Homes for sale in Kerkdorp Acht, Eindhoven
Check the current supply of homes for sale in Kerkdorp Acht and discover if this quiet, green Eindhoven neighbourhood suits you.
House prices and market figures for Kerkdorp Acht, Eindhoven
Kerkdorp Acht is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood: 83% of the 1,477 homes are privately owned, only 17% are rented. This ownership character is immediately reflected in the WOZ values. With an average WOZ value of €550,000, the neighbourhood is well above the district average of Achtse Molen (€416,000) and well above the Eindhoven average of €360,000. The actual transaction prices confirm this picture: in the past twelve months, 19 homes were sold for an average of €778,763, with a range from €295,000 to €1,995,000. With an average living area of 164 m², this works out to about €4,750 per square metre. The supply consists mainly of spacious single-family homes and detached houses; buying apartments in Kerkdorp Acht is less common. The narrow range at the top shows that luxury properties are also changing hands. For current asking prices and the number of available homes, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Kerkdorp Acht, Eindhoven
Kerkdorp Acht is what you might call a village within the city. It has its own core with a recognisable village character, while at the same time you live within the municipality of Eindhoven. The housing stock largely dates from the 1960s and 1970s, with spacious plots, many detached houses and semi-detached homes along green streets. That greenery is no afterthought: residents give green spaces a score of 8.5 out of 10, which is immediately the highest sub-score. The neighbourhood exudes tranquillity, but not the anonymity you find in some other Eindhoven neighbourhoods.
Resident Dani sums it up succinctly: "Achte is a beautiful and safe neighbourhood to live in." A second review from the same resident honestly adds that there are "quite a lot of posh people with a lot of money" living there, but that it is nevertheless a "pleasant and safe neighbourhood." That honesty matches the figures: safety scores 8.5 and community spirit 8.0. People here know each other, partly because the neighbourhood is relatively stable. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (over 1,080 residents), followed by those aged 65 and over (955). This gives Kerkdorp Acht a mature, calm rhythm.
Facilities are present but limited to the essentials. There are primary schools in and directly around the neighbourhood, and for daily shopping you can go to supermarkets in the immediate vicinity of the village centre of Acht. For a larger range of shops, hospitality or cultural facilities, Eindhoven city centre is within cycling distance. Residents give facilities a 7.0, indicating it is functional but not abundant. Sports clubs, including football and tennis clubs in the wider area of Acht, are easily accessible.
In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores 7.0. By car, you can quickly reach the A2 and A58 motorways towards Den Bosch, Tilburg and the rest of Brabant. Eindhoven Central Station can be reached by bus or bicycle; expect a fifteen to twenty-minute cycle to the city centre. Bus services run via the surrounding roads, but the neighbourhood is not the most public transport-friendly in Eindhoven. If you travel by train daily, it is advisable to test the travel time in advance.
Compared to sister neighbourhoods such as Kapelbeemd and Achtse Barrier-Gunterslaer, Kerkdorp Acht has a distinct identity: it is the most village-like and expensive core of the Achtse Molen district community. Achtse Barrier-Spaaihoef also offers owner-occupied homes in this part of Eindhoven, but with a different character and price level. More about the character of the neighbourhood, all resident figures and additional background can be found on the neighbourhood page of Kerkdorp Acht.
Who is a home for sale in Kerkdorp Acht interesting for?
Kerkdorp Acht mainly attracts movers and established families looking for space, peace and greenery without completely letting go of the city. With an average purchase price of nearly €779,000, buying a home in Kerkdorp Acht is not an option for first-time buyers with a limited budget. The income level in the neighbourhood (average €47,700, compared to €38,200 for all of Eindhoven) indicates who typically lives here. Seniors who want to continue living spaciously in a safe environment also fit this profile. Be prepared for limited supply: on average, about 19 homes are sold per year, meaning you need to act quickly when a suitable property comes up. If you want to be more flexible or first explore the neighbourhood, you can also look at rental homes in Kerkdorp Acht as a temporary stepping stone.
