Homes for sale in Oranjewijk en Dorsveld, Meierijstad

House prices and market figures for Oranjewijk and Dorsveld, Meierijstad

The owner-occupied market in Oranjewijk and Dorsveld is modest in size but certainly not uninteresting. Of the 643 homes in the neighbourhood, about 40% are owner-occupied, while 59% are rented, a large proportion of which through a housing association (45%). This gives the neighbourhood a mixed character: homeowners live here alongside tenants, which determines the social mix.

The average WOZ value is €332,000. That is noticeably lower than the average for the district Veghel (€377,000) and well below the municipal average of Meierijstad (€405,000). On paper that sounds attractive, but the actual transaction prices are much higher: over the past twelve months, 8 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €517,250. The range ran from €359,000 to €650,000, with an average living area of 145 m². That works out at a price of around €3,567 per square metre. Supply is limited, so when something becomes available, quick action is required. For current asking prices and available homes, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Oranjewijk and Dorsveld, Meierijstad

Oranjewijk and Dorsveld is an average residential neighbourhood on the edge of Veghel, without great allure but also without major problems. The neighbourhood consists largely of terraced houses and semi-detached houses built in the 1970s and 1980s, supplemented by some newer infill. The streets are quiet, the gardens well-maintained and the atmosphere down-to-earth and ordinary. Not the neighbourhood you come to for architecture or urban life, but the neighbourhood where you can live undisturbed.

Oranjewijk is not named for nothing: streets such as Wilhelminastraat and Beatrixstraat give the neighbourhood a recognisable pattern. Dorsveld borders it and has a slightly greener appearance with a bit more space between the houses. Together they form a compact residential area of just over 1,300 residents. The largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old, giving the neighbourhood an active but not exuberant character. There are also families with children (255 residents under 15) and a fair number of single-person households (260).

In terms of amenities, in Oranjewijk and Dorsveld you rely on the centre of Veghel, which is within cycling distance. There you will find supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo, the De Burcht shopping centre, primary schools and sports clubs. There are no large shops in the neighbourhood itself, but basic necessities are quickly accessible. Children can attend primary schools in the immediate vicinity of Veghel, and for secondary education, Zwijsen College in Veghel is the most obvious option.

Accessibility is a strong point. Veghel has its own train station with connections to Den Bosch and Eindhoven. By car, you can quickly reach the motorway via the A50, which connects the region well with the rest of North Brabant. Bus services run via the centre of Veghel. By bike, the city centre is reachable in about ten minutes.

Residents appreciate the peace and central location. On the neighbourhood main page of Oranjewijk and Dorsveld you can read what residents themselves say about living here, including scores per category such as safety, greenery and amenities. One resident described the neighbourhood as: "Just a nice, quiet place to live. Not spectacular, but everything is close by and the neighbours know each other." That typifies the atmosphere well. Criticisms more often concern the limited parking space in some places and the lack of play areas directly in the neighbourhood.

Compared to neighbouring communities such as Bloemenwijk or Amert en Binnenveld, Oranjewijk and Dorsveld has a somewhat older housing stock and a slightly lower average income level (€31,500 compared to €36,700 in the Veghel district). This translates into lower WOZ values, but the selling prices show that the market here also has its own dynamics.

Who is a home in Oranjewijk and Dorsveld interesting for?

The neighbourhood mainly appeals to movers looking for a larger home in a quiet environment, without having to pay the highest prices in the municipality. Families looking for a terraced or semi-detached house with a garden and a good connection to work in Den Bosch or Eindhoven will find what they are looking for here. First-time buyers can also find something here in principle, but the average selling price of over €517,000 makes that difficult without substantial equity or existing property. Moreover, supply is limited: only a handful of homes are sold per year, so overbidding is realistic. Those who want more flexibility or are still undecided can also look at rental homes in Oranjewijk and Dorsveld as an intermediate solution.

What residents say about Oranjewijk and Dorsveld

Residents generally give the neighbourhood a positive rating, with an emphasis on the quiet living atmosphere and the accessibility of amenities in Veghel. One resident wrote: "You just live here pleasantly. The neighbourhood is clear, the people are friendly and the centre of Veghel is easily reached." Residents are less enthusiastic about parking and the lack of play areas for children directly in the neighbourhood. View all reviews and partial scores on the page of Oranjewijk and Dorsveld with all neighbourhood data and resident reviews.

Comparing homes for sale in and around Oranjewijk and Dorsveld

Via Buurtje.nl you search not only by home but also by neighbourhood. With resident reviews, demographic data and market figures side by side, you get a fair picture before planning a viewing. The housing supply is compiled from more than 1,500 sources. Want to look more broadly? Then compare with 't Ven Oost or 't Ven West in the same district, view the full supply within the Veghel district, or explore other cores such as Schijndel and Sint-Oedenrode. For municipality-wide information and policy, you can also visit the website of Meierijstad municipality. The total supply of homes for sale in Meierijstad provides a good overview of what the municipality as a whole has to offer.