A ground-floor apartment with a story
This ground-floor apartment on Hendrick de Keyserlaan 18 sits in the Johannes Geradtswegbuurt, a residential pocket of Hilversum where the streets are quiet and the pace is easy. Built in 1928, it carries the character of its era, and with an energy label C you can expect moderate energy costs. The asking price of €319,000 is keen, sitting 52% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €665,233, and it is one of 15 homes currently for sale in this part of town. For context, apartments in Hilversum vary widely in price, so this one stands out for its entry-level position.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed at 75 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 99 m², so the two sources differ. The home has a front and back garden, double glazing, and a central heating boiler, and it is offered in full ownership. There is a homeowners' association fee of €350 per month, which is a fixed cost to factor in.
The Johannes Geradtswegbuurt
This is a neighbourhood where daily life unfolds on foot. A resident of the municipality of Hilversum, where these reviews come from, notes that "within a reasonable distance you have supermarkets or the train station," and another mentions it is "easily accessible from the motorway." Across the municipality, residents give an average score of 7.61 out of 10, based on 31 reviews. One resident describes the area as "busy but charming," while another says it is a "safe neighbourhood, occasionally some nuisance from young people." The neighbourhood itself counts about 2,165 residents, and most homes here were built before 1945, giving the streets a pre-war feel. For a closer look at the area, see the Johannes Geradtswegbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are never far: Jumbo is on your doorstep, and Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are both just around the corner. For school runs, Basisschool de Wilge is on your doorstep, and Da Costaschool is just around the corner, with Hilfertsheem College for secondary education a couple of streets away. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Keizer, is a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Rensing BV is a couple of streets away. Bus line 2 stops at Hilversum, Dr. P.J.H. Cuypersplein, just around the corner, and Hilversum Media Park train station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Hilversum, where the amenities are well spread out.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €340,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 6% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 50%, from €226,000 to €340,000. As for the address itself, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand, though this is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including ID Makelaars and ID WONINGMAKELAARS on Funda and Huispedia.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Hendrick de Keyserlaan 18, Hilversum
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €319,000 is 6% below the WOZ value of €340,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also 52% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €665,233, though this home is smaller than the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom, all on one floor. The living area is listed as 75 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 99 m². The home has a front and back garden, and it is offered in full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has double glazing, which helps with insulation, and a central heating boiler. The exact monthly costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The homeowners' association fee is €350 per month. This is a fixed cost that goes towards the maintenance of shared areas and the building. It is important to factor this into your monthly budget when considering this apartment.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1928, which is before 1970, but the low risk suggests no immediate concerns.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise level is 53 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the flood and heat stress risk?
The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of waterlogging during intense rainfall. Flood risk from rivers or the sea is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low currently but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not specific to this home.
What amenities are nearby?
Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, and Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are just around the corner. Basisschool de Wilge is on your doorstep, and Da Costaschool is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Keizer, a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Rensing BV is a couple of streets away. Bus line 2 stops nearby, and Hilversum Media Park train station is a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Johannes Geradtswegbuurt is a residential area with about 2,165 residents. Most homes were built before 1945, giving the streets a pre-war character. Residents of the municipality of Hilversum give an average score of 7.61 out of 10, with one noting it is "busy but charming" and another mentioning it is a "safe neighbourhood, occasionally some nuisance from young people."