What residents say about Kerkdorp Acht
Based on 2 resident reviews, Kerkdorp Acht scores 7.6 out of 10. The highest sub-scores are for safety (8.5) and green spaces (8.5), followed by community (8.0) and beauty (8.0). The lowest score goes to housing (5.5), which probably reflects the limited availability and high prices. Resident Dani writes: "In Kerkdorp Acht live quite a lot of posh people with a lot of money, but despite that it is a pleasant and safe neighbourhood to live in." All reviews and sub-scores can be read on the neighbourhood overview page.
Comparing homes for sale in and around Kerkdorp Acht
On Buurtje.nl you will find homes for sale in Kerkdorp Acht bundled from more than 1,500 sources, supplemented with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and demographic data that you won't find on one page anywhere else. Want to search more broadly? Then check the supply in the surrounding neighbourhood Achtse Barrier-Hoeven, or explore other districts such as Oud-Stratum and Putten. For the total supply within the city, you can visit the page with homes for sale in Eindhoven. More information about living and residing in the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Eindhoven.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Kerkdorp Acht?
In the past twelve months, 19 homes were sold in Kerkdorp Acht for an average purchase price of €778,763. The range runs from €295,000 to €1,995,000, depending on type and location. With an average living area of 164 m², the average price per square metre comes to approximately €4,750. This makes buying a home in Kerkdorp Acht significantly more expensive than the Eindhoven average.
What is the WOZ value in Kerkdorp Acht?
The average WOZ value in Kerkdorp Acht is €550,000. That is well above the district average of Achtse Molen (€416,000) and considerably higher than the municipal average of Eindhoven (€360,000). The high WOZ value reflects the predominantly spacious, detached housing stock in this neighbourhood.
What is living in Kerkdorp Acht like?
Kerkdorp Acht has a village character within the city of Eindhoven, with spacious plots, plenty of greenery and a peaceful atmosphere. Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.6 out of 10, with high scores for safety (8.5) and green spaces (8.5). The neighbourhood mainly attracts families and older people who appreciate peace and space. The lowest score is for housing (5.5), reflecting the limited availability of homes.
Is Kerkdorp Acht suitable for families with children?
Kerkdorp Acht is certainly suitable for families, although due to the high prices, the target group is more likely to be those moving up the property ladder rather than young first-time buyers. Primary schools are accessible in and around the neighbourhood, education scores an 8.0 among residents, and safety is high. The quiet residential environment with plenty of greenery makes it attractive for families seeking space. However, you must take into account a purchase price well above the Eindhoven average.
How accessible is Kerkdorp Acht?
Residents give accessibility a 7.0 out of 10. By car, the neighbourhood is well connected via the A2 and A58 towards Den Bosch, Tilburg and beyond. Eindhoven Central can be reached by bicycle in about fifteen minutes. Bus connections are available but limited; the neighbourhood is not the most public-transport-friendly in Eindhoven. If you travel by public transport daily, it is wise to test the connections in advance.
What types of homes are for sale in Kerkdorp Acht?
The supply in Kerkdorp Acht mainly consists of spacious single-family homes, semi-detached houses and detached houses, largely built in the 1960s and 1970s. Buying an apartment in Kerkdorp Acht is less common; the neighbourhood is characterised by more spacious ground-based homes on their own plot. The average living area of sold homes over the past year was 164 m².
Is Kerkdorp Acht a safe neighbourhood?
Safety is Kerkdorp Acht's strongest asset: residents give it an 8.5 out of 10. Resident Dani describes it as a "pleasant and safe neighbourhood to live in", and this feeling is widely shared. The neighbourhood has a stable population composition with relatively many long-term residents, which contributes to social control and a quiet living environment.
Achte is a beautiful and safe neighbourhood to live in
Auto-translated to English by AIIn Kerkdorp Acht live quite a lot of posh people with a lot of money. But despite that, it is a pleasant and safe neighbourhood to live in.
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