Anton de Graaf
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Bouwinvest Dutch Senior Living Impact Fund acquires private residential care complex De Sigarenfabriek in Hilversum
June 10, 2026
The Dutch Senior Living Impact Fund of Bouwinvest has signed an agreement for the acquisition of private residential care complex De Sigarenfabriek in Hilversum. The complex comprises over 70 private residential care studios and is fully let on a long-term basis to Stichting Hilverzorg. This marks the third investment of the fund, which was launched in 2025 and focuses on realising high-quality and sustainable residential care solutions for seniors with a care indication in the Netherlands. The vendor is SC Care II B.V., a joint venture between Scala Projects from Bussum and a private investor from Eindhoven.
With this acquisition, the fund takes a further step in building a diversified portfolio in senior living. Hilversum has strong demographic growth: the number of households aged 75 and over in the municipality is expected to increase by 82% between 2023 and 2043, well above the national average of 74%, making it a logical core region for the fund.
"Demand for sustainable private residential care for older people with a care indication is growing rapidly, but supply is lagging behind," said Maya Savelkoul, Fund Manager Dutch Senior Living Impact Fund at Bouwinvest. "Hilversum is a clear example of that. With De Sigarenfabriek, we are adding over 70 places where that need is greatest. In this way, we are building step by step towards a portfolio that contributes to the challenge the Netherlands is facing."
The complex is located at Ampèrestraat 10 in Hilversum and consists of a listed factory building dating from 1930, a white villa section and a new pavilion. The listed factory building from 1930 gives the complex a distinctive character and forms a recognisable landmark in the neighbourhood.
The residential care studios have an average floor area of approximately 30 m² and are intended for seniors with higher care needs, including dementia and somatic conditions. Stichting Hilverzorg provides residents with round-the-clock access to care. The complex also features 46 parking spaces, office space and communal living areas. Delivery to the fund is scheduled for mid-August 2026.
The complex is resilient to potential risks from the effects of climate change and complies with the CRREM 1.5-degree pathway for energy intensity. Following renovation, the property will meet the BREEAM In-Use 'Very Good' standard.
Bouwinvest was advised on this transaction by Houthoff (legal). The vendor was supported commercially by CBRE and advised legally by Rechstaete.
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