Homes for sale in Winschoten, Oldambt
View the current supply of homes for sale in Winschoten, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, and find a home that suits you.
What does a home in Winschoten cost?
The sales market in Winschoten is accessible compared to many other parts of the Netherlands. The average purchase price over the past year was €347,024, with a range from €105,000 to €895,000. This means there are opportunities for both first-time buyers and those moving up the property ladder. The WOZ value is €242,000, slightly below the average for the municipality of Oldambt (€254,000). Of the more than 9,400 homes in Winschoten, 58% are owner-occupied and 42% are rental properties, of which a quarter are owned by housing associations. You will find a mix of single-family homes, semi-detached houses, terraced houses and apartments. At the top of this page you can see the current listings with asking prices and selling times, so you can compare directly.
Living in Winschoten: daily life between forest and shopping centre
Winschoten is the largest town in Oldambt, and you can tell from the amenities. The centre has a compact but complete shopping area around the Oldambtplein, including an Albert Heijn, Aldi and Lidl. There are plenty of daily shopping options, although some newer neighbourhoods still lack their own supermarket. Resident H. Ploeger writes about this: "Nice new village with both detached homes, semi-detached, terraced houses and apartments. Living by the water. Lots of recreational opportunities. A supermarket is still missing." On the Winschoten neighbourhood page you can read all resident reviews and find the average score: 7.5 out of 10. Safety scores notably high at 8.4, although resident Mar notes that this varies per neighbourhood: in areas with a lot of social housing, it does not always feel safe according to her.
For families, the range of schools is a plus. There are several primary schools spread across the neighbourhoods and secondary schools such as the Dollard College. Resident Eva specifically mentions this: "A lot of thought has been given to the children and enough schools nearby." The Winschoterdiep and the Stadspark (called "the beautiful forest" by residents) offer greenery within walking distance, especially around Sint Vitusholt and the Lanengebied. In the centre you live close to all amenities, while Winschoten-Noord and the Bomenbuurt have more of a quiet residential neighbourhood feel with green spaces where children play.
In terms of accessibility, Winschoten has its own train station on the Groningen-Leer (Germany) line, with a travel time of about 40 minutes to Groningen Central. The N367 and N362 connect Winschoten to the A7 towards Groningen and the German border. Buses from Qbuzz run regularly to surrounding villages. More information about municipal plans and developments can be found on the website of the municipality of Oldambt. Those who prefer to look in a smaller village can also check the listings in Beerta or Finsterwolde, both a short drive away.
Is Winschoten right for you as a buyer?
With an average income of €29,900 and purchase prices from €105,000, buying a home in Winschoten is achievable for first-time buyers who are priced out elsewhere. Families benefit from the schools, the greenery and the relatively spacious homes (average 145 m²). Seniors will find everything within walking distance in the centre. Do keep in mind additional costs: transfer tax (2% for owner-occupation), notary and valuation costs. The labour participation rate is on the low side at 58%, so check your job prospects or willingness to commute to Groningen. If you are still undecided between buying and renting, you can also view the range of rental properties in Winschoten.
Searching for a home in Winschoten using neighbourhood scores and reviews
On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with real resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you choose not just a house but also the right neighbourhood. Also check homes for sale in the entire municipality of Oldambt or compare with nearby Nieuweschans and Drieborg to see where your wishes are best matched.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Winschoten?
The average purchase price in Winschoten over the past year was €347,024. Prices range from around €105,000 for an apartment to €895,000 for the most expensive homes. The average WOZ value is €242,000.
What costs are involved in buying a house in Winschoten?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay transfer tax (2% for owner-occupied properties), notary fees for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and valuation costs. Expect around 4-6% in additional costs on top of the purchase price. A structural survey is recommended for older homes.
Is buying an apartment in Winschoten an option for first-time buyers?
Yes, with entry-level prices from around €105,000, there are affordable apartments available. The average living space in Winschoten is 145 m², but apartments are more compact and cheaper. This makes buying a home in Winschoten realistic for first-time buyers.
How accessible is Winschoten?
Winschoten has its own train station with a direct connection to Groningen (about 40 minutes). Via the N367 and N362 you reach the A7 towards Groningen and the German border. Qbuzz buses run to surrounding villages and towns in Oldambt.
Are there good schools in Winschoten for families looking to live there?
Winschoten has several primary schools spread across the neighbourhoods and secondary schools such as Dollard College. Residents rate the education at 7.6 out of 10. Living in Winschoten is therefore a solid choice for families with school-age children.
I've been living in Winschoten-Noord for years and it's lovely here. There are many parks nearby for nice walks with the dog and the children. The amenities are also in good order: schools, supermarket and a good connection to both the centre and Blauwestad. A few more charging points could be installed, but we can't complain in this neighbourhood. I also always feel safe.
Auto-translated to English by AIIdeally situated. Everything close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is located on the main road and within a short distance of all shops and opposite the beautiful forest! That makes up for a lot!
Auto-translated to English by AISuper good safe community. Hygiene is taken seriously here and the municipality provides a lot of information. Education is good, many schools. Secondary and for children. More houses are being built all the time, but they do stay away from nature, so that's a given. Everything is also easily accessible and there are many supermarkets.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery good. Never had any problems, lots of consideration for the children and enough schools in the area. All the important supermarkets that are easily accessible and a nice shopping centre. The houses are safe and more are being built all the time.
Auto-translated to English by AINice new village with both detached houses, semi-detached houses, terraced houses and apartments. Nice peninsulas. Living by the water. Lots of recreational opportunities. A supermarket is still missing. And a nice pub.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn my neighbourhood there are mainly social housing units. I clearly see the difference between people with low incomes and those with average incomes. It doesn't always feel safe to walk on the street, and a football cage a few metres from my house doesn't help either. I have to cycle past it and I'm not always spoken to kindly. Nine times out of ten there are rough youngsters into hardcore and such. The houses in this neighbourhood don't look their best either. People often have a huge mess in their garden and house. We haven't been home for a while, so me saying this is hypocritical. But that's been sorted for a long time now. People always leave their dog poop lying around. Also, everyone knows each other. We don't have a relationship with our neighbours, mainly because they're just chavs. That's why they're not always very nice to us. Furthermore, the walls here are paper-thin. So you can always hear people talking in the other house. Not word for word, of course. You can also hear people climbing the stairs. The types of people walking around here are always the same. We have at least three drug dealers living in the courtyard. Every now and then we see a deal happening. Then strange cars drive onto the parking lot and they get in, just like on TV. The bins aren't safe either. We try to remove them from the road as soon as they've been emptied. We've had it before that our bin disappeared or that people throw their rubbish in it while it's by the road. As I type this, I realise where I live hahahaha.
Auto-translated to English by AIThis neighbourhood has green strips and several paths where children love to play. The neighbourhood is safe and is close to several schools and near a playground.
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