Cothen, Wijk bij Duurstede
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Dorpsstraat 32B sits in the middle of Cothen, a village with a friendly, unhurried feel. The 84 m² home was built in 1960 and has an energy label C, so heating costs are moderate. At €485,000, the asking price is 16% below the neighbourhood average of €575,125, making it a keen entry into the local market. For context, apartments in Wijk bij Duurstede typically sell for around €5790 per m².
Cothen is a small village with about 2,885 residents, and the atmosphere is cosy, one resident describes it simply as 'Top' and 'Cosy'. The neighbourhood is a mix of families and older residents, with many households having children. Most homes are owner-occupied (71%), and the area feels settled and well cared for. The village has a local supermarket, a GP, and a primary school all within a few minutes' walk, so daily errands are easy. For a broader picture, the municipality of Wijk bij Duurstede covers several such villages with a similar character.
Your morning routine could start with a walk to SPAR, just around the corner, for fresh bread. For a bigger shop, Jumbo is about 2.5 km away. Children can walk to OBS De Toermalijn or Katholieke Brede School Carolus, both primary schools are on your doorstep. Secondary school pupils travel to Revius Wijk bij Duurstede, about 2.4 km away. The village also has a library and a park within a five-minute walk, so there's plenty of green space to enjoy.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including De Gier Makelaars B.V. and De Gier Makelaars B.V..
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Dorpsstraat 32B, Cothen
Excellent · 1 resident
Cosy
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About Dorpsstraat 32B, Cothen
The asking price of €485,000 is 16% below the average asking price in Cothen (€575,125), so it is on the keen side. However, the floor area of 84 m² is 30% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 120 m², so the price per m² is roughly in line with the local market. Given the village location and the home's energy label C, it represents a reasonable entry point.
Cothen is a quiet village with a strong sense of community. One resident calls it 'cosy' and rates it 9.25 out of 10. The population is around 2,885, with a mix of families and older residents. Most homes are owner-occupied, and the area has low urbanity (level 5), meaning it feels rural and peaceful. Amenities like a supermarket, GP, and primary school are within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 10 km away, so this home is best suited for those who drive or cycle to a station. The village is well connected by road, but public transport options are limited. For daily commuting, a car or bicycle is practical.
Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: OBS De Toermalijn (361 metres) and Katholieke Brede School Carolus (392 metres). For secondary education, Revius Wijk bij Duurstede is about 2.4 km away, which is a 30-minute walk or a short cycle. The area is family-friendly with good school options nearby.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a property built in 1960. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not as modern as newer builds. Heating costs will be moderate, and you may want to consider improvements like better insulation or double glazing to improve efficiency over time.
The asking price of €485,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €575,125 and the median of €587,000. However, the floor area is smaller than average (84 m² vs 120 m²). The price per m² works out to about €5,774, which is close to the neighbourhood average of €5,790 per m², so it is in line with the market.
The nearest supermarket is SPAR, just 131 metres away, perfect for daily groceries. For a wider selection, Jumbo is about 2.5 km away and Albert Heijn about 2.7 km. Both are a short drive or cycle. There are eight supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of choice.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Cothen