Buying a home in Fivelzigt, Delfzijl.
Fivelzigt is where you'll find families who've chosen to stay in Delfzijl, not just passing through. Most homes date from the seventies and eighties, well-maintained and reasonably priced. You're close to the water here, and the harbour gives the neighbourhood a working character, not a theme park feel. It's quiet but you're minutes from the centre or cycling routes along the Eems.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Fivelzigt
Pros:
- Direct access to the Eemshaven industrial area: modern business parks and employment without long commutes
- Quiet residential streets with many detached houses and spacious plots, no cramped terraced rows
- Close to the Peizerdiep and the Dollard: ideal for water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers
- Good road access via the N33 to Groningen (20 minutes) and Emmen
Cons:
- Limited shops and restaurants in the neighbourhood itself; most amenities in central Delfzijl (3-4 km away)
- Little to no public transport; a car is virtually essential
- Industrial noise from the port and shipyard can be noticeable, especially depending on wind direction
- Shrinking city: Delfzijl has been losing residents and employment for years
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Eemsdelta
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 12.58
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 19
- Residential burglary
- 4
- Theft
- 1
- Violence and threats
- 2
- Vandalism and public order
- 2
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 Fivelzigt offer?
Delfzijl is a working port town where you can actually see things happening. Most homes date from the 1950s through 1980s, solidly built and affordable, with plenty of family houses that have gardens. Your neighbours aren't just tourists or commuters—it's a real mix of people who work here, raise families, and get on with life. The harbour and shipyards give the place its character, and you have everything you need within reach, without needing to travel to a bigger city.
Buying agent in Fivelzigt
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Housing market Fivelzigt
In Delfzijl, the real estate market shows notable activity. Homes sold this quarter reached 52, compared to 41 last quarter. The average transaction price this quarter was 317,000 euros, compared to 305,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter went from 2,784 euros last quarter to 2,751 euros this quarter. The average list price this quarter was 297,000 euros, compared to 296,000 euros last quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is higher than last year, reflecting a positive trend in property valuations.
Updated: June 2026
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