19 homes for sale in neighbourhood Sint Philipsland, Tholen

House prices in Sint Philipsland, Tholen

The owner-occupied market in Sint Philipsland is predominantly a homeowners' village: about 79% of homes are owner-occupied, compared to only 20% rental properties. This gives the neighbourhood a stable, independent character. The average WOZ value is €244,000, which is slightly below the average for the Sint Philipsland district (€260,000) and the municipality of Tholen (€260,000). That difference is limited, but can be relevant for buyers comparing multiple neighbourhoods.

Over the past twelve months, 23 homes were sold in Sint Philipsland, with an average purchase price of €343,087. The range runs from €169,500 to €550,000, indicating that both entry-level homes and larger detached houses come onto the market. With an average sold area of 125 m², this works out to an average price of around €2,745 per square metre. The supply mainly consists of ground-floor homes: terraced houses, semi-detached houses and detached houses. Apartments are scarce in this village. At the top of this page, view the current asking prices and selling times for the most recent market situation.

Living in Sint Philipsland, Tholen

Sint Philipsland is a true Zeeland island village, although it has been connected to the rest of Zeeland and North Brabant via the Philipsdam for decades. The village has over 2,100 inhabitants and a character you won't soon forget: quiet, green, surrounded by water and farmland, with a sense of community rarely found in larger places. The housing stock largely consists of homes from the 1960s to 1980s, supplemented by some newer plots on the edges of the village. Terraced houses and semi-detached houses form the backbone of the residential development, but detached houses with a large garden also occur regularly.

Facilities are on a village scale. The village has a primary school, a community centre and several local sports clubs, including a football club. For daily groceries, there is a small supermarket, but for a full range of shops you quickly drive to Sint-Maartensdijk or Tholen. The GP practice and a pharmacy are present, which for many residents, especially families with children and the elderly, is an important plus point. Around the village are walking and cycling routes along the Grevelingen and the Volkerak, which are widely used by residents.

Accessibility is a point you need to look at honestly as a buyer. Sint Philipsland has no train station and public transport is limited to a regional bus line towards Zierikzee and Tholen. By car, via the N257 and the Philipsdam, you can reach Bergen op Zoom in about 25 minutes and Goes in about 40 minutes. For commuters travelling to a larger city daily, this requires a car and a willingness to accept distance. Those who work from home or locally experience this as much less of a limitation.

Residents particularly appreciate the peace, space and sense of safety. On the Sint Philipsland neighbourhood page you can read what residents themselves write about life here. One resident describes it as: "You know your neighbours, the children play outside, and you don't have to look for peace, it's just there." Criticism usually focuses on the limited range of facilities and dependence on the car. Compared to Anna Jacobapolder, a smaller neighbourhood community in the same area, Sint Philipsland has more facilities and a slightly higher building density. The scattered houses around Sint Philipsland offer more space and rural character, but fewer direct neighbourhood contacts. For those seeking a balance between village life and some proximity to facilities, the village itself is a logical choice within the district.

Does a home for sale in Sint Philipsland suit you as a buyer?

Sint Philipsland mainly attracts families, the largest household group here, and people who consciously choose a quiet, rural living environment. The age group 25 to 45 is the largest, indicating an active village with young families. First-time buyers sometimes find an entry-level home under €200,000, but supply is limited and bidding wars on popular homes are common. Movers looking for more space can find options in the mid-range around the average of €343,000. Seniors wanting to downsize should be aware that there are few single-storey or small homes in the supply. Want to rent as an alternative or as an intermediate step? Then view the rental property supply in the municipality via the housing supply in Tholen for a broader picture of the market.

What residents say about Sint Philipsland

Residents generally give Sint Philipsland a positive rating. The highest scores are given for safety, greenery and liveability. Residents are less enthusiastic about the level of facilities and accessibility by public transport. One resident writes: "Sint Philipsland is exactly what it promises: a village where you can unwind and where people still look out for each other." Read all reviews and view the sub-scores per category on the full neighbourhood page of Sint Philipsland, where demographic data and district comparisons are also available.

Compare homes for sale in and around Sint Philipsland

Buurtje.nl brings together the housing supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood data you won't find in combination anywhere else. This way you can not only compare a home, but also assess the neighbourhood itself before planning a viewing. View the homes for sale in Sint Philipsland at district level, explore adjacent options in Sint-Maartensdijk or Scherpenisse, or broaden your search to all homes for sale in the municipality of Tholen. More background on the municipality can be found on the website of municipality of Tholen.