Buying a home in Dammekant, Bodegraven.
Dammekant is a quiet residential neighborhood where you'll find families and couples who've chosen to stay put. Most homes date from the 1970s and 80s, well-maintained, and you get genuine space around your property. It sits right along the water, so you see boats passing and it feels less enclosed than many other areas. Bodegraven itself is small enough to feel manageable, but large enough that you have what you need nearby.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Dammekant
Pros:
- Direct access to the A12 motorway towards Utrecht and The Hague; you reach the highway in 20 minutes
- Lots of new construction with modern insulation and heat pumps; lower energy costs than older homes in the region
- Quiet, rural location with views of meadows; no through traffic
- Close to Reeuwijk lake for water sports and recreation
Cons:
- No train station in Bodegraven itself; nearest is Gouda (8 km), so a car is essential for commuting
- Limited shopping options; larger groceries are done in Gouda or Alphen aan den Rijn
- Little nightlife; no restaurants or cultural facilities in the immediate area
- Growing new construction is changing the character; heavy construction traffic and work ongoing for years to come
Living environment
Measurable environmental factors that affect comfort and health.
More registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Bodegraven-Reeuwijk
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 43.77
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 620
- Residential burglary
- 46
- Theft
- 101
- Violence and threats
- 43
- Vandalism and public order
- 45
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through April 2026
What does Dammekant offer?
Bodegraven is a village where your neighbours are actual neighbours, not just people in the same postcode. Most homes date from the 1930s through 1970s, with decent gardens and room to breathe. If you need to commute, you're well-placed: twenty minutes by train to Utrecht Central, with direct connections. The Nieuwkoopse Lakes are a short bike ride away, so water and open space aren't a promise in the brochure—they're genuinely there.
Buying agent in Dammekant
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Housing market Dammekant
In Bodegraven, the real estate market shows notable activity. Homes sold this quarter reached 74, compared to 64 last quarter. The average transaction price rose to 545,000 euros this quarter from 520,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter went from 4,662 euros to 4,752 euros. The average list price increased from 495,000 euros last quarter to 521,000 euros this quarter, with the average list price per square meter rising from 4,372 euros to 4,446 euros. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is higher than last year.
Updated: June 2026
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