Homes for sale in Driel, Overbetuwe
Looking for a home to buy in Driel? Check the current listings on this page, including asking prices and selling times.
House prices in Driel: what do you pay for a home here?
Driel is a village where owner-occupied homes clearly dominate: 71% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes. The average WOZ value is €364,000, slightly below the municipal average of Overbetuwe (€382,000). However, the sales market over the past twelve months paints a different picture: of the 14 homes sold, the average purchase price was €580,938, with a range from €145,637 to €1,295,000. This wide spread immediately says something about the supply: from more compact homes in the centre to spacious detached houses and rural estates in the outskirts. The average living area of sold homes was 145 m², indicating predominantly family homes. Apartments are hardly present in Driel. At the top of this page, you can see current asking prices and selling times.
Living in Driel: peace, green and frankly few shops
Driel is a compact village in the municipality of Overbetuwe, located in the Betuwe along the Rhine. Its character is rural and quiet. Residents rate the green surroundings and safety remarkably high: on the district page of Driel, Driel scores a 9.0 for safety and an 8.0 for green and beauty. The overall resident score stands at 5.9 out of 10, and this lower score has a clear cause. Resident Nour describes it aptly: "Small village, few amenities. There are nice things like the cherry festival with markets, the fair and carnival, but in terms of shops or restaurants and accessibility via public transport, there isn't much." That is an honest picture of what Driel is and what it is not.
Anyone looking for a home to buy with a supermarket around the corner will be disappointed. Driel has no supermarket of its own, and daily shopping is done in Elst or Arnhem. Accessibility via public transport is limited, which explains the low score of 4.0 for that aspect. By car, you are quickly on the A15 towards Nijmegen or Arnhem, but living in Driel without a car is difficult. Arnhem is about ten to fifteen minutes' drive away. Elst, with a train station and more amenities, is the nearest centre with a full range of shops. For those considering buying in Elst-Noord or Elst-Zuid as an alternative: those neighbourhoods offer more urban convenience.
Driel does have its own community life, although that aspect scores only a 3.0 in reviews. Village festivals such as the well-known cherry festival attract visitors from outside each year. For children, there are primary school options in the area, but secondary education is found in Elst or Arnhem. Sports enthusiasts can go to local clubs. The village has several sub-neighbourhoods, each with its own atmosphere: from Kern Driel to the more rural Uiterwaarden Driel and Buitengebied Driel Noordhoek en Boltweg. Those seeking space and willing to compromise on amenities will find a living environment here that no longer exists in urban regions.
For which buyers is Driel a good choice?
Driel mainly appeals to families and home-movers who consciously choose peace, space and a green environment, and who are mobile with their own car. First-time buyers find less supply in the lower price brackets, although the range shows that homes are sometimes sold for under €200,000. Keep in mind additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-first-time buyers) and notary fees. Supply is limited and homes are not always sold quickly, so patience pays off. Those who prefer to rent first to get to know the area can look at rental homes in Driel as an intermediate step.
Searching for a home to buy in Driel: how to use this page
At the top of this page you will find the current supply of homes for sale in Driel, including filters for price, area and energy label. Buurtje.nl adds neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you get to know not only the home but also the neighbourhood. Also explore adjacent districts such as De Aam or Westeraam, or view the broader supply of homes for sale in Overbetuwe. More about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Overbetuwe.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Driel?
In the past twelve months, 14 homes were sold in Driel with an average purchase price of €580,938. Prices ranged from €145,637 to €1,295,000, showing the wide variation in supply: from smaller homes in the centre to spacious detached houses in the rural area. The average living area of sold homes was 145 m².
What is the WOZ value of homes in Driel?
The average WOZ value in Driel is €364,000. That is slightly below the municipal average of Overbetuwe, which is €382,000. The WOZ value is an indication of the fiscal value and often differs from the actual selling price.
What types of homes can you buy in Driel?
In Driel, the supply mainly consists of single-family homes and detached houses. Buying apartments in Driel is hardly possible; the village has a rural character with predominantly larger homes. In the rural area, you can also find farmhouses and characteristic country homes.
How is the accessibility if you live in Driel?
Living in Driel without a car is difficult. Public transport is limited and residents give accessibility a score of 4.0 out of 10. By car, you can reach Arnhem or Elst in ten to fifteen minutes, and the connection to the A15 towards Nijmegen is quickly accessible. The nearest train station is in Elst.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Driel?
When buying a home in Driel, you pay additional costs on top of the purchase price. These include transfer tax (2% for movers, 0% for starters under 35 up to the exemption limit), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possible estate agent fees. Budget on average 4 to 6% of the purchase price for additional costs.
There are from time to time some nice things like cherry festival with markets. And the fair and things like carnival. But in terms of shops or restaurants and accessibility via public transport, there is not much.
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