Homes for sale in Oostelbeers, Oirschot
Are you looking for a home to buy in Oostelbeers? Check the current listings on this page and discover what the neighbourhood has to offer.
House prices in Oostelbeers: what do you pay for a home here?
Oostelbeers is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood. With 82% owner-occupied homes in the housing stock, renting is the exception here, not the rule. The average WOZ value is €474,000, slightly above the municipal average of Oirschot (€465,000). This already indicates that Oostelbeers is not the cheapest place to get a home to buy. In the past twelve months, 15 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €588,167. The range runs from €398,500 to €795,000, showing that both entry-level homes and larger detached houses come onto the market. These are almost exclusively ground-floor homes, predominantly single-family homes and detached houses. Buying an apartment in Oostelbeers is hardly an option. Check the current supply and the average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent status.
Living in Oostelbeers: green and safe, but far from everything
Anyone considering buying in Oostelbeers is essentially buying a lifestyle. The village lies in the rural area of the municipality of Oirschot, surrounded by agricultural land and nature. Residents give the village a 7.9 out of 10 on the neighbourhood page of Oostelbeers, where you can also find all sub-scores and reviews. Safety scores a perfect 10, and green also gets a 10. That matches what you see on the ground: quiet streets, little traffic, and plenty of outdoor space. One resident aptly describes it as "safe, but not much to do." He points to the limited hospitality (one bar), the remote location, and the fact that the bus does not run at weekends. Accessibility therefore scores a meagre 4 out of 10, which is honestly the biggest weakness of this village.
In terms of amenities, Oostelbeers is sparse. There is no supermarket in the village itself. For daily shopping you drive to Oirschot or Middelbeers. Primary education is available in the area, and residents rate the school situation a 9. There are some sports activities through local clubs, but the offering is limited compared to a larger centre. Accessibility by car is reasonable: via the N395 you reach Oirschot in about ten minutes and Eindhoven in half an hour. There is no train station; the nearest station is Eindhoven or Best. Anyone who wants to travel by public transport daily will find this difficult in practice, especially in the evenings and at weekends. If you have a car and are looking for peace and quiet, you are in the right place here.
Within the municipality, there are alternatives that offer a slightly higher level of amenities. The centre of Oirschot has more shops and hospitality, and Middelbeers and Westelbeers are also nearby and have a similar village character. If you find the scattered buildings and rural area attractive, you can also look at scattered houses around Oostelbeers. More about the total housing supply in the municipality can be found on the page homes for sale in Oirschot. For municipal information about permits, zoning plans and local regulations, you can visit the website of the municipality of Oirschot.
Who is a home for sale in Oostelbeers suitable for?
Living in Oostelbeers best suits families and movers who consciously choose peace, space and safety, and who use the car as their primary means of transport. First-time buyers have a hard time: with an average selling price of over €588,000 and an entry price of almost €400,000, the threshold is high. Also take into account additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-first-time buyers) and notary costs. Supply is limited, so overbidding is realistic. If you want to be more flexible, you can also look at rental homes in Oostelbeers as an intermediate step.
Buying a house in Oostelbeers: how to find the right supply
On Buurtje.nl you can see the current supply of homes for sale in Oostelbeers directly at the top of this page, including filters on price, surface area and energy label. What Buurtje.nl adds are the resident reviews and neighbourhood scores, so you not only look at the home but also at the neighbourhood. Want to compare? Also check Spoordonk as a quiet alternative within the same municipality.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Oostelbeers?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Oostelbeers was €588,167. The cheapest sold property went for €398,500, the most expensive for €795,000. These are almost always ground-bound owner-occupied houses; apartments are hardly available here.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Oostelbeers?
The average WOZ value in Oostelbeers is €474,000. This is slightly above the municipal average of Oirschot, which is €465,000. The WOZ value is an indication of the market value and is used, among other things, as a basis for municipal taxes.
What additional costs should I consider when buying a home in Oostelbeers?
When buying a home in Oostelbeers, there are extra costs on top of the purchase price. Think of transfer tax (2% for movers, 0% for first-time buyers under certain conditions), notary costs, valuation costs, and possibly advisory fees for a mortgage advisor. Budget on average 4 to 6 percent of the purchase price for additional costs.
How accessible is Oostelbeers by public transport?
Oostelbeers is poorly accessible without a car. The bus runs on weekdays, but there is no connection at weekends. The nearest train station is in Eindhoven or Best, about half an hour away. By car, Oirschot is reachable in ten minutes and Eindhoven in about thirty minutes via the N395.
Are there schools and amenities in Oostelbeers if I buy a home here?
Oostelbeers has limited amenities. There is no supermarket in the village itself; for daily groceries you rely on Oirschot or Middelbeers. Primary education is available in the immediate vicinity, which residents rate with a score of 9 out of 10. Local sports are possible through clubs, but for more options you need to go to a larger centre.
The houses are just good, nice houses. The village itself is a bit remote and the bus doesn't run on weekends. Also, there's not much to do. For example, there's only one bar. Safety is top-notch. As far as I know, there's hardly any burglaries and there's an app group in almost every street or neighbourhood. It's also nice and clean.
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