Olofsbuurt, Delft
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Jacob Catsstraat sits in the lively Olofsbuurt, a stone's throw from the city centre. With 66 m² of living space and an energy label D, it's a compact home with character. The asking price of €350,000 is 27% below the neighbourhood average of €478,630, making it a keen entry into the Delft market. For context, apartments in Delft typically sell for around €5,322 per m².
The Olofsbuurt is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a young population, many students and starters. It's a very strong urban area (address density over 5,000), so there's always something going on. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a mix of singles and families, with a high proportion of pre-war housing. The area has a lively, walkable feel. Learn more about the Olofsbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily life here is easy. For groceries, the SPAR is just around the corner, and the Coop is a couple of streets away. There's also an Albert Heijn within a ten-minute walk. For families, Freinetschool Delft is on your doorstep, and the Gabriëlschool is just around the corner. Secondary schools like Stanislascollege Westplantsoen are also within walking distance. The neighbourhood is well-served by the municipality of Delft.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Björnd Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Jacob Catsstraat 38, Delft
Data from Olofsbuurt
Data from Olofsbuurt
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About Jacob Catsstraat 38, Delft
The asking price of €350,000 is 27% below the neighbourhood average of €478,630, but the apartment is also smaller than average (66 m² vs 96 m²). The price per m² works out to about €5,303, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €5,322. So it's priced keenly for its size.
The energy label is D, which is average for a pre-war apartment. In the Olofsbuurt, over 42% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical. You can expect moderate heating costs, but it's worth noting that newer labels (A-C) are less common here.
The train station is 1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That makes commuting to The Hague, Rotterdam, or Amsterdam straightforward.
Very convenient. The nearest supermarket (SPAR) is just 400 m away, and there's a Coop at 428 m. For a wider selection, Albert Heijn is 744 m away. Bakeries, restaurants, and a library are also within walking distance.
Yes, several primary and secondary schools are within walking distance. Freinetschool Delft is just 146 m away, and the Gabriëlschool is 255 m. For secondary education, Stanislascollege Westplantsoen is 255 m away, and the Christelijk Lyceum is 416 m.
The neighbourhood recorded 100 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a dense urban area. It's a lively student area, so you'll often find people on the streets, which adds to a sense of safety.
The Olofsbuurt has a young population, with many singles and students. Over 40% of households are single-person, and the average household size is 1.6. It's popular with first-time buyers and investors due to its central location.
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