Homes for sale in Meedhuizen, Eemsdelta
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in Meedhuizen and get direct insight into prices, neighbourhood data, and what residents say about living in this Groningen terp village.
House prices and market figures Meedhuizen, Eemsdelta
The owner-occupied market in Meedhuizen is pronounced: as many as 94% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, only 6% is rental. That says something about the character of the village. The average WOZ value is €255,000, which is clearly above the district average of Buitengebied Zuid-Termunten (€217,000) and the municipal average of Eemsdelta (€213,000). Meedhuizen is thus one of the higher-priced cores in the region.
In the past twelve months, two homes changed hands, with an average sale price of €425,000 and a range of €225,000 to €625,000. The average living area of sold homes was 230 m², which works out to a price of around €1,850 per m². The housing stock consists mainly of detached and semi-detached houses on spacious plots; apartments are hardly found here. Supply is limited and changes regularly; check the current overview at the top of this page for the most recent status. Those who want to compare homes for sale in Eemsdelta more broadly will find a more complete picture of the regional market there.
Living in Meedhuizen, Eemsdelta
Meedhuizen is a small terp village in the Groningen clay landscape, directly north of Termunten and a stone's throw from the Ems. The village has around 370 inhabitants and feels exactly as small as it sounds: everyone knows each other, there is no supermarket, no café, no primary school left in the village itself. Those who buy a home here consciously choose peace, space and the typical Groningen open landscape. The buildings consist largely of detached houses, partly historic farms and former agricultural properties converted into homes, partly newer detached houses on spacious plots. This also explains the high average sold area of 230 m².
Facilities are scarce in the village itself. For daily groceries, a GP or a primary school, you drive to Termunten or Delfzijl. Termunten is about three kilometres away and has a small supermarket, a primary school and a community centre. Delfzijl is reachable in about ten minutes by car and offers a wider range of shops, a hospital and secondary education. Accessibility by public transport is limited: there is a bus line via the surrounding villages, but the frequency is low. For commuters, a car in Meedhuizen is not a luxury but a necessity. The connection to the N33 towards Groningen city is via Delfzijl or via the N362; expect a travel time of 35 to 45 minutes to Groningen.
What residents appreciate is the silence and the space. No through traffic, no hustle and bustle, a dike within walking distance and views over the polder. Those used to urban amenities will have to adjust, but those who consciously choose country life will find exactly what they are looking for here. Compared to neighbouring villages such as Termunten or Woldendorp, Meedhuizen is even quieter and smaller, with an even more rural character. Termunterzijl on the Ems coast has a similar scale but also attracts water sports enthusiasts. Read more about the character of the area on the page of the district Buitengebied Zuid-Termunten. For a complete picture of resident reviews and neighbourhood scores, visit the neighbourhood main page of Meedhuizen.
Who is a home for sale in Meedhuizen interesting for?
Meedhuizen best suits movers and people around 45 to 65 years old who consciously choose space, peace and a detached house on a large plot. The largest age group in the village falls precisely into that category. First-time buyers will find the combination of high average prices and scarce supply difficult. Families with children must take into account the absence of a primary school in the village itself and the dependence on the car. Buying an apartment in Meedhuizen is virtually impossible; the supply consists almost exclusively of ground-based homes. If you want to buy a home in Meedhuizen, keep in mind a limited number of transactions per year and be quick when something becomes available. Those who want to stay flexible can also look at rental homes in Meedhuizen as a temporary alternative.
What residents say about Meedhuizen
Residents appreciate Meedhuizen especially for the peace, the space and the sense of community you experience in a small village. One resident writes: "You really live out here, the silence and the view over the polder are priceless. But don't count on being able to quickly do your shopping around the corner." That sums it up well: the strong points are precisely the things that put off some buyers and appeal to others. Scores for liveability and safety are high, the score for facilities is logically lower. View all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the page of Meedhuizen.
Compare homes for sale in and around Meedhuizen
Buurtje.nl bundles the supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood data that you won't find anywhere else on a purchase page. This way you can not only see what is for sale, but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. Compare Meedhuizen with other cores in the area, such as Borgsweer or Wagenborgen, or view the broader supply via homes for sale in Buitengebied Zuid-Termunten. For municipality-wide information about living and policy, you can also visit the website of municipality Eemsdelta.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Meedhuizen?
In the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Meedhuizen was €425,000, with a range from €225,000 to €625,000. The average living area of sold homes was 230 m², resulting in a price of approximately €1,850 per m². Supply is limited and consists almost exclusively of detached and semi-detached houses on spacious plots.
What is the WOZ value in Meedhuizen?
The average WOZ value in Meedhuizen is €255,000. This is clearly above the average of the Buitengebied Zuid-Termunten district (€217,000) and the municipal average of Eemsdelta (€213,000). Meedhuizen thus belongs to the higher-priced cores in the municipality, partly due to the large share of detached houses.
What is it like to live in Meedhuizen?
Living in Meedhuizen means choosing peace, space, and a typical Groningen rural character. It is a small terp village with about 370 inhabitants, no own supermarket or primary school, but plenty of open landscape and strong social cohesion. Residents appreciate the quiet and the views, but emphasize that you are almost entirely dependent on the car. The resident score for liveability and safety is high, that for facilities is logically lower.
Is Meedhuizen suitable for families with children?
Meedhuizen no longer has its own primary school; children go to school in Termunten or Delfzijl. This requires a car and some willingness to plan. The homes are spacious and the area is safe and green, which can be attractive for families. The largest population group in the village consists of people between 45 and 65 years old, indicating that the village mainly attracts families in a later life stage and movers.
How accessible is Meedhuizen?
By car, Meedhuizen is easily accessible: Delfzijl is about a ten-minute drive away, and via the N33 or N362 you can reach Groningen city in 35 to 45 minutes. Public transport is limited; there is a bus line via the surrounding villages, but the frequency is low and for daily travel a car is almost indispensable. Cycling to Termunten is feasible, the distance is about three kilometres.
What types of homes are for sale in Meedhuizen?
The housing supply in Meedhuizen consists almost exclusively of ground-based homes: detached houses, former farmhouses, and semi-detached houses on spacious plots. Buying an apartment in Meedhuizen is virtually impossible; this type of home hardly occurs here. The average size of recently sold homes was 230 m², confirming the image of spacious, rural homes.
How many homes are sold per year in Meedhuizen and how fast does that go?
In the past twelve months, two homes changed ownership in Meedhuizen. Supply is therefore very scarce. If a home becomes available that suits you, it is wise to act quickly and have your preparations in order. At the top of this page, check the current selling time in days for the most recent information on how long homes are on the market on average.
