House prices rose again in the first quarter of 2026. Nationwide, existing owner-occupied homes were on average 5.2% more expensive than a year earlier. At the same time, there are major differences between municipalities. We also see varying developments in the Eindhoven region. Prices in Eindhoven rose by 4.2%, while Son en Breugel recorded an increase of 14.7%. For buyers and sellers, it is therefore important not to look only at national figures, but especially at the local housing market.

House prices higher in almost all of the Netherlands

In almost all Dutch municipalities, prices of existing owner-occupied homes were higher than a year earlier. Only in Gulpen-Wittem was there a slight decline.

The largest increase was recorded in Oost Gelre, where homes were on average 20.5% more expensive. This was followed by Ooststellingwerf at 19.3%, Pekela at 16.9% and Reusel-De Mierden at 16.5%. The national average was considerably lower at 5.2%.

The figures once again show that there is actually no single Dutch housing market. Developments can differ significantly from one municipality to another.

What is happening in Eindhoven and the surrounding area?

For OZQUR Makelaardij, the developments in Eindhoven and the surrounding municipalities are particularly relevant.

In Eindhoven, house prices rose by 4.2% compared with a year earlier. In Helmond, the increase was stronger at 7.2%. Best recorded 6.4% and Geldrop-Mierlo 3.8%.

There are also major differences within the immediate surrounding area. In Son en Breugel, prices rose by 14.7%, while Veldhoven showed a much more moderate price increase of 1.9%. Waalre stood out with an increase of 10.3%.

This clearly shows why one national percentage says little about the value development of a specific property.

Many municipalities reach record price levels again

After the strong price increases up to 2022, house prices temporarily declined in 2023. From 2024 onwards, prices started rising again. By now, homes in many municipalities have once again reached record levels.

For homeowners, this can be positive, but for buyers it means that affordability remains an important point of attention.

How does OZQUR Makelaardij view this?

At OZQUR Makelaardij, we deliberately look beyond national averages. A 5.2% increase in the Netherlands does not mean that every property has automatically become 5.2% more valuable.

For an accurate valuation, we look at recent sales of comparable properties, the neighbourhood, property type, level of maintenance and current demand. Especially in the Eindhoven region, where municipalities show such significant differences, local market knowledge is important.

For buyers, this means that a well-founded offer is more important than simply bidding a certain percentage above the asking price. For sellers, a realistic valuation helps determine the right asking price and sales strategy.

At OZQUR Makelaardij, we help you reach your dream home in 5 steps

01 — Getting acquainted & identifying your housing wishes
We start with you. We get to know you, build trust and clearly identify your housing wishes and most important criteria.

→ Understand first, then search.

02 — Determining your budget & possibilities
Together with the buying agent and financial advisor, we determine your mortgage possibilities, budget and ideal search range.

→ Know what is possible before we start searching.

03 — Viewing together
You focus on how the property feels. We take a critical look at the technical condition, location, possibilities and points of attention.

→ You decide whether it feels like home. We look at the rest.

04 — Determining the value & bidding smartly
We analyse comparable properties that have been sold, discuss the property with the selling agent and assess the expected appraisal value. We then determine the bidding strategy together and submit the offer.

→ Not just bidding, but making a well-founded offer.

05 — From accepted offer to the notary
Offer accepted? We then review the documents and purchase agreement, monitor all important deadlines and guide the entire process through to the notary.

→ We stay in control until you receive the keys.

Yucel Samanci
Buying and selling agent at OZQUR Makelaardij, specialised in purchasing strategy, negotiations and assisting Dutch, Turkish and expat clients.
(21 May 2026)