Homes for sale in Swifterbant, Dronten
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House prices in Swifterbant: what do you pay for a home in this polder village?
Swifterbant is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood. Over 72% of the approximately 2,620 homes are owner-occupied, which is significantly higher than in many other neighbourhoods. The average WOZ value is €316,000, slightly below the municipal average of Dronten (€337,000). This means that in Swifterbant you can enter the market relatively affordably compared to the rest of the municipality. However, actual transaction prices are higher: based on the 49 sales in the past twelve months, the average purchase price was €406,939, with a range of €275,000 to €650,000. On average, buyers purchased a home of 134 square metres. The supply mainly consists of single-family homes in terraced and semi-detached houses, supplemented by a limited number of detached houses and apartments. For current asking prices and available homes, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Swifterbant: a polder village with more character than you might expect
Swifterbant was built on a former sand ridge in the Flevopolder and thus has a very unique history. The village has a recognisable 1970s structure with spacious plots, plenty of greenery between the homes, and a clear layout into neighbourhoods. Residents appreciate that. On Buurtje.nl, the neighbourhood scores an 8.1 out of 10. Housing, beauty, and education even score an 8.5. A resident from the NA Hogendorf area describes it as follows: good contacts and lots of cosiness, partly thanks to the MFC (multifunctional centre) located on the ground floor of the apartment complex. This social cohesion is something you encounter more often in Swifterbant. On the Swifterbant neighbourhood page you will find all resident experiences and neighbourhood data together.
In terms of facilities, Swifterbant is reasonably self-sufficient for a village of this size. In the centre you will find a supermarket, a GP practice, a pharmacy, and a number of shops for daily groceries. The Centrum Swifterbant is compact but functional. For schools, there are several primary schools in the village, and the resident score for education (8.5) indicates that parents are satisfied with them. For sports, Swifterbant has football, tennis, and korfball clubs, and there are plenty of cycling and walking paths through the surrounding polder landscape. The Buitengebied Swifterbant neighbourhood offers an interesting option for lovers of space and nature on the edge of the village.
Accessibility scores an 8.0 among residents, and that is not an exaggeration. Swifterbant is located on the A6, making Lelystad reachable in about ten minutes and Amsterdam in about fifty minutes. There are bus lines towards Dronten and Lelystad, but a car is practically indispensable. Swifterbant does not have its own train station; the nearest station is Lelystad Centrum. Those considering buying in the municipality can also look at other neighbourhoods such as Dronten West or Dronten Noord, which are slightly closer to the city centre of Dronten. More about the municipality can be found on the page about Dronten or on the official municipal website of Dronten.
For which buyers is Swifterbant a good choice?
Swifterbant mainly attracts families and movers who are looking for space without the prices of a big city. The average transaction price of almost €407,000 does not make it a starter market, although at the lower end of the range (from €275,000) there are also more accessible homes. In addition to the purchase price, take into account additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-starters), notary fees, and possible estate agent fees. The supply in Swifterbant is limited, which can lead to competition for sought-after homes. Those still unsure whether buying is the right time can also look at the rental homes in Swifterbant as a temporary alternative.
Searching for a home to buy in Swifterbant: how to use this overview
On this page you will find the current supply of homes for sale in Swifterbant, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics from Buurtje.nl so that you do not rely solely on photos. Want to compare? Also check the supply in Dronten Midden or Dronten Zuid, or view all homes for sale in Dronten for a broader overview. Searching specifically by neighbourhood can be done via the links to, among others, the Bloemenbuurt or Oud-Swifterbant.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Swifterbant?
Based on the 49 transactions in the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Swifterbant was €406,939. The cheapest home sold for €275,000, the most expensive for €650,000. On average, buyers purchased a home of 134 square metres. The WOZ value of €316,000 is slightly below the municipal average of Dronten.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Swifterbant?
In addition to the purchase price, as a buyer you pay transfer tax: 2% for homes you will occupy yourself (first-time buyers under 35 with a home below the exemption threshold pay 0%). There are also notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly estate agent fees and valuation costs. Typically, expect 3 to 5% of the purchase price in additional costs.
What types of homes are for sale in Swifterbant?
Swifterbant consists largely of single-family homes, including terraced houses and semi-detached houses dating from the 1970s and 1980s. There are also detached homes available, particularly on larger plots in the village. Buying apartments in Swifterbant is possible but the supply is more limited; apartments are mainly located around the village centre. The average home size of 134 m² indicates that the supply is predominantly spacious.
How accessible is Swifterbant if you buy a home here?
Swifterbant is located directly on the A6, allowing you to reach Lelystad in about ten minutes and Amsterdam in about fifty minutes. There are bus connections towards Dronten and Lelystad, but in practice a car is almost essential. The nearest train station is Lelystad Centrum. Residents rate the accessibility at 8.0 on Buurtje.nl.
Are there good schools and facilities if I move to Swifterbant?
Yes, Swifterbant has several primary schools in the village, and residents give education a score of 8.5. For daily shopping, there is a supermarket and various shops in the village centre, supplemented by a GP practice and pharmacy. Sports clubs for football, tennis and korfball are present, and the surrounding polder landscape offers plenty of space for cycling and walking.
Good contacts and lots of fun with a community centre under the apartment
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful neighbourhood, lots of green and nice and quiet.
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