Terraced houses for sale in Krimpenerwaard
Terraced houses in Krimpenerwaard are scarce and sell quickly. Discover which villages suit your wishes and how you can respond quickly as a buyer.
Polder ribbons and terraced houses: how the mid-terrace market in Krimpenerwaard works
Krimpenerwaard is no ordinary residential municipality. The area consists of a series of small villages along the rivers, connected by dyke roads and polder ribbons. Mid-terrace houses here are often located in quiet residential streets in the heart of a village, within walking distance of the primary school and supermarket. This makes them popular with families who are leaving the city behind but still want amenities within cycling distance.
The supply of mid-terrace houses in Krimpenerwaard is limited. Little is being built and turnover is low. Homes come onto the market sporadically and sell quickly. Anyone actively looking for a home for sale in Krimpenerwaard will notice that the market here is different from a large city: less volume, but also less bidding pressure compared to urban areas. Current numbers and the current supply can be found at the top of this page.
Mid-terrace houses here are in the upper mid-range segment. This is due to the green location, the relatively low building density, and their popularity with buyers from the Rotterdam region who are looking for more space for a similar budget.
What you need to know before buying a mid-terrace house in Krimpenerwaard
- Foundations and peat polder: A large part of Krimpenerwaard is on peat soil. Always have a structural survey carried out, specifically focused on foundation problems. Subsidence occurs, even in relatively new homes.
- Boundary disputes: Mid-terrace houses in older village ribbons sometimes have unclear property boundaries. Check the land registry and ask about any neighbour agreements regarding fences, gutters and overhanging vegetation.
- Speed of response: Homes in the smaller villages sometimes only stay online for a few days. Set up a search and enable push notifications via the free Buurtje.nl app, available in the App Store and on Google Play. You will receive an immediate notification as soon as new supply appears, without having to search yourself.
- Parking: Most mid-terrace houses in Krimpenerwaard have a driveway or garage, but this is not a given in the older village centres. Check this during viewings, especially if you have multiple cars.
- Mortgage and living space: Banks take a critical view of homes under 40m². Mid-terrace houses in this region are generally more spacious, but with smaller terraced houses in historic ribbons, still pay attention to the official usable area in the valuation.
- Zoning plan and extension: Many buyers want to extend a mid-terrace house. Check the zoning plan and aesthetic regulations of the municipality of Krimpenerwaard before counting on an extension or dormer window.
- Waiting time on the rental market: Those considering renting first while searching can also look at renting mid-terrace houses in Krimpenerwaard, although rental supply here is scarce.
What determines the price of a mid-terrace house here?
Mid-terrace houses in Krimpenerwaard fall into the upper mid-range segment. The price is determined by a combination of factors. The location within the municipality plays a major role: a house on a quiet street in Bergambacht commands a different price than a similar house on a busy through road in Lekkerkerk.
Other factors influencing the price:
- Year of construction and the condition of the roof, windows and installations
- Energy label (homes with label A or B are valued significantly higher)
- Presence of a garage, carport or spacious driveway
- Garden depth and orientation (sun on the back garden is a concrete selling point)
- Proximity to main roads towards Rotterdam or Gouda
For the current price range and current supply: see the overview at the top of this page.
Villages to seriously consider when buying a mid-terrace house in Krimpenerwaard
The municipality has several villages, each with its own character. Based on resident ratings and atmosphere, these are the most frequently mentioned options:
- Bergambacht (8.0/10): Quiet, green, strong community ties. Popular with families who really want to live in the countryside.
- Stolwijk (7.9/10): Compact village with an active community. Little supply, but when something comes up, it goes quickly.
- Schoonhoven (7.9/10): Historic fortified town with more amenities than the smaller villages. The most urban of the bunch.
- Krimpen aan de Lek (7.4/10): Easily accessible, reasonable distance to Rotterdam. Slightly more supply than in the smaller villages.
- Gouderak (7.2/10): Small and quiet. Suitable for those seeking real peace, but few daily amenities within walking distance.
More figures, reviews and neighbourhood data per village can be found on the municipality overview page of Krimpenerwaard.
No suitable supply? Also look at Rotterdam
Krimpenerwaard borders the Rotterdam region. Those who are flexible in terms of location will find a larger and more frequently changing supply at mid-terrace houses in Rotterdam. The atmosphere and type of home differ greatly, but the travel time to Rotterdam from most villages in Krimpenerwaard is limited. It may be worth keeping an eye on both markets simultaneously, especially in a tight market where buying a mid-terrace house requires quick action.
Frequently asked questions
What is the price level of terraced houses in Krimpenerwaard?
Terraced houses in Krimpenerwaard fall into the upper middle segment. The price depends on the core, year of construction, energy label, and the presence of a garage or spacious garden. Current prices and available properties can be found at the top of this page.
How can I quickly find a terraced house in Krimpenerwaard?
Supply in Krimpenerwaard is limited and properties sell quickly. Download the free Buurtje.nl app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android) and set up push notifications. You will then receive an immediate alert as soon as new properties become available, without having to search yourself constantly.
What legal aspects should I consider for a terraced house in Krimpenerwaard?
Pay attention to unclear property boundaries, especially for houses in older village strips. Check the cadastre for discrepancies and ask about any neighbour agreements regarding fences and gutters. Also always have a structural survey carried out focusing on foundation issues, as a large part of the region is on peat soil.
Which cores in Krimpenerwaard score best among residents?
Bergambacht scores highest with a resident rating of 8.0/10, followed by Stolwijk and Schoonhoven (both 7.9/10). Schoonhoven has the most amenities. Bergambacht and Stolwijk are quieter and more family-oriented. More neighbourhood data can be found on the municipal overview page of Krimpenerwaard.
Are there parking facilities for terraced houses in Krimpenerwaard?
In newer residential areas, most terraced houses have a driveway or garage. In older village strips and historic cores, such as parts of Schoonhoven, parking sometimes depends on public parking spaces on the street. Always check this during the viewing, especially if you have multiple cars.
Have lived there for 42 years with full satisfaction! Only recently nothing has been done about the front and back gardens of various houses!
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood was always good! But a lot of people are moving away, so we'll have to wait and see what the future brings.
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople know each other and help each other, without constantly dropping by or violating each other's privacy. The houses are all about 100 years old or even older and belong to the historic village centre. The village has a lively, extensive shopping street where regular fairs and other events are organised. Here there are no large chain stores but mostly specialist quality shops that have often been run by the same family for generations. It is pleasant to live in Bergambacht
Auto-translated to English by AII mainly like the neighbourhood because I grew up here and still live here. That's why I know everything, and it's not a big neighbourhood either, which I also like. The people are okay, not a stingy neighbourhood or anything. Just few facilities for young people, like nice shops. I do think it's a shame that there is apparently one man who buys up a lot and then makes boring things out of it, like boring clothing stores for older people. As a result, the neighbourhood really becomes more for the elderly. Still, I am happy to live here because it is small and, for me, quite manageable, and it has the basics, and that's the most important thing. Accessibility by car to this neighbourhood is fine, but by public transport it's really poorly arranged. Sometimes you have to wait so long, for example at Capelse brug, for a bus here. So the public transport connection here could really be better.
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Auto-translated to English by AILovely to live here. Everything you need is nearby, the houses and surroundings are beautiful. The only downside is that it's almost impossible to find a home.
Auto-translated to English by AIStolwijk is nice to live in. However, there is very little to no opportunity to move on to an affordable 55+ home. Apartments are very scarce and terribly expensive, over €400,000, which is not feasible for us.
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