Homes for sale in Ulvenhout, Breda

House prices in Ulvenhout: well above the Breda average

Ulvenhout is a distinctly owner-occupied neighbourhood. Three-quarters of the more than 2,100 homes are owner-occupied, and this translates into prices that are significantly above the municipal average. The average WOZ value is €585,000, while the average for the municipality of Breda is €382,000. Over the past twelve months, 27 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €636,296 and an average living area of 134 m². The range runs from €275,000 to €1,265,000, indicating that alongside spacious detached homes, there are also smaller owner-occupied houses in this segment. The supply consists mainly of single-family homes and detached houses; buying an apartment in Ulvenhout is rare. For the current supply and the average asking price at this moment, scroll to the overview at the top of this page.

Ulvenhout: village tranquillity a quarter of an hour from Breda

Living in Ulvenhout feels different from living in the city. The village has its own centre with a recognisable village square, ribbon development along green lanes, and an atmosphere you won't find in the new-build neighbourhoods of Breda. Floris, a resident who describes the village as "a truly old-fashioned picturesque" place, sums it up well: many friends, good amenities, employment opportunities, and nature that is easily accessible. Everything you look for in a village, he says, you find here. On the neighbourhood page of Ulvenhout you can read all resident reviews and see the full neighbourhood data. The average resident score is 8.1 out of 10, with high sub-scores for education (9.0) and amenities (9.0).

That high score for amenities is not exaggerated. Ulvenhout has its own shopping centre on Dorpsstraat with a supermarket, a bakery, and several shops for daily groceries. For sports, there are local football and tennis clubs, and the surrounding countryside offers extensive walking and cycling routes towards the Mastbos and the Chaamse beken. Those living with children benefit from primary schools in the village itself and easily accessible secondary education in Breda. The countryside area of Ulvenhout borders directly on the village and offers even more greenery and detached buildings for those who truly seek space.

Accessibility is surprisingly good for a village of this size. By car, you can reach the centre of Breda via the A58 in about ten to fifteen minutes. Bus connections via Dorpsstraat link Ulvenhout with the centre of Breda, where Breda station offers direct intercity connections to Eindhoven, Rotterdam, and Antwerp. For daily commuters, that is a real advantage. The municipality is working on sustainable mobility in the region; more information can be found on the website of the municipality of Breda. Those who want to compare with other parts of the city can look at Breda south or Breda east, which offer a different type of living environment at generally lower prices.

For whom is buying in Ulvenhout a good choice?

Ulvenhout mainly attracts families and movers who seek space, tranquillity, and a village community without completely letting go of the city. First-time buyers find few affordable entry-level homes here; the average purchase price of over €636,000 and the limited time on the market of the supply make overbidding realistic. Besides the purchase price, factor in transfer tax (2% for owner-occupiers over 35), notary costs, and any renovation costs for older homes. Those who want to stretch their budget or seek flexibility can also look at rental homes in Ulvenhout or the housing market in Breda north.

Searching for an owner-occupied home in Ulvenhout and surroundings

Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also how the neighbourhood scores on safety, greenery, and community. Compare Ulvenhout with Breda centre, Breda south-east, or other neighbourhoods via the overview of all owner-occupied homes in Breda.