Buying a home in Buitengebied Molendijk, Schijndel.

You're looking at scattered farmhouses and modern villas spread across countryside rather than a suburban estate—the Buitengebied Molendijk keeps its rural character while staying 10 minutes from Schijndel's town centre. Here you'll find families who chose space over density, with generous plots and actual views of fields. The roads are quiet but not isolated; schools and shops are a short drive away, and you're well-positioned between 's-Hertogenbosch and Eindhoven. Don't expect corner shops or evening foot traffic—this is for people who want land, a driveway, and room to breathe.

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What to consider when buying in Buitengebied Molendijk

Pros:

  • Quiet rural setting with working farmland and open views; no urban sprawl pressing in from nearby
  • Direct access to cycling routes toward Veghel and Sint-Oedenrode without heavy traffic
  • Properties typically sit on larger plots than town center homes, common for older farmhouses and modern builds
  • Schools in Schijndel center are reachable by car or bike in under 10 minutes

Cons:

  • No direct public transport; nearest train station is Schijndel, 3–4 km away by car or long bike ride
  • Grocery shopping and services require a trip to Schijndel center or Veghel; no local shops in the area
  • Winter maintenance of rural roads can lag behind town streets
  • Social life revolves around a few local bars and the church; limited evening venues
  • Isolation appeals to some but feels isolating to others, especially without a car

Living environment

In line with other neighborhoods in Meierijstad

Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
35.86
Total registered (12 mo)
862
Residential burglary
37
Theft
228
Violence and threats
76
Vandalism and public order
57

Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.

Source: Police/CBS· Figures through August 2026

Finding a home in Schijndel

Choose homes in Schijndel that suit your needs and compare listings on practical points such as living area, layout and condition. Look at recent sales of similar homes to help put a property in context, remembering that recorded prices are median prices for those sales.

Asking prices and sale prices in Schijndel

Check how the asking price compares with recent sales of similar homes in Schijndel. The median sale price for the previous full quarter is not available here, so focus on individual recorded sales with comparable characteristics rather than the area’s median.

The wider housing market in Schijndel

Buying a home in Schijndel? The median sale price for the previous full quarter was around € 498,000. Compare a home’s living area, condition and other characteristics with similar homes before making your choice.

Updated: September 2026

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