Homes for sale in Kern Belfeld, Venlo

House prices and market figures Kern Belfeld, Venlo

Kern Belfeld is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 63% of the more than 2,190 homes are owned, the rest are rented, most of which through a housing association. The average WOZ value is €287,000, slightly below the Belfeld district average (€301,000) and almost equal to the Venlo average of €285,000. This makes the neighbourhood representative of the municipality as a whole in terms of valuation.

Those who bought a home in Kern Belfeld in the past year paid an average of €388,646. The range runs from €239,000 to €665,000, indicating that the supply is varied: from modest terraced houses to larger detached homes. With an average living area of 137 m², this works out to a price of approximately €2,837 per square metre. A total of 41 homes changed hands in the past twelve months. The current supply, average asking price and average time on market can be found at the top of this page.

Living in Kern Belfeld, Venlo

Kern Belfeld is the heart of the eponymous village on the east bank of the Meuse, nestled between the water and the higher wooded areas towards Tegelen. It is a neighbourhood with a distinct village character: quiet, orderly and with strong social cohesion. You notice this in the streets around the Sint-Urbanuskerk, the familiar faces at the local bakery and the sports clubs that structure village life. Football club SV Belfeld and tennis club TV Belfeld attract members from across the core and bring life to the area beyond the residential streets.

The housing stock largely consists of post-war family homes and terraced houses from the 1960s and 1970s, supplemented by newer detached homes on the edges of the core. Apartments are relatively scarce, which distinguishes Kern Belfeld from more urban neighbourhoods. For daily groceries, you can go to the supermarket in the core itself; for a larger range of shops, Venlo city centre is about ten minutes away by car. Primary education is available in the neighbourhood, with De Triangel primary school as a familiar anchor point for families with young children.

The location on the Meuse is an asset that residents often mention. The cycle path along the river towards Venlo and Roermond is heavily used, and the Meuse valley offers space for walkers and water sports enthusiasts. At the same time, the A73 motorway is a short distance away, making Venlo city centre, Roermond and the German town of Kaldenkirchen quickly accessible by car. Public transport is via bus lines that connect Belfeld to Venlo station, from where intercity trains run towards Eindhoven, The Hague and Düsseldorf.

Residents appreciate the peace and green surroundings, but also note the limited shopping options and dependence on the car for larger purchases. On the neighbourhood homepage of Kern Belfeld you can read all resident reviews and detailed neighbourhood scores. One resident writes: "It's wonderfully quiet here and you know your neighbours, but for a night out or a large supermarket you really have to take the car." That sums up the atmosphere well.

Compared to neighbouring areas such as Witveld and Bolenberg, Kern Belfeld has a more distinct village centre with more amenities within walking distance. Aan de Stuw and Geloö are quieter and greener, but lack the social infrastructure that the core offers. Within the broader district Belfeld, Kern Belfeld occupies the central position, both geographically and in terms of amenities.

Who is a home in Kern Belfeld suitable for?

The neighbourhood mainly attracts families and movers: the largest age group is 45 to 65 years, but young families also find their way to the core thanks to the primary school and sports clubs. First-time buyers have a harder time: with an average purchase price of almost €389,000, buying a home in Kern Belfeld is not cheap, although the lower end of the market from €239,000 still offers entry opportunities for smaller homes. Seniors looking for a quiet, familiar living environment with short lines to neighbours and amenities generally feel at home here. Those who prefer to rent or want to explore the neighbourhood first can also look at rental homes in Kern Belfeld. Keep in mind that supply is limited and homes do not stay on the market for long.

What residents say about Kern Belfeld

Residents generally rate Kern Belfeld positively, particularly in terms of safety, green spaces and social atmosphere. They are less enthusiastic about the shopping options and accessibility without a car. One resident sums it up: "Belfeld is a real village where people still know each other. That's worth its weight in gold, but you have to like it." See all reviews, sub-scores per category and the full neighbourhood data on the overview page of Kern Belfeld.

Compare homes for sale in and around Kern Belfeld

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