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Edelstenenbuurt, Alphen aan den Rijn
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Briljantstraat in Alphen aan den Rijn is one of the most affordable options in the Edelstenenbuurt. At €275,000, the asking price is 39% below the neighbourhood average of €451,250, making it a keen entry point into the local market. It is the cheapest of the 12 homes currently for sale in this area. The 80 m² floor area is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 116 m², and the energy label G means heating costs will be higher than in better-rated homes. For context, most of the homes for sale in the neighbourhood have a better energy label. See all apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn for comparison.
The Edelstenenbuurt is a residential area in the Zegersloot district, with a mix of flats and houses. Around half of the homes are owner-occupied, and a third are single-family homes. The population is diverse: about a third are over 45, a quarter are under 15, and there are many one-person households. The area has an urban feel, with an address density of 2,436 per km². No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a relatively low crime rate of 70 incidents per year. Learn more about the Edelstenenbuurt neighbourhood.
For daily shopping, you have a Hoogvliet and an Aldi just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn a five-minute walk away. There are several schools nearby: a secondary school (Scala College) is just 175 m away, and a primary school (Islamitische Basisschool An Noer) is 258 m from the door. A park or public garden is a couple of streets away, and a GP is within walking distance. The train station is 3.7 km away, so you would need a bike or bus for longer journeys. For more on the wider area, see 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 426, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
Data from Edelstenenbuurt
Data from Edelstenenbuurt
18 within 5 km
44 within 5 km
About Briljantstraat 426, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
The asking price of €275,000 is 39% below the average asking price in the Edelstenenbuurt (€451,250) and is the lowest among the 12 homes currently for sale. However, the floor area of 80 m² is 31% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 116 m², and the energy label G is poor compared to most other listings. The price reflects these factors and is in line with the market for a compact, energy-inefficient apartment.
The energy label is G, the lowest rating. This means the home has poor insulation and high heating costs can be expected. In the Edelstenenbuurt, most homes for sale have a better label: 16.7% have label A, 16.7% label B, and 58.3% label C. Only 8.3% have label D or lower. You should budget for higher energy bills compared to a more efficient home.
The floor area is 80 m², which is 31% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 116 m² for homes currently for sale. The year of construction is 1963.
The Edelstenenbuurt is a residential area with a mix of flats and houses, about half owner-occupied. It has an urban density (2,436 addresses per km²) and a diverse population: many one-person households, but also families with children. The crime rate is relatively low at 70 incidents per year. Amenities like supermarkets, schools, and a GP are within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 3.7 km away. This is not within walking distance for most people, but it is a short bike ride or bus trip.
There are several schools within walking distance. A secondary school (Scala College) is just 175 m away, and a primary school (Islamitische Basisschool An Noer) is 258 m away. Other primary schools within 1 km include Samenwerkingsschool Vivace (747 m) and PCB De Stromen (763 m).
Yes, there are several supermarkets within a short walk. A Hoogvliet and an Aldi are both 470 m away, and an Albert Heijn is 578 m away. A SPAR express is 641 m away. For daily groceries, you have plenty of options just around the corner.
In the past period, 18 homes were sold in the Edelstenenbuurt at an average price of €374,611. The average time on market was 50 days. The current asking price of €275,000 is significantly lower than the average sold price, but the apartment is also smaller and has a poor energy label, so direct comparison is difficult.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Edelstenenbuurt
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