Herenthout

Herenthout is a cosy, compact municipality between Herentals and Grobbendonk that residents affectionately call the 'hidden gem of the Kempen'. The village centre around the Sint-Pieter-en-Pauluskerk radiates warmth with its local bakery Peeters, brasserie De Valk, the village library and the annual Kermis Weekend in September that brings the entire municipality to its feet. The Netestraat and Lierseweg form the village's lifelines, with a mix of renovated terraced houses, semi-detached homes and new infill projects. The Sint-Pietersschool and the municipal primary school offer quality basic education. The sports hall on the Bouwelsesteenweg and the football complex of SK Herenthout are the beating heart of the local community life. Herenthout is small enough to know everyone, yet large enough for all daily amenities — from GP to pharmacy, from supermarket to childcare.

Property prices in Herenthout are noticeably below the average of neighbouring municipalities Herentals and Grobbendonk, making it particularly attractive for first-time buyers and young couples looking for their first home. The average price for a semi-detached house with garden is 15-20% lower than in Herentals, while the quality of living is comparable. The proximity to the E313 (Herentals-Oost exit, 4 km) and Herentals station just 5 minutes' drive away ensure smooth accessibility towards Antwerp (30 min) and Hasselt. De Steenboer knows the local dynamics of Herenthout and guides buyers and sellers with knowledge of every street — from the quiet residential areas around the sports park and the Molenstraat to the characterful houses along the village centre and the Netestraat. Building plots are still available here at reasonable prices.