Driften-Noord, Nieuwegein
NeighbourhoodThis first-floor apartment on Agaatdrift sits in a quiet part of Nieuwegein, with a park just a couple of streets away. At 97 m² and with energy label C, it's a solid home that feels spacious. The asking price of €400,000 is in line with what other apartments in Nieuwegein go for.
The neighbourhood Driften-Noord is a mixed, older neighbourhood where most homes are single-family houses. Based on three reviews, opinions vary: one resident calls it "good living in a somewhat older neighbourhood" with reasonable neighbour contact and sufficient social control. Another is less positive, pointing to poorly maintained municipal gardens, crooked street paving, and issues with bulky waste collection. A third simply says "All other cultures", a short, negative comment. The area is very urban, with a high density of addresses.
For daily shopping, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Boon's Markt and Albert Heijn are a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools nearby: De Meander, Prinses Margrietschool, and Beatrixschool are all within a few streets. The municipality Nieuwegein has a park or public garden on your doorstep, and a restaurant is just around the corner. The train station is 7.5 km away, so you'd rely on a car or bus for longer journeys.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Van Overbeek Amsterdam Garantiemakelaars and also appears on Funda.
Details of this home
Agaatdrift 36, Nieuwegein
Mediocre · 3 residents
All other cultures
Auto-translated to English by AII've been living here for almost 3 years now and have reasonable contact with the neighbours. I have no trouble with crime or feelings of insecurity. There is sufficient social control, but not to the point where it bothers you. The houses could use some renovation, but they are busy making them more sustainable.
Auto-translated to English by AIPoorly maintained municipal gardens/shrubs. Street paving stones, which have been renewed for half of a street. And the other part has simply remained the same. After 4 years, I don't see any change coming that will fix that street. Very annoying that the last part is easily accessible because it has been renewed, while the beginning part is as crooked as can be. Postboxes disappear. Street lamps are as crooked as can be, or don't work. Bulky waste is not collected on time despite an appointment and money being paid to pick up that rubbish. Underground containers are often jammed. So you have to walk with your rubbish bags to the other side of the street! Cars cannot access the street itself. Very handy (ahem) for ambulances, etc.
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About Agaatdrift 36, Nieuwegein
At 97 m² with energy label C, the price of €400,000 is in line with what other apartments in Nieuwegein are selling for. The neighbourhood is very urban and has a mix of opinions from residents, but the home itself is a good size for the money.
Driften-Noord is an older, mixed neighbourhood where most homes are single-family houses. Residents have mixed views: some appreciate the social control and quiet atmosphere, while others complain about maintenance of public spaces and street paving. It's a very urban area with a high density of addresses.
Jumbo is just around the corner at about 300 metres. Boon's Markt and Albert Heijn are within a five-minute walk, so daily shopping is very convenient.
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance: De Meander, Prinses Margrietschool, and Beatrixschool are all less than 500 metres away. Secondary schools are about 2.2 km away.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age (1976). It means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier, so you can expect moderate energy costs.
The listing does not mention a garden or terrace. The apartment is on the first floor, so outdoor space is not included in the description.
The nearest train station is 7.5 km away, so it's not within walking distance. You would need a car or bus for train travel.
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