
Arkel-Dorp, Molenlanden
This terraced house on Kastanjelaan in Arkel sits in a quiet, family-friendly part of the village. This listing does not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €319,000, the asking price is 16% below the neighbourhood average of €378,000, making it a keenly priced option compared to other terraced houses in Molenlanden.
Arkel-Dorp is a compact village neighbourhood with a mix of families and older residents. Around 79% of homes are single-family houses, and 58% are owner-occupied. The area feels green and spacious, with a park just over a kilometre away. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the low crime figures (57 total incidents) suggest a peaceful environment. For a closer look at the area, see the Arkel-Dorp neighbourhood.
For your morning bread, the Coop is just around the corner. A primary school, Brede School Lingewaard, is a five-minute walk away, making the school run easy. For secondary education, you'd head to Gilde Vakcollege Techniek or Lyceum Oudehoven, both a short drive away. The nearest GP is also within walking distance. The municipality of Molenlanden covers a wider area of villages and polders, ideal for cycling and outdoor life, read more about the municipality of Molenlanden.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Hofstede Makelaardij Meerkerk.
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Details of this home
About Kastanjelaan 13, Arkel
The asking price of €319,000 is 16% below the average asking price in Arkel-Dorp (€378,000) and also below the minimum asking price of €350,000 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. Given the floor area of 114 m², the price per m² works out at about €2,798, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €3,385 per m². So it appears priced.
Arkel-Dorp is a quiet village neighbourhood with a population of around 2,810. Most homes are single-family houses (79%) and owner-occupied (58%). The area has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents aged 45 and over. It's a green area with a park about 1 km away, and crime levels are low (57 total incidents). The train station is 1.4 km away, and daily amenities like a supermarket and GP are within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km from the home, which is about a 17-minute walk or a 5-minute cycle.
The closest primary school is Brede School Lingewaard, just 220 metres away, a short walk. Other primary options within a couple of kilometres include Basisschool De Wegwijzer (1.7 km) and OBS Den Beemd (1.7 km). For secondary education, Gilde Vakcollege Techniek (1.6 km) and Lyceum Oudehoven (1.9 km) are within cycling distance.
The nearest supermarket is Coop at 433 metres, easily walkable for daily shopping. Other supermarkets within a few kilometres include Nettorama (2.5 km), PLUS (2.7 km), Lidl (2.8 km), and Albert Heijn (3 km), all a short drive or cycle away.
The agent has published only the street and price for this home. As a result, the page focuses on the neighbourhood and street rather than the home's specific features.
The plot size is 69 m², but the listing does not mention a garden. A plot figure does not necessarily mean there is a garden, so it's best not to assume outdoor space. The home's outdoor area is not described in the listing.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €378,000 | €389,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,385 | – |
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €418,500 | €426,750 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,091 | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Great little neighbourhood, small cosy village. Lots of tourism in high season.
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone is always very cosy and caring for each other.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have been living here since February 2023. What stands out is the sense of community in the neighbourhood. A significant number of residents have lived here since it was built. They are open to new residents, who are each warmly welcomed with a flower or plant. There is also a neighbourhood app where useful things are shared. The village where this neighbourhood is located is fairly religious but not extreme. Sunday rest is still noticeably observed. People are not pushy with their faith towards non-believers; there is clearly mutual respect. In the village, it is normal to greet each other even if you don't know one another. This creates a relaxed atmosphere. There is also little to no crime, at least as far as we notice or hear. For the youth, a hangout spot has been set up outside the village centre, which is actually used. The village has a shopping gallery with a supermarket, bakery, butcher, hairdresser, florist, chemist, interior decorator, hairdresser, and family snack bar. There are also two restaurants, a Chinese takeaway, and a pizza/kebab shop. There is also a library and an active club life. There is also a GP out-of-hours centre/pharmacy/physio and fitness centre. The houses are almost all recently built, and the older buildings are either being replaced with new builds or renovated/restored. There are several Christian primary schools and one public primary school in the village. Within the village boundary there is enough green space, and due to the rural location around the village, there is a lot. In short, a wonderful place to live.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood contacts with the neighbours next door and behind, occasionally with others on the street and across the street. In most cases the front gardens look well-maintained. The shopping centre is easily accessible for daily needs, whether on foot, by bike or by car. For families with children, both primary schools are also easily accessible on foot.
Auto-translated to English by AIOur experiences with the neighbourhood are great! Very cosy and pleasant with each other
Auto-translated to English by AIThis is exactly what life in a village should be like. You know your neighbours. The neighbourhood is clean and safe. Nice walking environment and of course fantastic primary schools to go to. For amenities like a supermarket you don't have to go far either. Do you have to go further afield by public transport? Then I wish you good luck, because that is a real pain. Otherwise great :)
Auto-translated to English by AIRural safe environment, quiet neighbourhood. Lots of greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIA child-friendly neighbourhood. Residents are very self-centred though.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €657,177 | €590,386 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,206 | – |
| Rent price | €1,239 p/m | €1,239 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €14 p/m | – |
Kastanjelaan 13, Arkel
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