Homes for sale in Laag Dalem Oost, Gorinchem
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in Laag Dalem Oost and view neighbourhood data, resident scores and market figures to determine if this neighbourhood suits you.
House prices and market figures Laag Dalem Oost, Gorinchem
Laag Dalem Oost is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood: 84% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, only 16% is rental. This makes it a neighbourhood where residents consciously choose to stay. The average WOZ value is €377,000, slightly below the district average of Laag Dalem (€380,000), but well above the Gorinchem average of €312,000. That difference says something about the character of the neighbourhood: it concerns spacious, well-maintained family homes, not a cheap entry-level market.
In the past twelve months, eight homes changed hands, with an average purchase price of €518,625. The range ran from €449,000 to €565,000, with an average living area of 131 m². That works out to a price of approximately €3,960 per square metre. Supply is limited, which means homes here do not stay on the market for long. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the most recent asking prices and selling times. Anyone considering buying an apartment in Laag Dalem Oost will notice that the supply consists almost entirely of ground-floor homes.
Living in Laag Dalem Oost, Gorinchem
Laag Dalem Oost is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the east side of the Laag Dalem district in Gorinchem. The neighbourhood mainly consists of terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1980s and 1990s, with plenty of gardens and wide streets. It is not a neighbourhood where you find much street life in the evening, but that is precisely what many residents are looking for here. The atmosphere is subdued, friendly and social without being intrusive.
Resident Yamila describes it aptly: "My experience is that it is a social, cosy neighbourhood, everything is within walking distance of each other. Schools are quite far away. Shops easily accessible on foot or by bike." That combination of proximity and quietness typifies Laag Dalem Oost well. Grocery shopping is easy: the Laag Dalem shopping centre is within cycling distance and offers a supermarket and daily amenities. For a larger range of shops, Gorinchem city centre, with its historic centre and various shops, can be reached within ten to fifteen minutes.
For families with children, the school offering is a point of attention. Primary schools are not directly around the corner, meaning young children have to be cycled or taken. Residents therefore give education a score of 5.0, the lowest sub-score of the neighbourhood. Secondary education is available in Gorinchem itself, but also requires some travel time.
Accessibility, on the other hand, scores excellently: residents give this a 9.0. Laag Dalem Oost has good connections to the N214 and A27, which benefits commuters to Utrecht, Dordrecht or The Hague. Gorinchem station is a few kilometres away and can be reached by bike or bus. Bus services run regularly towards the centre and the station. For those who want to cycle, there are safe routes through the neighbourhood.
Green also scores a 9.0 in resident ratings. The neighbourhood has playgrounds, green strips and sufficient space between homes. Safety is rated at 8.0, which matches the feeling residents describe: you know your neighbours, there is little nuisance. Only the appearance of the neighbourhood receives a lower rating (6.0 for beauty), which suggests that the architecture and public space are not particularly striking. Functional and tidy, but not a landmark neighbourhood.
Compared to sister neighbourhoods such as Laag Dalem I and Laag Dalem II, Laag Dalem Oost has a similar residential character, but lies slightly on the quieter side of the district. Those who want more information about the wider district can find it on the page about Laag Dalem. All neighbourhood scores, demographic data and resident reviews are together on the Laag Dalem Oost neighbourhood main page.
Does a home for sale in Laag Dalem Oost suit you as a buyer?
Laag Dalem Oost mainly attracts families and residents between 45 and 65 years old. The largest age group in the neighbourhood consists of 45- to 65-year-olds (885 people), and 46% of households are married. Movers seeking space and quiet, yet wanting to live close to Gorinchem, will find what they are looking for here. First-time buyers will struggle to get a foothold with prices from €449,000, especially given the limited supply. Overbidding is not uncommon in this segment. Those who want to be flexible can also look at rental homes in Laag Dalem Oost, although the rental supply is limited due to the high owner-occupancy rate.
What residents say about Laag Dalem Oost
Based on resident reviews, Laag Dalem Oost scores a 7.6 out of 10. The highest scores go to accessibility (9.0), sense of community (9.0) and green (9.0). Residents are less enthusiastic about education (5.0) and the visual appearance of the neighbourhood (6.0). Yamila writes: "It is a social, cosy neighbourhood, everything is within walking distance of each other. Shops easily accessible on foot or by bike." See all reviews and sub-scores on the neighbourhood page of Laag Dalem Oost.
Compare homes for sale in and around Laag Dalem Oost
Buurtje.nl bundles the housing supply from more than 1,500 sources and links this to resident reviews and district data, so you not only compare a home but also the neighbourhood. In addition to homes for sale in Laag Dalem Oost, you can also look at homes for sale in Laag Dalem as a whole, or explore what other districts have to offer, such as Lingewijk, Haarwijk or the Gorinchem city centre. For a complete overview of the Gorinchem housing market, see homes for sale in Gorinchem. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of Gorinchem municipality.
Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Laag Dalem Oost?
The average purchase price in Laag Dalem Oost over the past twelve months was €518,625. The range ran from €449,000 to €565,000, with an average living area of 131 m². That works out to about €3,960 per square metre. This almost exclusively concerns ground-floor owner-occupied homes; apartments are hardly available in this part of the neighbourhood.
What is the WOZ value in Laag Dalem Oost?
The average WOZ value in Laag Dalem Oost is €377,000. That is slightly below the average of the broader Laag Dalem district (€380,000), but well above the Gorinchem average of €312,000. This reflects the higher quality and larger type of home that dominates in this neighbourhood.
What is living in Laag Dalem Oost like?
Living in Laag Dalem Oost feels quiet and social. The neighbourhood consists of terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1980s and 1990s, with green streets and a safe environment. Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.6 out of 10, with high scores for accessibility, greenery and sense of community. The visual appearance and the range of schools in the immediate vicinity score less well.
Is Laag Dalem Oost suitable for families with children?
Laag Dalem Oost has a high proportion of families with children (505 households) and scores well on safety and greenery. The neighbourhood is child-friendly with play areas and quiet streets. The point of attention for families is the distance to primary schools: they are not just around the corner, which requires daily transport. Secondary education is available in Gorinchem itself.
How is the accessibility of Laag Dalem Oost?
Residents rate the accessibility at 9.0. By car, the neighbourhood is well connected via the N214 and the A27, with good connections towards Utrecht, Dordrecht and The Hague. Gorinchem station is accessible by bike or bus. Daily amenities such as supermarkets are within walking distance or a short bike ride.
What type of homes are for sale in Laag Dalem Oost?
The supply in Laag Dalem Oost consists almost entirely of ground-floor homes: terraced houses and semi-detached houses, mainly built in the 1980s and 1990s. With 84% owner-occupied homes in the neighbourhood, the supply for sale is limited; only a handful of homes change hands each year. Anyone considering buying an apartment in Laag Dalem Oost will find that this type of home hardly occurs here.
Is Laag Dalem Oost a safe neighbourhood?
Yes, residents rate the safety in Laag Dalem Oost at 8.0 out of 10. Resident Yamila describes it as a "cosy, safe neighbourhood" where people know each other. The low percentage of rental homes and the stable population composition contribute to a quiet, orderly living environment with little nuisance.
My experience is that it is a social, cosy neighbourhood; everything is within walking distance of each other. Schools are quite far away. Shops are easily accessible on foot or by bike.
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