Homes for sale in Molenwijk-Dries, Lingewaard

House prices in Molenwijk-Dries, Lingewaard

Molenwijk-Dries is a predominantly owner-occupied neighbourhood: 74% of the 482 homes are privately owned, 26% are rented. The average WOZ value is €329,000, which is noticeably lower than the district average of Gendt (€348,000) and the municipal average of Lingewaard (€372,000). This makes Molenwijk-Dries one of the more affordable neighbourhoods within the municipality, although the WOZ value does not tell the whole story about actual transaction prices.

Over the past twelve months, 22 homes were sold at an average purchase price of €584,636. The range runs from €335,000 to €1,195,000, indicating that both modest family homes and larger detached properties have changed hands. With an average living area of 155 m², this works out at a price per square metre of approximately €3,772. The supply consists mainly of ground-floor homes; apartments are rarer in this part of Gendt. For current asking prices and selling times, you can consult the overview at the top of this page, which is updated daily.

Living in Molenwijk-Dries, Lingewaard

Molenwijk-Dries is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the edge of the village of Gendt, in the river area between Nijmegen and Arnhem. The neighbourhood has a clear village character: wide streets, plenty of greenery in front and back gardens, and a mix of detached homes, semi-detached houses and terraced houses, mostly built in the 1970s and 1980s. Here and there, newer plots have been filled in, but the streetscape is predominantly calm and not very fragmented.

The largest age group in Molenwijk-Dries is 45 to 65 years old, and you can feel that in the neighbourhood. It is not a district buzzing with activity, but rather a place where people consciously choose space and tranquillity. Families with children form the largest household group, which is visible in the playgrounds and the use of public space in the afternoon and evening hours.

For daily groceries, most residents drive to the centre of Gendt, within cycling distance. There you will find a supermarket, a bakery and a few other local amenities. For a larger range of shops, Bemmel or Huissen is the logical choice, both within ten to fifteen minutes' drive. Children attend primary schools in Gendt itself; secondary education can be found in Bemmel or Nijmegen.

Accessibility by car is good: via the N839 and N325 you are quickly on the A15 towards Arnhem or the A326 towards Nijmegen. Nijmegen city centre can be reached in about twenty minutes. There is no direct train connection from Gendt; the nearest station is Nijmegen or Elst, accessible by bus or bicycle via the dyke. Bus line 81 connects Gendt with Nijmegen and runs several times per hour. For those who commute daily to a large city, a car is almost indispensable.

Residents appreciate the peace, space and close-knit village community. On the neighbourhood page of Molenwijk-Dries you can read what residents themselves write about their district. One resident describes it as: "You really still know your neighbours here, and the children just play on the street. That is becoming increasingly rare." Recurring criticisms are the limited public transport connections and the fact that you have to take the car for many things.

Compared to neighbouring districts such as Centrum Gendt and Walburgen, Molenwijk-Dries is quieter and less centrally located, but generally offers slightly more space per home. Lootakkers and Vleumingen are other neighbourhoods in the area worth comparing if you want to understand what the district of Gendt has to offer. The average selling price in Molenwijk-Dries is above the district and municipal average on a WOZ basis, which is partly explained by the larger living area and the presence of detached homes in the higher segment.

Who is a home for sale in Molenwijk-Dries interesting for?

Molenwijk-Dries mainly attracts families and home-movers who consciously choose space and a village living environment, and who are willing to take the car for daily amenities. The average selling price of nearly €585,000 makes this not a starter neighbourhood; anyone wanting to buy a first home in Molenwijk-Dries will need substantial financing or a large down payment. At the lower end of the market, homes are available from around €335,000, but these are scarce and sell quickly. Seniors who want to live quietly but still seek a social environment also find their place here. Those who want to explore renting as an alternative can look at the rental homes in Molenwijk-Dries. Be prepared for limited supply and relatively short selling times in this segment.

What residents say about Molenwijk-Dries

Residents of Molenwijk-Dries rate their neighbourhood positively in terms of safety, green spaces and the quiet living environment. They are less enthusiastic about public transport and the distance to larger amenities. One resident writes: "Wonderfully quiet living, but without a car you are dependent on the bus here and it does not always run at the most convenient times." View all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the overview page of Molenwijk-Dries, including scores per category and recent comments from residents.

Compare homes for sale in and around Molenwijk-Dries

On Buurtje.nl you will find homes for sale in Molenwijk-Dries from more than 1,500 sources, supplemented with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data that you will not find anywhere else in one place. This way you can first assess whether the neighbourhood suits you before planning a viewing. Want to search more broadly? View the supply in the entire district via homes for sale in Gendt, or explore other districts via the overview of homes for sale in Lingewaard. Also Bemmel and Huissen are popular alternatives within the municipality. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of Lingewaard.