Schoonhoven-Oude Stad, Krimpenerwaard
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Appelstraat 2C sits in the historic centre, where cobbled streets and the river Vlist give the area a timeless feel. At 108 m² and with energy label C, it's a solid home that combines pre-war character with modern comfort. The asking price of €389,000 is notably keen, 32% below the neighbourhood average of €569,565, making it a rare find compared to other apartments in Krimpenerwaard.
This is a neighbourhood that residents describe as 'Old but gold': "Lovely to live here. Everything you need is nearby, the houses and surroundings are beautiful. The only downside is that it's almost impossible to find a home." Based on that single review, the area scores 7.88 out of 10. It's a mixed community with many singles and older residents, and a high proportion of pre-war homes. The neighbourhood Schoonhoven-Oude Stad has a strong sense of history and a compact, walkable layout.
For your morning bread, SPAR is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. Two primary schools, RK basisschool de Krullevaar and obs Koningin Emma, are both within a couple of streets away, making the school run easy. The municipality Krimpenerwaard offers a mix of river landscapes and small-town amenities, with Schoonhoven's centre providing restaurants, a library and a park all within a ten-minute walk.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Van Egmond Makelaardij and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels. The price and details are current as of the listing date.
Details of this home
Appelstraat 2C, Schoonhoven
Good · 1 resident
Lovely to live here. Everything you need is nearby, the houses and surroundings are beautiful. The only downside is that it's almost impossible to find a home.
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About Appelstraat 2C, Schoonhoven
Yes, it's priced well below the neighbourhood average. The average asking price in Schoonhoven-Oude Stad is €569,565, and the median is €509,500. At €389,000, this apartment is 32% lower than the average, which is a significant difference. However, the home is 108 m², while the average apartment in the area is 131 m², so the price per square metre is about €3,602, still below the neighbourhood average of €4,961 per m².
Schoonhoven-Oude Stad is the historic centre of Schoonhoven, with beautiful old buildings and a lively atmosphere. One resident calls it 'Old but gold', praising the nearby amenities and surroundings, though noting that finding a home here is tough. The area has a mix of ages, with many singles and older residents, and a high proportion of pre-war housing. It's moderately urban, with an address density of 1,349 per km².
The nearest train station is 13.2 km away, so this home is not ideal for daily commuting by rail. You would likely need a car or bus for longer journeys. The area is better suited to those who work locally or can drive.
There are several schools within walking distance. The closest primary schools are RK basisschool de Krullevaar (262 m) and obs Koningin Emma (294 m). For secondary education, Schoonhovens College has two locations: one at 795 m and another at 1,090 m. All are within a ten-minute walk or short cycle.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. It means the property is reasonably efficient but not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy costs. In the neighbourhood, 37.8% of homes have label A+ or better, while 32.4% are D or lower, so this home sits in the middle range.
The listing does not specify the number of bedrooms, but with 108 m² of floor space, it is likely a two-bedroom apartment. The layout is not described in detail, so you would need to view the property to confirm the room configuration.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. Given that it's an apartment in the historic centre, outdoor space is unlikely but not impossible.
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