Westerlo

Westerlo is an expansive, green municipality in the heart of the Kempen immediately recognisable by the impressive Kasteel de Merode — the defining monument of the municipality for 700 years — and the accompanying castle avenue that forms a protected village view. The centre around the Boerenkrijgplein is lively with local hospitality venues, the renovated town hall, library and a strong range of schools including Sint-Lambertuscollege, primary school De Puzzel and multiple nursery schools. The five sub-municipalities — Tongerlo, Oevel, Zoerle-Parwijs, Heultje and Westerlo centre — give the municipality a varied and rural character with their own amenities. The Tongerlo Abbey (Norbertines) is a spiritual and cultural centre with a replica of Da Vinci's Last Supper. The Dessel-Turnhout-Schoten canal offers a popular cycling route.

The property market in Westerlo is affordable and remarkably diverse. From semi-detached houses around the Boerenkrijgplein to detached homes on plots of 800-1,500 m² in Tongerlo or Heultje — the supply appeals to a broad audience. The proximity of the Oevel industrial park (employment) and the Kempische Steenweg (N13) to Herentals and Geel also makes Westerlo attractive for dual-income households. The average property price is below the Kempen average, while plot sizes are well above average. De Steenboer follows the market in Westerlo closely and advises with the local knowledge needed to achieve the right result. We know the price differences between sub-municipalities and help you make the best choice.