Bovenstad, Gorinchem
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Burgstraat sits in the oldest part of Gorinchem, where the streets are narrow and the buildings tell stories from centuries past. At 87 m² it offers a manageable floor plan, and with an energy label C it is reasonably efficient for a home built in 1915. The asking price of €395,000 is 24% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €516,667, which makes it a keen entry into the market for apartments in Gorinchem.
Bovenstad is the historic centre of Gorinchem, a compact neighbourhood with a mix of old and new. Around a third of the homes are single-family, and 42% are owner-occupied. The area has a strong urban feel, with an address density of 1,908 per km². Most households are singles or couples without children, and the average household size is 1.8. Incomes are around the national average. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures paint a picture of a lively, central area. The Bovenstad neighbourhood is known for its monumental buildings and the nearby harbour.
For your morning bread, SPAR is just around the corner, and Coop is a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Jenaplanschool Gorkum and obs De Tweemaster are both a couple of streets away. For secondary education, Fortes Lyceum is also a five-minute walk. A GP is on your doorstep, and the train station is a ten-minute walk. The nearest park is just around the corner, and restaurants are abundant in the centre. The municipality of Gorinchem offers a full range of amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Huispedia.
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Burgstraat 38, Gorinchem
Data from Bovenstad
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About Burgstraat 38, Gorinchem
The asking price of €395,000 is 24% below the average asking price in Bovenstad, which is €516,667. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €375,000, so this home is priced slightly above the median but well below the average. Given its central location and energy label C, the price appears keen compared to other listings in the area.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home built in 1915. A C label means the home is reasonably energy-efficient, but you can expect moderate heating costs. In the neighbourhood, 100% of homes with a known label have label A, so this home is less efficient than the local average.
The train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. Gorinchem station offers connections to Dordrecht and Utrecht, making it suitable for commuters.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Jenaplanschool Gorkum (493 m), obs De Tweemaster (515 m), and CBS De Tamboerijn (594 m). For secondary education, Fortes Lyceum is 542 m away. All are within a five- to ten-minute walk.
SPAR is 323 m away, just around the corner. Coop is 582 m, a five-minute walk. Nettorama, PLUS, and Albert Heijn are within 1.5 km, so daily shopping is convenient on foot or by bike.
Currently, there are 3 apartments for sale in Bovenstad, with prices ranging from €275,000 to €900,000. The average floor area of sold homes is 97 m², so this 87 m² apartment is slightly smaller than average.
In the most recent data, 66 crimes were recorded in Bovenstad. Given the central, urban character of the area, this is typical for a city centre. The neighbourhood has a mix of residents and a lively atmosphere.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Bovenstad
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