Living in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen
If you choose to live in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, you don’t have to make any compromises! You enjoy space, freedom, tranquility, a high sense of security, and an excellent price-quality ratio. You can also enjoy vibrancy (whether in nearby cities or not) and an active (community) life!
Buying in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen
In Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, the average home costs less than in other regions. For the same money, you get on average three times as much space as in the rest of the Netherlands [about 6,800 m²] per person. You pay less and get more! On the website of the Vereniging Eigen Huis you can compare the Netherlands, Zeeland, and a municipality in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen.
Stichting Zeeuws&Vlaanderen helps you on your way from Flanders to Zeeuws-Vlaanderen! Anyone who wants to move from Flanders to Zeeuws-Vlaanderen can find all information and listings on the website of our partner Stichting Zeeuws&Vlaanderen.
Thanks to the unique location of Zeeuws-Vlaanderen between the Western Scheldt and Flanders, living here is truly special. You can live exactly as you wish: quietly and secluded, or more sociably with neighbors in a residential area in a village. Urban living in an apartment in the city center or in a shopping district is also possible here. You live just around the corner from beautiful Zeeland cities and lovely villages, and close to Belgium: in half an hour you can be in Bruges, Ghent, or Antwerp. And you live close to the water: from anywhere in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, you can reach the Western Scheldt or North Sea coast within 25 minutes. Head north to enjoy Zeeland’s waters, head south to enjoy the Flemish cities! And along the way, the Zeeuws-Vlaanderen landscape will keep surprising you!
Unique homes, unique places, and unique views—that’s what we’re known for! Space for your plans, no matter how big or small! Room to pioneer on your own square meters of land—how great is that!
We have no traffic jams
In Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, travel time is truly travel time: we don’t have traffic jams here. Everything is easily accessible. So we can say that in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, we have more time left for what really matters to us!
Facilities
We have a wide range of facilities. Think of good schools, plenty of cultural and sporting activities, and enjoyable events. There are hundreds of clubs and activities you can join as a participant or volunteer.
Lower house prices
In Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, you get more home for your money. Whether you buy or rent, there is space for your wishes! Are you looking for a house or apartment in the city? Would you rather live in a spacious house in a cozy village? Or are you looking for a home in the countryside or by the coast? The selection is very broad.
No traffic jams: more time for yourself, your family, and your friends!
Buying in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen
In Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, the average home costs less than in other regions. For the same money, you get on average three times as much space as in the rest of the Netherlands [about 6,800 m²] per person. You pay less and get more! On the website of the Vereniging Eigen Huis you can compare the Netherlands, Zeeland, and a municipality in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen.
Stichting Zeeuws&Vlaanderen helps you on your way from Flanders to Zeeuws-Vlaanderen! Anyone who wants to move from Flanders to Zeeuws-Vlaanderen can find all information and listings on the website of our partner Stichting Zeeuws&Vlaanderen.
Starter Loan
You have your eye on your first home, but your income is too low for a mortgage. Dream over? Not at all! To make buying your first home possible, you can apply for the Starter Loan. Starters on the housing market deserve a helping hand. That’s why the municipalities of Hulst, Sluis, and Terneuzen help starters finance a home with the Starter Loan. It’s an extra loan on top of your mortgage. You take out the loan with the Stimuleringsfonds Volkshuisvesting Nederlandse gemeenten (SVn). This is an independent, non-profit foundation that aims to make financing your first owner-occupied home possible. With the Starter Loan, you can responsibly buy your dream home after all. You take out the loan with the National Mortgage Guarantee (NHG), which gives extra security.
On the website of SVn you will find detailed information and conditions for the Starter Loan and the specific terms for the Starter Loan.
Is buying (still) not an option for you? Zeeuws-Vlaanderen has a great selection of (social) rental homes!
Our partners are happy to inform and help you in your search for your perfect spot in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen!
Frequently Asked Questions about Buying in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen
Find answers about buying a home in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen.
1. Why should I move to Zeeuws-Vlaanderen?
Living in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen means quality and time for yourself and each other! Zeeuws-Vlaanderen offers peace, space, and nature, combined with great clubs and events, welcoming villages and towns, and a favorable location near Belgium. Zeeuws-Vlaanderen is an ideal living environment for anyone who wants time and space for themselves or their family. Beaches and world cities are just around the corner! Homes are more affordable than in the Dutch Randstad or Flemish Diamond, and the quality of life here is high.
2. How do I find a home to buy in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen?
On the website of Stichting Zeeuws&Vlaanderen you will find homes for sale through affiliated real estate agents in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen. Of course, the supply of homes for sale is also known to local agents. On Funda you will find an overview of homes for sale. It is often worthwhile to contact an agent personally. Here in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, we welcome you with open arms!
3. Are there subsidies or schemes for first-time buyers in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen?
Absolutely! In Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, the municipalities offer the Starter Loan for young people / first-time buyers on the housing market. You can read more information on the page above. Prefer not to buy right away as a young person? Then check our Renting page for more information.
4. What is the average price of a home to buy in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen?
House prices vary by municipality/city/village, but are much lower than in most of the Netherlands. It’s no wonder we see more and more young people, young families, and seniors choosing to exchange their home in the Randstad for space in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen. Living in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen means living close to major cities, but for a much more attractive price!
5. Can I buy a home if I want to move from Belgium to Zeeuws-Vlaanderen?
Of course! Stichting Zeeuws&Vlaanderen specializes in relocations from Belgium to Zeeuws-Vlaanderen. In Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, we also have plenty of great jobs so you can work close to your new home! At the Grensinfopunt Scheldemond you can ask all your questions about moving/working from Belgium to the Netherlands.
6. What if I want to rent first before buying a home in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen?
That is certainly possible. Renting can be a good way to get to know the region before making a purchase decision. We are happy to put you in touch with landlords and housing associations.
