Houttuin 28
Centrum, Hillegom
AreaA bright upper apartment in the heart of Hillegom
This upper apartment sits on a quiet road in the centre of Hillegom, a sheltered spot that still puts you right in the middle of things. Built in 1982, the home spans two floors and offers a comfortable layout with four rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The asking price of €495,000 is in line with the market, based on the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For a sense of what else is available, you can compare with other apartments in Hillegom.
A practical layout with a balcony
Inside, the apartment offers around 90 square metres of living space, with the agent listing 90 m² and the BAG registration recording 91 m². The home is on the second floor and comes with a balcony, double glazing and block heating. It is a full ownership property, so there is no leasehold to consider. The agent describes the setting as a quiet road with a sheltered position in the centre, which gives the home a calm feel despite its central location.
Life in the Centrum neighbourhood
Hillegom's Centrum is a compact neighbourhood with roughly 1,545 residents, and a large share of them live alone. The reviews here come from residents across the municipality of Hillegom rather than this specific neighbourhood, and they give an average score of 8.66 based on five reviews. One resident describes it as "a warm neighbourhood where social control is highly valued," while another mentions a "busy through road, people keep to themselves." The mix of impressions reflects a place with both community spirit and the bustle of a main road. For more on the area, have a look at the Centrum neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
Everyday errands are easy from here. The Aldi is practically on your doorstep, with Albert Heijn just around the corner and Dekamarkt a couple of streets away. The Johannesschool primary school is a five-minute walk, and Fioretti College Hillegom for secondary education is also within walking distance. The GP practice Huisartsen Hillegom Centrum and BENU Apotheek are both just around the corner. Bus line 22 stops at Hillegom, Centrum, a five-minute walk away, and Hillegom train station is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Hillegom itself is a pleasant place to live, as you can see from the municipality of Hillegom.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The address does come with some area-level risk indications. Road traffic noise is measured at 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with only 1% of properties in the area showing an elevated pile-rot risk. Pluvial flooding risk is low both now and in 2050, while heat stress is medium. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Heemborgh Makelaars Hillegom and their listing on Funda. The property has been listed since 1 October 2026.
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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 Houttuin 28, Hillegom
What does the asking price of €495,000 mean for this apartment?
The asking price of €495,000 is in line with the market, according to a comparison with the average asking price of €432,850 in the neighbourhood. That comparison is precomputed and takes into account the difference in floor area. The price per square metre is €5,500 based on the agent's listing. Whether this represents good value depends on your own assessment of the home and its location.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It spans two floors and is located on the second floor of the building. The living area is around 90 square metres according to the agent, with the BAG registration recording 91 square metres. There is also a balcony, and the property is a full ownership home with block heating and double glazing.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not available for this property in the data we have. Without this figure, there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price of €495,000.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The address has an area-level noise indication for road traffic of 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is measured at 29 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 41 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are indications based on public data at area level, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 1% of properties in this area have an elevated pile-rot risk, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public risk data, not an inspection of this specific home. The flood risk is also low, both currently and in 2050.
Which supermarkets are close to this apartment?
The Aldi is practically on your doorstep at just 26 metres away. Albert Heijn is 124 metres away, Dekamarkt is 245 metres away, and Jumbo is 287 metres away. There is also a PLUS supermarket at 758 metres. With 19 supermarkets within five kilometres, you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are near this apartment?
The Johannesschool primary school is 417 metres away, and De Fontein primary school is 490 metres away. For secondary education, Fioretti College Hillegom is 376 metres away. There are also several other schools within walking distance, including Savioschool and Daltonschool Hillegom. In total, 43 schools are within five kilometres of the home.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
Bus line 22 stops at Hillegom, Centrum, which is 367 metres away, about a five-minute walk. Bus line 250 stops at Hillegom, Oranje Nassauplein at 572 metres and at Hillegom, van Nispenpark at 596 metres. The nearest train station is Hillegom, at 1.5 kilometres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Hillegom give an average score of 8.66 based on five reviews. One resident describes it as "a warm neighbourhood where social control is highly valued," while another mentions a "busy through road, people keep to themselves." These reviews cover the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood, so they give a general impression of the area.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The apartment has an energy label C. This means the home has a moderate energy performance, and you can expect reasonable energy costs. The home has double glazing according to the agent, which helps with insulation. The energy label is a standard classification and does not say anything about the condition of the home itself.
