Homes for sale in Heikant-West, Veldhoven

House prices and market figures in Heikant-West, Veldhoven

Heikant-West is a neighbourhood where the vast majority of homes are owner-occupied: 74% of the 1,585 homes are owned. The average WOZ value is €398,000, which is notably lower than the average for the district Noordelijk Woongebied (€460,000) and also below the Veldhoven municipal average of €442,000. This makes Heikant-West relatively affordable within this part of Veldhoven. However, actual sale prices are higher than the WOZ values: in the past twelve months, 30 homes changed hands for an average purchase price of €576,617. The range varied from €419,500 to €1,095,000, showing that both terraced houses and larger detached homes are sold. With an average living area of 132 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €4,368. The supply mainly consists of single-family homes, with the occasional apartment or semi-detached house. At the top of this page, you can see the current state of supply and the average time to sell.

Living in Heikant-West: an established family neighbourhood north of the centre

Heikant-West is a neighbourhood largely built in the 1970s and 1980s, with a mix of terraced houses, semi-detached homes and a smaller share of detached houses. The streets are spacious with plenty of greenery in between, and you can tell it has been an established residential area for decades. Many original residents still live here, but there is also a steady influx of young families finding their first or second home here. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (1,140 residents), and with 630 households with children, it is clearly a family neighbourhood.

In terms of amenities, Heikant-West is well-served. Heikant Shopping Centre is within walking distance and offers a Jumbo supermarket, a bakery, a pharmacy and various small shops for daily groceries. For a larger range of shops, you can drive to City Centre Veldhoven in five minutes. De Wegwijzer primary school and De Bron primary school are nearby, and Sondervick College for secondary education is easily accessible. The Dommeldal, the green ribbon along the Dommel, is within cycling distance and offers beautiful walking and cycling routes. Sportpark De Heikant with football club UNA is an important social anchor point in the neighbourhood.

Accessibility is a strong point. The A2 towards Eindhoven and Den Bosch can be reached via the Kempenbaan in about ten minutes. By bus (line 18), you can reach Eindhoven Central Station in a quarter of an hour, and by bike it takes about twenty minutes to get to the centre of Eindhoven. The High Tech Campus, one of the largest employers in the region, is less than ten minutes away by bike.

Residents appreciate the peace and green character, but are sometimes critical of the maintenance of public spaces and the lack of renewal. "The neighbourhood is quiet and green, nice for children, but some pavements and green spaces could do with more attention from the municipality," writes one resident. On the residents' page of Heikant-West you can find all reviews and neighbourhood scores per category. Compared to neighbouring areas such as Heikant-Oost, Heikant-West is slightly more affordable, while De Polders and De Kelen generally have newer buildings. Within the district Noordelijk Woongebied, Heikant-West is the neighbourhood where you get relatively many square metres for your budget.

Is a home for sale in Heikant-West right for you?

Are you looking for a family home with a garden in a quiet, green neighbourhood? Then Heikant-West is worth considering. The neighbourhood mainly attracts movers and families with school-age children, but also seniors who have lived here for a long time and want to stay. First-time buyers with a slightly larger budget can find a terraced house here for around €420,000. Keep in mind that you may need to overbid on popular homes: sale prices are well above the WOZ value. If you are considering buying an apartment in Heikant-West, you will find a limited supply, as most homes are single-family. Looking for a rental property? Then check the rental homes in Heikant-West as an alternative, although the rental supply is limited at 26% of the stock.

What residents say about Heikant-West

Residents generally give Heikant-West a positive rating. The highest scores go to the peace and green character of the neighbourhood, while the lowest scores relate to the maintenance of public spaces and the limited dining options in the immediate vicinity. "Living in Heikant-West feels a bit like a village in the city, you know your neighbours and children play outside," says one resident. Want to read all reviews? Check the neighbourhood page with all reviews and scores.

Compare homes for sale around Heikant-West and Veldhoven

On Buurtje.nl, you combine current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data. This way, you not only discover what is for sale, but also whether the neighbourhood truly suits you. Compare the supply in Heikant-West with homes in the district Noordelijk Woongebied or view the broader overview of homes for sale in all of Veldhoven. Districts such as Oerle and Veldhoven-centrum are also worth comparing. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Veldhoven.