Havenstraatbuurt, Hilversum
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Brinkweg sits in a lively part of Hilversum, with the station a ten-minute walk away and shops just around the corner. At 49 m² it's compact but well laid out, and the energy label C means reasonable running costs. The asking price of €310,000 is 35% below the neighbourhood average of €477,182, which makes it a keen entry point into the local market, especially compared to other apartments in Hilversum.
The Havenstraatbuurt is a dense, urban area with a mix of pre-war and modern housing. Around 40% of homes are owner-occupied, and the population skews young, many singles and couples under 45. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel, with a high address density and plenty of cafes and restaurants on your doorstep. There are no resident reviews available for this area, but the figures show a lively, central district. For more context, see the Havenstraatbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: Albert Heijn and Aldi are both just around the corner, and Dirk is a couple of streets away. For fresh bread or a quick coffee, the centre is a five-minute walk. Families have several primary schools within walking distance, including Violenschool (a five-minute walk) and Paulusschool (a couple of streets away). Secondary options like Gemeentelijk Gymnasium Hilversum are also nearby. The municipality of Hilversum maintains the public spaces and supports local amenities, find out more about the municipality of Hilversum.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Nest Makelaardij. The details are based on the information provided by the agent.
Details of this home
Brinkweg 20B, Hilversum
Data from Havenstraatbuurt
Data from Havenstraatbuurt
25 within 5 km
63 within 5 km
About Brinkweg 20B, Hilversum
The asking price of €310,000 is 35% below the neighbourhood average of €477,182, but the apartment is also 48% smaller than the average home in the area (49 m² vs 95 m²). Given the compact size and central location, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a small apartment in this part of Hilversum.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age (built in 1988). It means the property has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency, so energy bills should be moderate. In the neighbourhood, about 22% of homes have label C, while 35% have label A.
Hilversum station is 1.4 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. The station offers direct connections to Amsterdam, Utrecht and other cities.
The nearest supermarkets are Albert Heijn and Aldi, both about 350 metres away (a five-minute walk). Dirk is a bit further at 400 metres. For dining, there are restaurants within 200 metres. The city centre with its full range of shops is also within walking distance.
Primary schools within walking distance include Violenschool (457 m) and Paulusschool (548 m). For secondary education, Gemeentelijk Gymnasium Hilversum (484 m) and St. Aloysius College (674 m) are nearby.
Currently there are 22 apartments and houses for sale in the Havenstraatbuurt, with prices ranging from €250,000 to €1,150,000. The median asking price is €422,500, so this apartment is at the lower end of the market.
The neighbourhood recorded 69 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a central urban area. The area is generally considered safe, with a mix of residents and good street lighting.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Havenstraatbuurt