Homes for sale in Warande-Oost, Bergen op Zoom

House prices and market figures for Warande-Oost, Bergen op Zoom

The owner-occupied market in Warande-Oost is relatively modest in size. Of the 1,572 homes in the neighbourhood, 38% are owner-occupied, with the rest being rented out, largely through housing associations (53%). This makes the supply of homes for sale limited but steady. Over the past twelve months, 16 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €370,312. The price range ran from €265,000 to €485,000, with an average living area of 111 m². This works out at a price of approximately €3,337 per m², which is a useful reference point when comparing homes. The average WOZ value in Warande-Oost is €256,000, slightly below the district average of Bergen op Zoom-Oost (€263,000) and clearly below the municipal average of €304,000. That difference indicates that Warande-Oost is on average more affordable than many other neighbourhoods in Bergen op Zoom. View the current supply and asking prices at the top of this page.

Living in Warande-Oost, Bergen op Zoom

Warande-Oost is a quiet, predominantly senior-oriented residential neighbourhood on the eastern side of Bergen op Zoom. The neighbourhood has a recognisable character: orderly streets, well-maintained homes and an atmosphere that residents themselves describe as cosy and welcoming. Resident W. Elsevier calls it a "spontaneous senior neighbourhood where it's pleasant to be, with everything nearby and friendly people around you." That picture matches the figures: the largest age group is 65-plus (over 1,000 of the 3,295 residents), and single-person households are the most common household type. The housing stock mainly consists of ground-floor terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s, with a modest number of apartments. The architecture is functional, not spectacular, but the homes are generally well-maintained and offer a tidy living environment.

In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood scores well. Daily shopping is easily accessible via the supermarkets on the edge of the neighbourhood and the nearby Westersingel shopping centre. For more extensive shopping, the city centre of Bergen op Zoom is within cycling distance. There are primary schools in the immediate vicinity and GP practices within a short distance. Green space in the neighbourhood itself is limited, which is also reflected in the resident score: greenery scores 6.6, the lowest sub-score. Resident Jos writes: "More greenery would be nice." If you value a green living environment, it is worth taking this into account. The adjacent Warande-West or Gageldonk-Oost could be an interesting alternative to compare in this respect.

Accessibility is a clear strong point, with a sub-score of 8.4. By car, the A4 and A58 are quickly reachable via the ring road. Bergen op Zoom railway station is about a ten-minute cycle away, with connections towards Roosendaal, Vlissingen and Antwerp. Bus services provide connections to the city centre and surrounding districts. Resident Jos sums it up succinctly: "Everything nearby and well accessible." On the neighbourhood main page of Warande-Oost you will find all resident reviews and neighbourhood data at a glance. One point of attention that emerges from the reviews is litter. Wim writes that outsiders leave rubbish in the bushes and that enforcement is lacking. That is honest feedback which shows that the neighbourhood could improve on this point, even though the overall assessment is positive.

Who is a home in Warande-Oost interesting for?

Warande-Oost is primarily a neighbourhood for people who appreciate peace, clarity and proximity to amenities. Seniors and empty nesters clearly feel at home here, given the composition of the population. But starters looking for an affordable entry point into a tidy, well-connected neighbourhood can also find something here: the lower end of the market starts around €265,000. Families with young children may find the neighbourhood less dynamic, but primary schools are present. The supply of homes for sale is limited, so if you are serious about buying in Warande-Oost, acting quickly is important. Would you like to explore the rental market first? Then check out the rental homes in Warande-Oost as an alternative.

What residents say about Warande-Oost

Warande-Oost receives an average score of 7.8 out of 10 from residents, based on five reviews. The highest sub-scores are for housing (8.6) and accessibility (8.4). Greenery scores the lowest (6.6). Wim Elsevier describes the neighbourhood as "friendly and welcoming, almost everyone politely says hello, how are you or everything okay." That sense of mutual involvement comes through in several reviews. Read all the reviews and sub-scores on the neighbourhood page of Warande-Oost.

Comparing homes for sale in and around Warande-Oost

Buurtje.nl bundles the current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources and combines it with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. Want to compare? Also check out the supply in Nieuw Borgvliet, Gageldonk-West or explore all homes for sale in Bergen op Zoom-Oost. For a broader picture of the city, you can also look at homes for sale in Bergen op Zoom as a whole. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Bergen op Zoom.