Hommelstraat, Arnhem
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Lange Uitweg sits in the heart of the Spijkerkwartier, a neighbourhood with a distinctly urban feel. At 49 m² it is compact, but the high ceilings and period details give it character. The asking price of €289,000 is 18% below the neighbourhood average of €352,292, which makes it a keen entry into the market for apartments in Arnhem.
The Hommelstraat area is densely built and very central, with an address density of over 4,900 addresses per km². It is a young neighbourhood: most residents are between 25 and 45, and two-thirds of households are single-person. There are few families with children, so the streets are quiet in the evenings. The neighbourhood has a high turnover of homes, with 64 sales in the past year. The Hommelstraat neighbourhood is known for its mix of pre-war architecture and modern amenities.
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Coop and PLUS are a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Jenaplan basisschool de Sterrenkring and Montessorischool De Binnenstad. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the city centre is on your doorstep with restaurants and a park nearby. The municipality of Arnhem offers a wide range of cultural and leisure activities.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Ron Pieters Makelaardij and also appears on Huispedia, so it is available through several channels.
Details of this home
Lange Uitweg 5, Arnhem
Data from Hommelstraat
Data from Hommelstraat
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About Lange Uitweg 5, Arnhem
The asking price of €289,000 is 18% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€352,292) and close to the median of €292,000. Given the compact size of 49 m², the price per m² works out at about €5,898, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €5,138 per m². So the price is competitive for the size, but the total outlay is relatively low for the area.
The energy label is D. In the neighbourhood, 60% of homes for sale have label A, and 20% have label C or better. Label D means the home is less efficient than much of the local stock, so heating costs are likely to be higher than in a modern home. The property was built in 1906, which is typical for the area, half of the homes date from before 1945.
Arnhem train station is 0.8 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Utrecht, Amsterdam or beyond. The neighbourhood is very central, so most amenities are within walking distance.
The Hommelstraat area is popular with young professionals: 45% of residents are between 25 and 45, and most households are single-person. The urbanity level is 1 (very strong), so there is plenty of nightlife and dining nearby. The park is just 0.3 km away for a break from the city buzz.
Yes, Albert Heijn is 195 m away (just around the corner), and Coop and PLUS are within 300 m. For organic groceries, Ekoplaza is 373 m away. Daily shopping is very convenient on foot.
Several primary schools are within a ten-minute walk: Jenaplan basisschool de Sterrenkring (421 m), Montessorischool De Binnenstad (535 m), and Jan Ligthartschool (541 m). For secondary education, Stedelijk Gymnasium Arnhem is 830 m away. The neighbourhood has few children, so schools are not overcrowded.
The total number of recorded crimes in the neighbourhood is 256, which is relatively high for a small area. However, the area is central and busy, so petty crime can occur. It is always wise to check local crime maps for the latest figures.
Homes in the neighbourhood sell on average within 52 days, which is a reasonable pace. The market is active, with 64 sales in the past year. This apartment is priced keenly, so it may attract interest quickly.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Hommelstraat