Homes for sale in Rauwenhof, Tiel

House prices and market figures for Rauwenhof, Tiel

In Rauwenhof, 45% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, the rest is rental. With an average WOZ value of €301,000, the neighbourhood is noticeably below the municipal average of Tiel (€316,000) and also below the district average of Tiel-Noord (€339,000). This makes Rauwenhof one of the more affordable neighbourhoods in the municipality, although the sales results of the past year tell a slightly different story. Of the 16 homes that changed hands in the last twelve months, the average purchase price was €394,469. The range was wide: from €295,000 to €749,000. With an average living area of 111 m², this works out at a price per square metre of approximately €3,554. The higher transaction prices compared to the WOZ value indicate that buyers are willing to pay a premium. Supply is limited and offers are often made above the asking price. Check the current listings and the average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent situation.

Living in Rauwenhof, Tiel

Rauwenhof is an average residential neighbourhood in the northern part of Tiel, without grand pretensions but with its own character that you only notice after spending some time there. The neighbourhood consists mainly of post-war terraced houses and semi-detached houses, supplemented by some porch apartments. The buildings mainly date from the 1960s and 1970s, which means the homes often have spacious plots but also that renovations and energy-saving measures are regularly needed. With an average gas consumption of 940 m³ per year, energy use is on the high side, a point to consider if you are watching your energy bills.

The neighbourhood is multicultural and you notice this in the streets, at the baker's and at the school playground. Resident Anni describes it aptly: "It's a cosy neighbourhood and very multicultural." She adds that everyone knows each other and that Tiel as a whole is compact enough to have everything within walking distance. That is true: the Passewaaij shopping centre and the facilities around the Koornmarkt in the centre are within ten to fifteen minutes by bike. For daily groceries, you hardly need to leave Rauwenhof; there are supermarkets and small shops in the immediate vicinity. Anthony Smits confirms this in his review: "There is a shopping centre nearby and plenty of schools."

In terms of education, there are several primary schools in and around the neighbourhood, and secondary schools are easily accessible within Tiel. Accessibility scores highest in resident reviews (8.0). Tiel railway station is about ten minutes away by bike. From the station, you can travel towards Utrecht (approximately 45 minutes) or Geldermalsen with a connection. By car, you can quickly connect to the national road network via the N322 and A15 towards Arnhem, Nijmegen or Utrecht. Bus services run through the neighbourhood and connect Rauwenhof with the city centre and surrounding towns.

The community score (6.5) is the lowest sub-score, which fits the picture of a neighbourhood where people know each other but social cohesion is not always deep. Safety scores 7.0, which is acceptable for an urban neighbourhood but not exceptional. Green spaces are present in the form of small parks and street greenery, but a large park is lacking. Those looking for more greenery can look at Westroijen or Drumpt, two neighbourhoods in the same district with a quieter character. The neighbourhood Elzenpas borders it directly and has a similar housing supply. More context about the entire district can be found on the page for homes for sale in Tiel-Noord. All resident reviews and neighbourhood data are collected on the page for Rauwenhof.

Who is a home in Rauwenhof interesting for?

Rauwenhof mainly appeals to movers and families looking for an affordable home in a neighbourhood with good accessibility and sufficient daily amenities. The entry price from around €295,000 makes buying in Rauwenhof not impossible for starters either, although supply is limited and overbidding is not uncommon. Seniors can find apartments and ground-floor homes, but the supply of these varies greatly. Keep in mind that many homes date from the 1960s and 1970s and that energy labels are often mediocre, which affects monthly costs. If you are still unsure whether buying is the right step, you can also look at rental homes in Rauwenhof as an alternative. The municipality of Tiel has more information about housing policy and new construction plans in the region on tiel.nl.

What residents say about Rauwenhof

Based on resident reviews, Rauwenhof scores 7.3 out of 10. The highest sub-scores are for accessibility (8.0) and beauty (8.0), the lowest for community (6.5). Resident Anthony Smits writes: "Good neighbourhood. You can talk to everyone and the neighbours always listen, help is always there." That sense of mutual involvement comes through in both reviews, although the scores are modest. The overall score of 7.3 is solid but not outstanding, which is fair for a mixed urban neighbourhood. See all reviews on the neighbourhood main page for a complete picture.

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