Homes for sale in Loonse Vaart, Loon op Zand

House prices and market figures Loonse Vaart, Loon op Zand

The owner-occupied market in Loonse Vaart presents an interesting picture. Of the 789 homes in the neighbourhood, 53% are owner-occupied, with the rest rented out via a housing association (20%) or other landlords (27%). The average WOZ value is €321,000, noticeably lower than the average in the district Kaatsheuvel-Oost (€370,000) and the municipal average of Loon op Zand (€365,000). This difference makes Loonse Vaart relatively affordable within the municipality.

Looking at actual transactions over the past year, the average purchase price is €459,611 with an average living area of 148 m². That works out to about €3,106 per m². The range is notably wide: sold homes varied from €335,000 to €825,000, indicating that both affordable terraced houses and larger detached homes changed hands. A total of 18 homes were sold in the past year. For current asking prices and selling times of homes now available, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Loonse Vaart, Loon op Zand

Loonse Vaart is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the eastern side of Kaatsheuvel, part of the municipality of Loon op Zand. The neighbourhood takes its name from the Loonse en Drunense Duinen, the National Park that literally starts around the corner. Those living here have sandy paths, forests and drifting dunes within cycling distance, something few other neighbourhoods in the region offer so tangibly. Resident reviews give greenery a perfect score of 10 out of 10.

The housing stock largely consists of single-family homes, mostly terraced houses and semi-detached homes from the 1970s and 1980s, supplemented by some newer detached homes on the edges of the neighbourhood. The streets are clear and quiet, with little through traffic. It is a neighbourhood where you know your neighbours and where a chat over the fence is normal. Resident Hannie describes it aptly: "I enjoy living here, always a good day and a chat." That social character is reflected in the demographic composition: a mix of families with children, middle-aged couples and a growing group of over-65s who have lived in the neighbourhood for years.

For daily errands, you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. Kaatsheuvel centre is a short bike ride away and offers supermarkets, a pharmacy, sports clubs and primary schools. Think of the shops around the Markt in Kaatsheuvel and the nearby shopping area along the Hoofdstraat. For secondary education, there are schools in Waalwijk, accessible by bike or bus. Childcare and playgroups are available in the wider core of Kaatsheuvel.

In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores a remarkably high 9.5 from residents. By car, you can quickly reach Waalwijk and the A59 via the N261, from where Den Bosch and Tilburg are within twenty to thirty minutes. Public transport runs via bus stops in the neighbourhood, with connections to Waalwijk and Tilburg. A car is handy in this area, although the neighbourhood itself is easy to cycle around.

Compared to sister neighbourhoods such as Heikant and the Prinsessenbuurt, Loonse Vaart has a more subdued character, with less new-build but more greenery and space. Neighbourhoods like Els (west) and Els (east) also border the green edges of Kaatsheuvel and are worth comparing if you want to buy in this corner of the municipality. More neighbourhood information, all sub-scores and full resident experiences can be found on the neighbourhood page of Loonse Vaart. The municipality of Loon op Zand publishes current information about facilities and developments via loonopzand.nl.

Who is a home in Loonse Vaart interesting for?

Loonse Vaart mainly attracts families and movers seeking peace, space and greenery without being far from Brabant's infrastructure. The combination of relatively lower WOZ values and an average purchase price around €460,000 makes the neighbourhood more affordable than the district and municipal average, although buying a home in Loonse Vaart is still a challenge for first-time buyers with a limited budget. The wide price range (€335,000 to €825,000) does offer choice. Be prepared for limited supply: on average only 18 homes are sold per year, so acting quickly pays off. If you do not necessarily want to buy, you can also look at rental homes in Loonse Vaart as an alternative, especially since almost half of the housing stock is rented out.

What residents say about Loonse Vaart

Loonse Vaart receives an overall score of 9.0 out of 10 from its residents. The highest sub-scores go to greenery (10.0) and accessibility (9.5), which fits well with the location next to the Loonse en Drunense Duinen and the quick connections to the region. Housing and beauty score slightly lower (both 8.5), but remain more than adequate. Resident Hannie writes: "Cosy neighbourhood, I enjoy living here, always a good day and a chat." That says a lot about the social atmosphere. All reviews and sub-scores can be viewed on the neighbourhood overview page.

Compare homes for sale in and around Loonse Vaart

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