Homes for sale in Oerle, Tilburg
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Purchase prices in Oerle: more affordable than the Tilburg average, but with a wide range
Of the more than 3,100 homes in Oerle, 39% are owner-occupied, the rest are rental. That high rental percentage (61%) reflects the social structure of the neighbourhood: social housing accounts for as much as 44% of the stock. The average WOZ value is €250,000, clearly below the municipal average of €314,000 in Tilburg. Yet actual transaction prices are higher: in the past twelve months, 33 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €362,000 and a range of €210,000 to €575,000. The average home has a floor area of 99 m². The supply consists mainly of post-war terraced houses and corner houses, with the occasional apartment. For current asking prices and selling times, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Oerle: a neighbourhood with amenities, but also with strong criticism from residents
Oerle is an urban neighbourhood in the southeast of Tilburg, built around the Afrikaanderbuurten and the Zeeheldenbuurt. The neighbourhood has a distinctly urban character with relatively many young residents: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years. In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood scores reasonably: there are several primary schools and daycare centres within walking distance, a supermarket, a GP practice and a pharmacy. One resident describes it as a "nice neighbourhood with many young families" and mentions the presence of schools, playgrounds and a small park as plus points. The partial score for education on the Oerle neighbourhood page is 5.6, also the highest of all categories.
Yet the picture is not entirely positive. The overall resident score stands at 4.0 out of 10, and several residents speak of decay. One reviewer writes: "It used to be cosy, but not anymore, lots of scum, old houses." Another says they no longer go out in the evening due to crime. Safety scores a 4.5 and sense of community only a 3.4. These are signals you should take seriously if you are considering buying a home here. The municipality of Tilburg has plans for neighbourhood improvement; check tilburg.nl for current information.
Accessibility is reasonable but not exceptional. From Oerle, you can drive to the centre of Tilburg in about ten minutes. Several bus stops in the neighbourhood connect you to the centre and Tilburg train station, from where you can travel directly to Breda, Den Bosch and Eindhoven. By car, the neighbourhood connects to the Tilburg ring road towards the A58 and A65. Within the neighbourhood lie the sub-neighbourhoods Afrikaanderbuurt Midden, Afrikaanderbuurt Oost, Afrikaanderbuurt West and the Zeeheldenbuurt, each with its own atmosphere and offerings.
For whom is buying in Oerle a realistic option?
Due to the lower WOZ value and the wide price range (from €210,000), Oerle offers entry opportunities for first-time buyers who miss out elsewhere in Tilburg. Families looking for a terraced house with a garden and schools within walking distance can find something here, but must weigh the liveability score in their decision. When buying, take into account additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for first-time buyers under the threshold, otherwise 2%) and notary fees. If you are still unsure, you can also look at rental homes in Oerle as a temporary alternative to get to know the neighbourhood better.
Searching for a home to buy in Oerle and surroundings
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also what is happening on the street. If you find the supply in Oerle too limited, then Armhoef, Jeruzalem or Hoogvenne are nearby neighbourhoods worth a look. For a broader overview, you can also search all homes for sale in Tilburg.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of a home in Oerle?
In the past twelve months, 33 homes were sold in Oerle with an average purchase price of €362,000. The range runs from €210,000 to €575,000, depending on the type, size and condition of the property. The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €250,000, which is lower than the Tilburg average of €314,000.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Oerle?
When buying a home in Oerle, in addition to the purchase price, you also pay transfer tax (2% for regular buyers, 0% for first-time buyers under the exemption threshold), notary fees for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly estate agent fees. Budget on average 3 to 5% of the purchase price for additional costs. It is wise to factor this in carefully in advance.
What types of homes can you buy in Oerle?
The owner-occupied housing supply in Oerle mainly consists of post-war terraced houses and corner houses. The average floor area of sold homes is 99 m². Buying an apartment in Oerle is also possible, although the supply is more limited than that of ground-based homes. Only 39% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, the rest is rental housing.
How is the accessibility if you live in Oerle?
Oerle has several bus stops that provide connections to the centre of Tilburg and the train station. From Tilburg station you can travel directly to Breda, Den Bosch and Eindhoven. By car, the neighbourhood connects to the Tilburg ring road towards the A58 and A65. The city centre is about a ten-minute drive away.
Is Oerle a safe neighbourhood to buy a home?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 4.0 out of 10, with a safety score of 4.5. Several reviews mention decay and crime, although there are also residents who appreciate the area for its amenities and the presence of young families. It is advisable to visit the neighbourhood at different times before deciding to buy a home here.
Not good anymore, don't put all sorts of people in those houses, you never see police here, the cosiness and safety are hard to find, hope scum lives here from now on
Auto-translated to English by AILots of crime, don't go outside in the evening anymore
Auto-translated to English by AIUsed to be cosy, but not anymore, lots of scum, old houses
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood with many young families. Lots of amenities (schools, daycare centres, supermarket, doctor, pharmacy, bus stop(s), small park, playgrounds)
Auto-translated to English by AIdirty, filthy and unsafe
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are confused people living in the neighbourhood, who no longer make the street pleasant. Why aren't they being helped? We used to have such a nice street. Get support services involved, not the police, and cameras would be desirable against unsafe situations and burglaries.
Auto-translated to English by AIunsafe junkies alcoholics and a lot of dangerous traffic
Auto-translated to English by AIterrible nuisance, filth, greenery is not maintained, junkies, alcoholics, shouting, traffic nuisance, no one dares to go outside in the evening, the housing association Tbv does nothing, police drive by quickly, it gets worse every day
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