Homes for sale in Schoonhoven, Krimpenerwaard
View the current supply of homes for sale in Schoonhoven, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, and find a home that suits you.
What does a home in Schoonhoven cost?
The owner-occupied market in Schoonhoven is strong but slightly more accessible than the average in the municipality of Krimpenerwaard. The average WOZ value is €366,000, while the municipal average is €387,000. That sounds favourable, but actual transaction prices are significantly higher: in the past twelve months, 116 homes were sold for an average of €553,095. The range runs from around €250,000 for a compact apartment to €2,200,000 for the most expensive properties, with an average living area of 130 m². Over 61% of the housing stock of 5,888 homes is owner-occupied, the rest is rental (of which 29% is social housing). Want to see the current state of owner-occupied homes in Schoonhoven? Scroll to the overview at the top of this page for the latest asking prices and selling times.
Living in Schoonhoven: silver city with character and a tight market
Schoonhoven is known as the silver city, and you notice that as soon as you walk through the historic city centre. Narrow streets, monumental facades along the Lek and a compact core where everything is within walking distance. On the district page of Schoonhoven, residents rate the neighbourhood a 7.9 out of 10. Strikingly, amenities and accessibility both score a perfect 10, while housing scores only a 1. Resident Rori van Dijk sums it up aptly: "Lovely to live here. Everything you need is nearby, the houses and surroundings are beautiful. The only downside is that it's almost impossible to find a home." That tension between living quality and scarcity characterises Schoonhoven.
In terms of amenities, you're well catered for. In the centre you'll find an Albert Heijn and a Lidl for daily groceries, plus various specialist shops along the Haven and the Lopikerstraat. There are several primary schools, including De Waarden and CBS Het Anker, and for secondary education there is the Schoonhovens College. For sports, you can go to football club Schoonhoven, tennis club LTC and swimming pool De Wel. The green countryside along the Lek and the Vlist offers space for cycling and walking, something residents confirm with a 9 for green spaces. In Schoonhoven-Oude Stad you live right in the historic core, while Schoonhoven-Noord and Zevender offer more space with single-family homes from the 1970s and 1980s.
Accessibility is surprisingly good for a small town. Via the N210 and N228 you are within twenty minutes of the A27 towards Utrecht or Gorinchem. There is no train station, but bus line 195 (towards Gouda) and line 90 (towards Gorinchem and Dordrecht) run regularly. By car, you are in Gouda in a quarter of an hour and in about 35 minutes in Rotterdam or Utrecht. That makes Schoonhoven attractive for people who want peace and quiet but not to be cut off from the Randstad. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Krimpenerwaard.
Is Schoonhoven right for you as a buyer?
With an average disposable income of €36,500 and purchase prices averaging over half a million euros, buying a home in Schoonhoven is not feasible for everyone. First-time buyers with a smaller budget can look at buying an apartment in Schoonhoven or at neighbourhoods such as Schoonhoven-West, where prices are sometimes slightly lower. Families find spacious single-family homes with gardens in Zevender and Schoonhoven-Noord. Movers-up and seniors looking for character often choose the Oude Stad. Be prepared for overbidding and limited choice. In addition to the purchase price, also budget for 2% transfer tax, notary costs and possibly a structural survey. If you can't make it on the owner-occupied market, also check out rental homes in Schoonhoven as an alternative.
Searching for an owner-occupied home in Schoonhoven and surroundings
On Buurtje.nl you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district statistics, so you not only buy a home but also choose the right neighbourhood. Feel free to compare Schoonhoven with nearby districts such as Lekkerkerk, Bergambacht or Krimpen aan de Lek. This way you discover which place in Krimpenerwaard best suits your wishes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average purchase price of a home in Schoonhoven?
In the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Schoonhoven was €553,095. Prices vary widely: from around €250,000 for a smaller apartment to €2,200,000 for the most expensive properties. The average WOZ value is €366,000, which is slightly below the municipal average of €387,000.
What additional costs do I incur when buying a house in Schoonhoven?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay 2% transfer tax (for owner-occupation), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly valuation and advisory fees. A structural survey is recommended, especially for older homes in the historic centre. Expect around 4 to 6% in additional costs on top of the purchase price.
What types of homes for sale are available in Schoonhoven?
The supply consists of a mix of monumental properties in the Oude Stad, terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s in Noord and Zevender, and apartments spread across the district. The average living area of sold homes is 130 m². Detached houses are available but scarce and more expensive.
How is the accessibility if I live in Schoonhoven?
Schoonhoven does not have a train station but is well accessible by bus. Line 195 runs to Gouda and line 90 to Gorinchem and Dordrecht. By car, you can reach the A27 via the N210 and N228 within twenty minutes. Gouda can be reached in a quarter of an hour, Rotterdam and Utrecht in about 35 minutes.
Is buying an apartment in Schoonhoven an option for first-time buyers?
Yes, for first-time buyers, buying an apartment in Schoonhoven is often the most feasible entry point. The cheapest homes start at around €250,000. However, keep in mind that supply is limited and overbidding is common. Also consider the rental supply as an alternative if the purchase market proves too tight.
Lovely to live here. Everything you need is nearby, the houses and surroundings are beautiful. The only downside is that it's almost impossible to find a home.
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