Filosofenbuurt, Huizen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Hugo de Grootsingel sits in the Filosofenbuurt, a leafy residential area built around 2006. With 148 m² of living space and an A energy label, it is both roomy and efficient. The asking price of €500,000 is 41% below the neighbourhood average of €842,400, making it a keen entry into the local market. For context, apartments in Huizen typically sell for less than the overall average here.
The Filosofenbuurt neighbourhood is a quiet, family-oriented area with mostly single-family homes (73%) and a high homeownership rate (80%). The population is older, with a third aged 65 or over, and households are often couples with or without children. The streets are calm, and the park is just a five-minute walk away. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data paints a picture of a settled, low-crime community.
For daily shopping, the nearest supermarket is a ten-minute walk away, with several others within a couple of streets further. Primary school De Springplank is on your doorstep, just 78 metres away, and a secondary school is a ten-minute walk. The area is well served by schools and basic amenities, all within easy reach. The municipality of Huizen offers a mix of urban convenience and green surroundings.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Campagne Makelaardij. The listing is available on multiple platforms, so you can compare details easily.
Details of this home
Hugo de Grootsingel 3, Huizen
Data from Filosofenbuurt
Data from Filosofenbuurt
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About Hugo de Grootsingel 3, Huizen
The asking price of €500,000 is 41% below the average asking price in the Filosofenbuurt (€842,400) and also below the median (€785,000). Given the 148 m² floor area and A energy label, this is a keen price compared to other homes in the neighbourhood. However, the market here is varied, with prices ranging from €425,000 to nearly €2 million.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home has good insulation and low expected energy costs. In the Filosofenbuurt, half of the homes have label A and the other half label B, so this apartment is among the most efficient in the area.
The nearest train station is 10.1 km away, so this home is not well connected by rail. You would rely on a car or bus for longer journeys. The area is more suited to local travel by bike or car.
Primary school De Springplank is just 78 metres away, making it very convenient for families. Other primary schools within walking distance include De Wijngaard (451 m) and PCBS De Ark (814 m). The nearest secondary school, Huizermaat, is about 1.3 km away.
The neighbourhood recorded only 22 total crimes in the latest data, which is low for an area of this size. The streets are quiet and the community is settled, with a mix of older residents and families. It is generally considered a safe place to live.
Homes that sold in the Filosofenbuurt took an average of 43 days on the market. This is a moderate pace, suggesting a balanced market where well-priced homes sell within a month or two.
Yes, the nearest park or public garden is 0.5 km away, about a five-minute walk. The area is generally green, with many trees and gardens in the neighbourhood itself.
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS at 1.1 km, followed by an Albert Heijn at 1.2 km and a Coop at 1.6 km. All are within a 15-20 minute walk or a short bike ride.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Filosofenbuurt