Buying a home in West 1, Dongen.
West 1 in Dongen is where you'll find families and couples looking for a quiet residential neighborhood without feeling cut off from things. The homes are mostly 1970s and 1980s builds, well-maintained, with decent gardens. You're close enough to the center for shopping and schools, but far enough away that you're not in the thick of it. The neighborhood has little through-traffic and neighbors know each other; you notice it in how children play outside and people actually greet one another.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in West 1
Pros:
- Close to Dongen train station with direct trains to 's-Hertogenbosch and Tilburg
- Quiet residential area with many single-family homes and spacious plots
- Good schools nearby, including primary school De Wegwijzer
- Near Dongen town centre (shopping street, supermarkets) without being in the middle of it
Cons:
- Limited nightlife; you'll need to travel to 's-Hertogenbosch or Tilburg for dining and culture
- Poor pedestrian and cycling infrastructure towards the centre; you quickly become car-dependent
- Small supermarkets; larger shops require trips outside Dongen
- House prices are rising, but supply remains limited due to the municipality's size
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Dongen
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 22.20
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 552
- Residential burglary
- 35
- Theft
- 70
- Violence and threats
- 53
- Vandalism and public order
- 67
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through May 2026
What does West 1 offer?
Dongen gives you space and value: detached homes with gardens are still genuinely affordable here, and you get room to breathe without the pressure of bigger cities. It's a place where you actually know your neighbours, where the centre feels like a real community rather than a commuter zone. Schools and shops are close by, and you're minutes from Breda or the highway north.
Buying agent in West 1
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Housing market West 1
In Dongen, 63 homes sold this quarter, matching the previous quarter. The average transaction price rose to 509,000 euros, compared to 464,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter went from 3,905 euros to 4,015 euros. The average list price increased to 479,000 euros from 439,000 euros last quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is higher than last year, reflecting the overall growth in the real estate market.
Updated: May 2026
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