Homes for sale in Slikkerveer, Ridderkerk
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in Slikkerveer. View prices, property types, and what residents say about living in this quiet Ridderkerk neighbourhood.
House prices in Slikkerveer: what do you pay for a home?
Slikkerveer is a buyer's district par excellence: 66% of the more than 4,100 homes are owner-occupied, the rest are rented out. The average WOZ value is €344,000, which is slightly higher than the municipal average of €331,000 for Ridderkerk. This difference reflects the relatively spacious housing stock and the predominantly ground-based character of the neighbourhood. Over the past twelve months, 111 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €463,988. The range runs from €267,500 to €1,495,000, indicating that Slikkerveer has both entry-level homes and larger detached houses. The average sold property has an area of 110 m². For the current supply and the average asking price at this moment, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
The housing stock largely consists of single-family homes in terraced and semi-detached houses, supplemented by a limited share of apartments. Those considering buying an apartment in Slikkerveer will find less choice than in the Centre of Ridderkerk, but the available apartments are generally in quieter surroundings. Social housing (27%) is mainly rental properties and therefore outside the buyer's market.
Living in Slikkerveer: village-like tranquillity on the edge of Rotterdam
Slikkerveer is located in the southwest of Ridderkerk, wedged between the Nieuwe Maas and the polder strips towards Barendrecht. The neighbourhood has a distinctly suburban character: quiet residential streets, plenty of greenery in the gardens, little hospitality or urban dynamism. Residents rate the neighbourhood on Buurtje.nl a 6.9 out of 10. Safety scores highest with a 7.9, while accessibility (6.3) and amenities (6.3) record the lower scores. One resident aptly describes it: "Slikkerveer feels like a quiet and green place with a village atmosphere, where it's nice to live, although I do notice that it's not always easy to reach from Rotterdam because there is no direct train connection." This lack of its own train station is the most frequently mentioned practical drawback. Residents rely on bus connections towards Ridderkerk station or Barendrecht station, from where Dordrecht can be reached in about ten minutes and Rotterdam Central in about twenty minutes. By car, the A15 and A16 are easily accessible via the Kilweg or the N915. More details about the neighbourhood, including all resident figures and reviews, can be found on the neighbourhood page of Slikkerveer.
Amenities are present but limited. In the neighbourhood itself you will find a local supermarket and a few small shops; for a full supermarket range (Albert Heijn, Lidl) you drive to the centre of Ridderkerk. Primary education is available in the neighbourhood, secondary schools are located elsewhere in the municipality. Sports club VV Slikkerveer offers football for all ages, and along the Riedijk there are walking opportunities along the water. Some residents miss activities for adults and note that the housing association Wooncompas shows little initiative to make the living environment more attractive. One resident writes that he tried to discuss this but that it remained a missed opportunity. That is honestly a recurring sentiment in the reviews. Those looking for a livelier neighbourhood can also consider Drievliet or West as alternatives within the municipality.
The population is relatively ageing: the largest group of residents is between 45 and 65 years old, and those aged 65 and over are also well represented. At the same time, many families with children live there. The average income of €37,800 is above the municipal average of €35,700, which partly explains the relatively high purchase prices. The neighbourhood is quiet, but not boring in a bad way. It's just not a neighbourhood where much happens on the street, and for some buyers that's exactly what they're looking for.
For whom is buying in Slikkerveer a good choice?
Slikkerveer mainly appeals to families and movers who want space, a garden, and some distance from the city. The average sale price of nearly €464,000 makes it not a starter neighbourhood, although at the lower end of the market homes have been sold from €267,500. When buying a home in Slikkerveer, keep in mind additional costs: transfer tax (2% for non-starters), notary fees and possible estate agent fees quickly add up to 5 to 6% on top of the purchase price. Those still orienting themselves or for whom buying a home is not financially feasible can also check the rental properties in Slikkerveer as an intermediate solution.
Searching for a home in Slikkerveer: how to use this page
At the top of this page you will find the current supply of homes for sale in Slikkerveer, including filters on price, area and energy label. Buurtje.nl adds resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you get to know not only the home but also the neighbourhood. Want to compare? Then also check the supply in Het Zand or Oost, or view all homes for sale in Ridderkerk in one overview. For municipal information about permits and zoning plans, you can visit the website of the municipality of Ridderkerk.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average purchase price of a house in Slikkerveer?
Over the past twelve months, a home in Slikkerveer sold for an average of €463,988. Prices ranged from €267,500 to €1,495,000, with an average living area of 110 m². The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €344,000, which is slightly above the municipal average of Ridderkerk.
What types of homes can you buy in Slikkerveer?
Slikkerveer consists mainly of single-family homes: terraced houses and semi-detached houses. Detached houses also occur but are less common. Those looking to buy an apartment in Slikkerveer have fewer options; the supply of apartments is limited compared to the centre of Ridderkerk.
How accessible is Slikkerveer for commuters?
Slikkerveer does not have its own train station. Residents rely on bus connections to Ridderkerk station or Barendrecht station. From Barendrecht, you can reach Dordrecht in about ten minutes and Rotterdam Central in twenty minutes. By car, the A15 and A16 are easily accessible via the Kilweg or the N915.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Slikkerveer?
In addition to the purchase price, as a buyer you pay transfer tax (2% for homes you occupy yourself, 0% if you are a first-time buyer under the exemption threshold), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possible estate agent fees. In total, expect 5 to 6% of the purchase price in additional costs. With an average sale price of nearly €464,000, that quickly adds up to more than €20,000.
Is Slikkerveer a suitable neighbourhood to buy a home as a family?
Slikkerveer is a quiet, green neighbourhood with many families and primary schools nearby. The neighbourhood scores a 7.3 on sense of community and a 7.9 on safety according to resident reviews. The lack of a train station and limited shopping facilities are practical disadvantages to consider. For more urban amenities, you need to go to the centre of Ridderkerk or Rotterdam.
Our housing association actually does nothing to make the neighbourhood more attractive. As an example where I live, the 4 seasons, the Lente gild to try to make it more attractive. I tried talking to the housing association about this, but missed opportunity. Too bad.
Auto-translated to English by AINo activities for adults. And certainly the housing association Wooncompas does nothing at all for us, in our complex where many elderly people live. Too bad.
Auto-translated to English by AIFor me, Slikkerveer feels like a quiet and green place with a village atmosphere, where it's nice to live, although I do notice that it's not always easy to reach from Rotterdam because there is no direct train connection.
Auto-translated to English by AIAbsolutely fine
Auto-translated to English by AIThey play badly and they act like 12-year-olds and we play 8 vs 8 and get a penalty against them, this is really stupid.
Auto-translated to English by AII don't always feel safe, cars drive too fast, don't indicate properly what they're going to do. E-steps and fatbikes drive too fast, don't look out. Rubbish is everywhere. Bins are overflowing. I regularly see cigarette butts and chewing gum on the street.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere's nothing to do and the neighbourhood is very Christian. As a result, nothing is open on Sundays. There is very little connection to Rotterdam and it easily takes over half an hour to get there, even though it's not that far away. There are a few secondary schools and primary schools in Ridderkerk, but for further education you would have to look outside the village. There is also occasional vandalism in the village (car mirrors smashed or bus shelters broken).
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