Edelstenenbuurt, Alphen aan den Rijn
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Briljantstraat sits in a well-kept 1969 block in the Edelstenenbuurt neighbourhood of Alphen aan den Rijn. With 84 m² of living space and a C energy label, it offers a solid, no-fuss home. The asking price of €290,000 is 36% below the neighbourhood average of €451,250, which makes it a keen entry point compared to other apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn.
The Edelstenenbuurt is a quiet residential area with a mix of flats and houses, built mostly between 1945 and 1990. Around half the homes are owner-occupied, and the streets are lined with green spaces, the nearest park is just a couple of streets away. The neighbourhood has a strong family feel, with many households with children and a good number of older residents too. There are no resident reviews available for this area, but the CBS data shows a balanced age spread and a low crime rate of 70 incidents per year. For more context, see the Edelstenenbuurt neighbourhood.
For your morning bread and groceries, Hoogvliet and Aldi are just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. Primary schools are close by: Islamitische Basisschool An Noer is on your doorstep, and PCB De Stromen is a ten-minute walk. Secondary education is even closer, Scala College's onderbouwlocatie is just a couple of streets away. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station 3.7 km away. For a broader view of the surroundings, check out the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Drieman Alphen aan den Rijn and Drieman Garantiemakelaars.
Details of this home
Briljantstraat 102, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
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About Briljantstraat 102, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
The asking price of €290,000 is 36% below the average asking price in the Edelstenenbuurt (€451,250) and also below the median of €407,500. However, this apartment is smaller than the neighbourhood average (84 m² vs 116 m²). Compared to recent sales in the area, which averaged €374,611, the price looks keen. It's a competitive listing in a market where homes typically sell within 50 days.
The apartment has an energy label C. This is a common label for homes built around 1969. It means the property has basic insulation and double glazing in some places, but heating costs will be moderate. In the Edelstenenbuurt, 58.3% of homes have label C, so this is typical for the area.
The Edelstenenbuurt is a family-friendly area with many households with children and a good number of parks nearby. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Islamitische Basisschool An Noer (134 m) and PCB De Stromen (590 m). Secondary education is also close by, with Scala College just 324 m away. The area has a low crime rate and a quiet, residential feel.
Hoogvliet and Aldi are both just 290 m away, so you can walk there in a few minutes. Albert Heijn is 403 m away, and there is a SPAR express at 811 m. For a larger selection, Lidl is 1.3 km away. Daily shopping is very convenient.
The nearest train station is 3.7 km from the apartment. That's about a 10-minute bike ride or a short bus trip.
This is an apartment with 84 m² of living space, built in 1969. The layout is not described, so you would need to view the property to see the room arrangement.
The listing does not mention a balcony, terrace, or garden. The plot size is not provided, so it's unclear if there is any private outdoor space.
The average price per m² for apartments in the Edelstenenbuurt is €3,751. This apartment works out to about €3,452 per m², which is slightly below the neighbourhood average. Compared to the wider municipality, this is a reasonably priced apartment for its size and location.
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