A quiet spot in Wester Eng
Tucked away on the Lange Heul, this first-floor apartment sits on a quiet road in a wooded part of Bussum, with an open view. The home dates from 1965 and is offered for €329,000. For a sense of what else is available, you can compare with other apartments in Gooise Meren.
The apartment itself
This two-room apartment has one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor on the third storey. The living area is 59 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 55 m². The home has a balcony and is set in a wooded, quiet environment with a free view. It is full ownership, heated by block heating, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €245. The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
Life in Wester Eng
Wester Eng is a small neighbourhood of about 2,000 residents, where half of the households are single-person. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.63, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Everything you need is in the neighbourhood. Barber, supermarket, school and more. I've lived here for years and have never been disappointed. I recommend this neighbourhood to everyone. Friendly people, lots of nature, plenty of living space and many restaurants." Another resident, who grew up here, says: "I was born in this neighbourhood, grew up, went to school and especially played outside a lot. I still live there." A third review is less positive, mentioning a lack of openness to change. The reviews reflect the wider district rather than this specific street. For more on the area, see the Wester Eng neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Lidl is just around the corner, with Dekamarkt a ten-minute walk away. De Zonnewijzer primary school is a couple of streets away, and Elan College Bussum is also nearby. The GP practice Medisch Centrum Bussum-Zuid and Apotheek Bussum-Zuid are both about a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus line 109 stops at Bussum, Laarderweg, a ten-minute walk, and Bussum Zuid train station is also a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Gooise Meren offers more options across the area, as you can see on the municipality of Gooise Meren.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this apartment is €295,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 12% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 52%, from €194,000 to €295,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk indication is medium, given the building year of 1965 and the sandy soil. Noise from road, rail and air traffic is below the relevant standards. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now, rising to medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including VOORMA EN WALCH MAKELAARS IN HET GOOI HUIZEN.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Lange Heul 654, Bussum
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €329,000 is 20% below the average asking price of €409,938 for homes in Wester Eng. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €333,250, so this apartment sits below that too. The price per square metre, based on the agent's floor area of 59 m², is €5,576, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €5,431 per m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a two-room apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor on the third storey. The agent lists the living area as 59 m², while the BAG registration states 55 m². There is a balcony, and the home is described as being on a quiet road in a wooded area with an open view. It is full ownership, heated by block heating, with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €245.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €295,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 12% above this value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 52%, from €194,000 to €295,000. This reflects the municipal valuation, which is not the same as the current market value.
What are the area-level risk indications for this address?
The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the building year of 1965 and the sandy soil. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. Noise from road, rail and air traffic is below the relevant standards. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now, rising to medium by 2050.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Lidl supermarket is just around the corner, and Dekamarkt is about a ten-minute walk. De Zonnewijzer primary school is a couple of streets away, and Elan College Bussum is also nearby. The GP practice Medisch Centrum Bussum-Zuid and Apotheek Bussum-Zuid are both about a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus line 109 stops at Bussum, Laarderweg, and Bussum Zuid train station is also about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood of Wester Eng like?
Wester Eng has about 2,000 residents, with half of households being single-person. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.63, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Everything you need is in the neighbourhood. Barber, supermarket, school and more. I've lived here for years and have never been disappointed." Another says: "I was born in this neighbourhood, grew up, went to school and especially played outside a lot." A third review is less positive, mentioning a lack of openness to change.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient labels. The label is based on the home's characteristics, but it does not directly indicate the condition of the building. The home was built in 1965, and the agent does not mention any specific insulation features.
How many sources list this apartment?
At the time of writing, the apartment is offered via multiple channels, including VOORMA EN WALCH MAKELAARS IN HET GOOI HUIZEN and a listing on Funda. This means you can find the same property through more than one platform, which may give you flexibility in how you approach it.
