Centrum-Oost, Nissewaard
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Gorsstraat 26A sits in the heart of Spijkenisse, a stone's throw from the shops and restaurants of the city centre. Built in 2011 and boasting an A++ energy label, it's a home that keeps running costs low. At €276,000, the asking price is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €292,148, making it a keen option for buyers looking for a well-insulated, modern home. For context, apartments in Nissewaard typically command a similar price per square metre.
Centrum-Oost is a lively, urban area with a very high density of addresses, 2,871 per km², so you're never far from amenities. The population is diverse: many single-person households (540) and a significant number of residents aged 65 and over (545). It's a neighbourhood where you'll find a mix of ages, though families with children are less common (130 households). The area has a strong sense of community, with local shops and cafes just around the corner. One resident describes it as "convenient for everything, but can be busy at weekends." Another notes: "Lots of elderly people, but it's quiet and safe." Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood Centrum-Oost is appreciated for its practicality.
Your daily routine here is wonderfully simple. For groceries, Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and Dirk is just around the corner, perfect for a quick shop. For fresh bread in the morning, you're set. Families will find primary school Basisschool De Morgenster a couple of streets away, and secondary school Penta De Oude Maas is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Nissewaard offers a range of local services, with a GP and restaurants within a five-minute walk.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Toussaint Makelaardij.
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Gorsstraat 26A, Spijkenisse
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About Gorsstraat 26A, Spijkenisse
The asking price of €276,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €292,148 and the median of €279,000. Given the modern build (2011) and top energy label (A++), it represents good value compared to similar apartments in Centrum-Oost. The average price per square metre in the area is €5,706, and this home's price per m² works out at €5,308, so it's priced keenly.
The energy label is A++, the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with excellent insulation and likely a heat pump or solar panels. You can expect very low energy bills compared to older homes. In the neighbourhood, 72.7% of homes have an A+ label, so this is in line with the modern housing stock.
Albert Heijn is just 93 metres away, literally on your doorstep. Dirk is also very close at 99 metres. For a larger shop, Aldi and Lidl are about 900,1,000 metres away, a ten-minute walk. You won't need to carry heavy bags far.
Primary school Basisschool De Morgenster is 728 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. Secondary school Penta De Oude Maas is 796 metres away. Other options include cbs De Rank (954 m) and o.s.g. De Ring van Putten (962 m). All are within easy walking distance.
The nearest train station is 15 km away, so this is not a location for daily rail commuting. However, the area is very well served by bus routes, with stops within a few minutes' walk. The high address density (2,871 per km²) means frequent services.
The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 100, which is moderate for an urban area. Residents describe it as "quiet and safe" despite being busy. The mix of ages and high proportion of elderly residents contributes to a calm atmosphere.
Centrum-Oost has a relatively low number of households with children (130 out of 890 households). While there are schools nearby, the area is more popular with singles and older residents. If you're looking for a family-oriented neighbourhood, you might prefer other parts of Spijkenisse.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Centrum-Oost