7.0). Sports clubs in the area are active in football and tennis, and the Gijzenrooise Zegge nature reserve is within cycling distance. Accessibility scores a 7.0: the district is well connected by bus to Eindhoven city centre via several bus routes along Geldropseweg and Aalsterweg. Having your own car is convenient for many residents, although the city centre can be reached by bicycle in about twenty minutes. The connection to the A67 towards Venlo and the A2 towards Amsterdam is quickly accessible via the ring road. Eindhoven Central Station is a few kilometres away. The neighbourhood Tongelresche Akkers, directly adjacent to Doornakkers, offers a similar atmosphere with slightly more owner-occupied homes in the higher price range.
The community in Doornakkers scores an 8.0. It is not an anonymous city district: residents know each other, there are active neighbourhood associations, and the district has its own identity that you rarely find in new-build districts. Safety is also rated at 8.0, although, like any urban district, incidents do occur occasionally. The municipality of Eindhoven is actively investing in the district through renovation and sustainability projects. More about municipal policy can be read at eindhoven.nl.
For whom is buying in Doornakkers a smart choice?
Home-movers and young families who want to live in Eindhoven without paying the top price of the city centre will find a realistic alternative in Doornakkers. The average purchase price of over €470,000 is not low, and overbidding is also common here. In addition to the purchase price, factor in additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for home-movers), notary fees and possible renovation costs for older homes. First-time buyers with a smaller budget would be better off first looking at rental properties in Doornakkers as an intermediate step. Those who want to compare more purchase options can find inspiration in districts such as Oud-Stratum or Putten.
Searching for an owner-occupied home in Doornakkers: how to use this overview
At the top of this page you will find the current supply of owner-occupied homes in Doornakkers, including the average asking price and time on market. Buurtje.nl combines this supply with resident reviews and district statistics, so you get to know not only the home but also the neighbourhood. Want to look further? Then also compare the supply in Centrum, Kortonjo or De Laak, or view all owner-occupied homes in Eindhoven in one overview.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Doornakkers?
The average purchase price of a home in Doornakkers over the past twelve months was €470,514. The cheapest sold home went for €225,000, the most expensive for €749,000. The average living area of sold homes was 105 m². The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €325,000, which is lower than the Eindhoven average of €360,000.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Doornakkers?
When buying a house in Doornakkers, in addition to the purchase price, you need to account for transfer tax (2% for movers, 0% for first-time buyers under the starter exemption threshold), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possible valuation costs. Older homes from the 1960s and 1970s sometimes also require a structural survey, which is wise to include. Add an average of 5 to 6% of the purchase price as buyer's costs.
What types of homes can you buy in Doornakkers?
Doornakkers largely consists of ground-based homes: terraced houses and semi-detached houses built in the 1960s and 1970s. Buying an apartment in Doornakkers is less common, but there are some multi-storey homes available in the neighbourhood. The homes typically have a garden and are located on quiet residential streets with plenty of greenery.
How accessible is Doornakkers for people buying a home?
Doornakkers is well connected by bus to Eindhoven city centre via Geldropseweg and Aalsterweg. Eindhoven Central Station is a few kilometres away and can be reached by bike in about twenty minutes. For motorists, the connection to the A67 towards Venlo and the A2 towards Amsterdam is quickly accessible via the ring road. Having your own car is handy in the neighbourhood, although daily shopping can also be managed without one.
Is Doornakkers a suitable neighbourhood to buy a home as a family?
Living in Doornakkers particularly attracts young families and movers. The neighbourhood has several primary schools, wide streets, plenty of greenery, and an active community. Residents rate the neighbourhood 8.0 out of 10, with high scores for greenery (9.0) and safety (8.0). The supply of secondary education is limited within the neighbourhood itself, but schools elsewhere in Eindhoven are easily accessible.
It's a fairly quiet neighbourhood with many amenities. There are playgrounds for children, which is very nice. The only downside is that motorists race through the Tonglresestraat very fast.
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