Homes for sale in Griffioen, Middelburg
Looking for a home to buy in Griffioen? Check the current listings, recent sale prices, and what residents say about living in this quiet Middelburg district.
House prices in Griffioen: what do you pay for a home?
In Griffioen, 67% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, making the neighbourhood clearly buyer-oriented. The average WOZ value is €261,000, just above the municipal average of €259,000 for Middelburg. Looking at actual transactions over the past year, an average of €313,487 was paid for a home in Griffioen. That is significantly higher than the WOZ value suggests. Prices ranged from €175,000 to €499,000, with an average living area of 101 m². In total, 39 homes changed hands in the past twelve months. The supply mainly consists of single-family homes from the 1970s and 1980s, with occasionally an apartment or a ground-floor home with a garden. For current asking prices and available properties, check the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Griffioen: quiet, green and surprisingly close-knit
Griffioen is a post-war expansion neighbourhood on the west side of Middelburg, and you can tell. The streets are spacious, there is plenty of greenery and it feels quiet. Not the liveliness of the Binnenstad, but also not the anonymity of a big city. Residents appreciate that. On Buurtje.nl, the neighbourhood scores a 9.0 out of 10, based on resident experiences. Safety (9.5) and sense of community (9.5) stand out the most. Thea Melse, who has lived in the neighbourhood since 1974, puts it aptly: "We have lived here since 1974 and never want to leave this neighbourhood." That says enough. More reviews and full neighbourhood data can be found on the Griffioen neighbourhood page.
In terms of amenities, Griffioen is reasonably self-sufficient for a residential neighbourhood of this size. There is an Aldi, a bakery, a snack bar, a hairdresser and a beautician. For children, there is Hoogerzael play area, a playground that residents say is suitable for all ages. There are several primary schools nearby, and residents report that their children, grandchildren and even great-grandchildren have all attended school there. Two care homes in the neighbourhood also make Griffioen attractive for elderly people who want to live close to care. Until a few years ago, there was also an active neighbourhood association with regular activities, although it is now less prominent. The neighbourhood consists of several sub-areas: also check the supply in Griffioen I, Griffioen II and nearby Poppenroede for a complete picture.
Griffioen is easily accessible by bicycle from the centre of Middelburg, about a ten-minute ride. Middelburg railway station is a short distance away and offers direct connections towards Goes, Roosendaal and via Vlissingen further to the Randstad. By car, you can connect to the regional road network via the N57 or A58. Bus services run regularly through the neighbourhood and connect Griffioen with the centre and other neighbourhoods. For those seeking a bit more urban allure, Klarenbeek and Nieuw Middelburg are worth considering as alternatives. More about the municipality can also be found on the website of Middelburg municipality.
For whom is buying in Griffioen a good choice?
Griffioen particularly attracts families and elderly people, and this is reflected in the figures: the largest age group is 65-plus, but the 45-65 segment is also well represented. For first-time buyers, the average purchase price of over €313,000 is a serious hurdle, although the lower end of the market (from €175,000) still offers entry opportunities. Keep in mind additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for movers) and notary fees. If you are not yet ready to buy, you can also look at rental homes in Griffioen. Supply is limited, so acting quickly pays off.
Finding available homes for sale in Griffioen
Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only know what a home costs but also what it is really like to live there. Compare Griffioen also with other neighbourhoods in the area, such as Brigdamme or Sint Laurens, or view the total supply of homes for sale in Middelburg for a broader overview.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of a home in Griffioen?
In the past twelve months, homes in Griffioen sold for an average of €313,487. Prices ranged from €175,000 to €499,000, with an average living area of 101 m². A total of 39 homes changed hands during that period.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Griffioen?
In addition to the purchase price, as a home mover you pay 2% transfer tax on the purchase price. First-time buyers under 35 with a home value below the exemption threshold are exempt from this. Additionally, there are notary costs, appraisal costs, and possible estate agent fees. On average, expect 4 to 6% of the purchase price in additional costs.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Griffioen?
The average WOZ value in Griffioen is €261,000. This is slightly above the municipal average of Middelburg, which is €259,000. In practice, actual selling prices are significantly higher than the WOZ value, as also shown by recent transaction data.
What types of homes can you buy in Griffioen?
Griffioen mainly consists of single-family homes from the 1970s and 1980s, often with a garden. In addition to terraced houses, there are also semi-detached houses and occasionally an apartment for sale. It is a typical post-war expansion neighbourhood with wide street profiles and plenty of greenery around the homes.
Are there good schools and facilities in Griffioen for families?
Yes, Griffioen has several primary schools in the area and Hoogerzael playground is a popular play area for children of different ages. Daily groceries can be done at the Aldi in the neighbourhood, and there are also a bakery, hairdresser, and snack bar. For more extensive facilities, you can quickly cycle to the centre of Middelburg.
I have lived here since 1974 to my full satisfaction. It is a pleasant, quiet neighbourhood with lots of greenery and sufficient amenities such as schools and play facilities for children. There is an Aldi, a baker, a snack bar, a hairdresser and a beautician. There are also two retirement homes.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have lived in this nice neighbourhood since 1974. Always with great pleasure. Until a few years ago, there was an active, pleasant neighbourhood association here that always organised nice activities. I myself ran a very cosy craft group there for many years on Wednesday afternoons for the children from the neighbourhood. Always done with great pleasure.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have lived here since 1974 and never want to leave this neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving here is pleasant and quiet. There is a lot of greenery and space here, and Speelhof Hoogerzael is fun for the children, very practical and suitable for all ages. There are also good schools. My children, grandchildren and now even great-grandchildren have attended school here. Until a few years ago, there was an exceptionally active neighbourhood association. Unfortunately, it has now been dissolved. It had to 'rejuvenate'. That was not a success. The work was severely underestimated by the young people 'who would just take care of it', and within no time the best neighbourhood association in Middelburg was defunct. The grandparents (fairly young) weren't doing so badly. In the days with good, decisive volunteers and a board, it ran like a well-oiled machine.
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