Homes for sale in Gageldonk-West, Bergen op Zoom

House prices and market figures for Gageldonk-West, Bergen op Zoom

The owner-occupied market in Gageldonk-West is modest in size but shows an interesting price spread. Of the more than 2,264 homes in the neighbourhood, 43% are owner-occupied; the majority are rented, a large portion of which through housing associations (48%). This makes Gageldonk-West predominantly a rental neighbourhood, with a limited but varied owner-occupied segment.

The average WOZ value is €230,000, which is clearly below the average for the district Bergen op Zoom-Oost (€263,000) and well below the municipal average of Bergen op Zoom (€304,000). Yet actual transaction prices are higher: over the past twelve months, 47 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €352,777 and an average living area of 111 m². That works out to approximately €3,178 per square metre. The range was wide: from €179,000 for a smaller home to €560,000 at the top end. So there is room for both first-time buyers and those moving up the ladder. For current asking prices and the current supply of owner-occupied homes in Gageldonk-West, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Gageldonk-West, Bergen op Zoom

Gageldonk-West is a post-war expansion neighbourhood on the eastern side of Bergen op Zoom, largely built in the 1970s and 1980s. The streets are spacious, with many terraced houses and semi-detached houses, interspersed with apartment blocks and a few detached homes. Green space scores relatively well in resident reviews (7.0), and that fits: there are parks, wide tree-lined pavements, and the neighbourhood borders greener areas towards the outskirts of Bergen op Zoom.

In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood is reasonably self-sufficient. There are primary schools in the immediate vicinity, which explains the education score of 7.0. For daily groceries, you can go to supermarkets in nearby shopping strips; the city centre of Bergen op Zoom with its wider range of shops is easily reachable by bike in about ten to fifteen minutes. Accessibility by car is practical: the A4 and A58 are quickly reachable via the eastern ring road, which suits commuters to Roosendaal, Breda or Antwerp. By public transport, you can take the bus to the centre and the train station of Bergen op Zoom, from where direct connections run to Roosendaal and Vlissingen.

Yet Gageldonk-West is not a neighbourhood without debate. The overall resident score stands at 5.8 out of 10, based on resident reviews. The scores for cleanliness (3.5) and sense of community (4.0) stand out as the lowest. One resident writes candidly: "Because too many nationalities live together who do not want to adapt to the Dutch, it is a neighbourhood with many problems." The safety score comes out at 5.5, indicating that this is a point of concern for some residents. Anyone considering buying a home here would do well to visit the neighbourhood at different times and to review all reviews and neighbourhood data on the main neighbourhood page of Gageldonk-West.

Compared to sister neighbourhoods in the same district, Gageldonk-West has a somewhat rougher character than, for example, Warande-West or Gageldonk-Oost, which have a slightly quieter and more residential profile. Nieuw Borgvliet is also sometimes considered as an alternative by buyers. Those looking for more urban dynamism can also look at Bergen op Zoom-Oude stad en omgeving. More information about the broader context can be found on the page about the district owner-occupied homes in Bergen op Zoom-Oost.

Is an owner-occupied home in Gageldonk-West right for you?

Gageldonk-West attracts buyers who consciously choose a lower entry price in Bergen op Zoom, without being too far from the centre. The neighbourhood is most popular with young families and dual-income earners in the 25 to 45 age group, who form the largest population group. First-time buyers can find an owner-occupied home here for under €250,000, although supply is limited. Those moving up the ladder can also find larger homes at the top end of the market up to €560,000. Be honest with yourself about what you expect from a neighbourhood: the low WOZ value compared to the municipality also reflects the liveability debate that residents are having. Considering renting as an intermediate step? Then also look at rental homes in Gageldonk-West as an alternative. More choice in home types can be found among owner-occupied homes in Bergen op Zoom-Noord.

What residents say about Gageldonk-West

The neighbourhood scores an average of 5.8 out of 10 based on resident reviews. The highest sub-scores are for green space (7.0), housing (7.0) and education (7.0). The lowest scores are for cleanliness (3.5) and sense of community (4.0). A resident named Plataantje writes: "52 nationalities in a neighbourhood is not doable" and gives the neighbourhood a 6.0. All reviews, including the scores per category, can be read on the page of Gageldonk-West.

Comparing owner-occupied homes in Gageldonk-West with the surroundings

On Buurtje.nl you will not only find the current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources, but also neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data that you won't find anywhere else in one place. This allows you to compare well whether buying in Gageldonk-West is the right choice, or whether a neighbouring neighbourhood better suits your wishes. Also check the supply in Warande-Oost or Lage Meren, or broaden your search area to the entire municipality via owner-occupied homes in Bergen op Zoom. For municipal information about the district and surroundings, you can visit the website of the municipality of Bergen op Zoom.