Homes for sale in Hoogerheide en Woensdrecht, Woensdrecht
View the current supply of homes for sale in Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, and find a home that suits you.
What does a home cost in Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht?
The housing market in Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht is firmly anchored in the owner-occupied segment: 67% of the nearly 4,900 homes are owner-occupied, compared to 33% rented. The average WOZ value is €329,000, almost equal to the municipal average of €330,000 for the whole of Woensdrecht. If you look at the actual transaction prices over the past year, the picture is different: the average purchase price came to €550,494, with a range from €259,000 to as much as €3,495,000. That difference between WOZ and sale price shows that buyers are paying well above the valuation, especially for the larger detached houses and villas on the edges of the village. The average living area of 143 m² indicates a mix of spacious single-family homes and semi-detached houses, with the occasional apartment or detached house. At the top of this page you will always find the current listings with the latest asking prices.
Living in Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht: village character with woods around the corner
Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht together form a neighbourhood where you can still truly feel village life. Residents rate the area on Buurtje.nl an 8.6 out of 10, based on 7 reviews. The categories green space (9.6) and safety (9.1) score notably high, and for good reason. Living here means having the Brabantse Wal literally on your doorstep: extensive forests, heathland and polders that merge into the Zeeland landscape. Resident Liesbeth describes it aptly: "Nice neighbourhood, close to shops, schools and bus stop. Lots of forest nearby, but also polders." That combination of nature and amenities makes the area special for West Brabant.
In the centre of Hoogerheide you will find a compact shopping area around the Raadhuisstraat with an Albert Heijn, bakery, pharmacy and various specialist shops. There are several primary schools, including De Stappen and De Bukehof, and for secondary education you go to Bergen op Zoom. Sports club VVH (football) and tennis club De Zoom are popular with young and old. The village hall serves as a meeting place where neighbourhood parties are organised. Resident Van Geel specifically mentions that: "The last neighbourhood party where everyone came to get to know each other even better." Nieke Cleeren has lived there for 36 years and simply says: "That says enough." That close-knit community is tangible.
In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores an 8.3. Via the A58 you can reach Bergen op Zoom in a quarter of an hour and Breda in about 40 minutes. Arriva bus lines connect Hoogerheide with Bergen op Zoom and Roosendaal, where you will find the nearest train station for intercity services towards Breda and Rotterdam. The proximity of Woensdrecht Air Base is good to know: it provides employment, but occasionally also noise. The village of Woensdrecht itself is smaller and more rural, while Hoogerheide-Noord offers a somewhat newer residential area. To be fair: resident Alex, who returned after his studies in The Hague, notes that "places are not as accessible as in the city and the people and activities also lag behind." If you are used to urban amenities of hospitality and culture, you will miss that here. Read more about the atmosphere and all resident reviews on the neighbourhood page of Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht.
Which buyers is this neighbourhood suitable for?
Families with children are well represented here, but the largest group of households consists of couples without children (1,720 households), and the group of over-65s (2,685 residents) is also substantial. Buying a home in Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht, with an average of over €550,000, is not necessarily suitable for first-time buyers, unless you aim for buying an apartment at the lower end of the market around €259,000. Upsizers and seniors looking for space near nature will find plenty here. Bear in mind additional costs: transfer tax (2%), notary and estate agent fees, and possibly overbidding. The supply varies and can be limited, so quick action is important. Looking for flexibility or want to get to know the neighbourhood first? Also check out the rental properties in Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht as an alternative.
Searching for a home to buy in the municipality of Woensdrecht
On Buurtje.nl you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only choose a house but also the neighbourhood that suits you. Feel free to compare with Ossendrecht, Huijbergen or Putte to see which village within the municipality of Woensdrecht best matches your wishes. More information about the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Woensdrecht.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average purchase price of a house in Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht?
In the past year, the average purchase price was €550,494. The cheapest home sold for €259,000 and the most expensive for €3,495,000. The average living area of sold homes was 143 m².
What is the WOZ value of homes in Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht?
The average WOZ value is €329,000, almost equal to the municipal average of €330,000. Note: actual selling prices are often significantly higher than the WOZ value, indicating a tight market.
What additional costs do I incur when buying a home in Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay transfer tax (2% for homes), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly estate agent fees and appraisal costs. Expect around 4-6% in additional costs on top of the purchase price.
Is buying an apartment in Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht possible for first-time buyers?
The supply consists mainly of single-family homes, but there are also apartments available. With selling prices from around €259,000, entry is possible for first-time buyers, although supply in the lower segment is limited. Quick response is recommended.
How is the accessibility when buying a home in Hoogerheide and Woensdrecht?
Via the A58 you can reach Bergen op Zoom in a quarter of an hour and Breda in about 40 minutes. Buses from Arriva run to Bergen op Zoom and Roosendaal, where you can transfer to the train towards Breda and Rotterdam. For daily commuting, a car is recommended.
The last neighbourhood party where everyone came to get to know each other even better
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, close to shops, schools and bus stop. Lots of forest nearby, but also polders
Auto-translated to English by AIHave been living here in the same house for over 36 years, so that says enough!
Auto-translated to English by AII grew up here and have fond memories. I left for three years to study in The Hague, but now I've graduated and coming home still feels good. However, places aren't as accessible as in the city, and the people and activities are still somewhat behind.
Auto-translated to English by AII only recently moved here and the shops are close by, lots of greenery, I love that, friendly people too, a pet-friendly environment, I really feel at home here.
Auto-translated to English by AIFriendly neighbours, quiet neighbourhood, shops nearby and a nice off-leash dog field around the corner.
Auto-translated to English by AII've just moved here and it's so quiet, everyone is friendly and they have a neighbourhood shop with a meeting place, for example for people who are lonely, every day you are welcome for a cup of coffee and a chat, there is a library where you can borrow books, a wonderfully quiet neighbourhood
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