Lichtstraat 520
Witte Dame, Eindhoven
AreaA bright apartment in the heart of Eindhoven
Lichtstraat 520 sits in the Witte Dame neighbourhood, right in the middle of Eindhoven's bustling centre. This is a very strongly urban area, with an address density of nearly 4,900 per square kilometre, so you are surrounded by the energy of the city. The apartment was built in 2003 and carries an A++ energy label, which is an efficient label. At €569,000, the asking price is well below the neighbourhood average of €2,094,045, though that average is pulled up by some very expensive homes. Compared with the median asking price of €554,500 in the area, this listing is on the high side. For context, the asking price per square metre is €5,471, while the neighbourhood average is €6,340. If you are looking at apartments in Eindhoven, this one stands out for its central position.
Inside the home
This is a three-room apartment with two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 103 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 104 square metres. The total volume is 343 cubic metres. The agent describes the home as fully insulated, with district heating as the heating system. It is offered as freehold ownership, so there is no leasehold ground rent to consider. The property is described as being in the centre, which fits with its location in the heart of Eindhoven.
Life in Witte Dame
Witte Dame is a compact neighbourhood of about 2,260 residents, and it is very much a young person's area: 60 percent of residents are between 25 and 45. Most households are single people, with 61 percent living alone, and only 8 percent of households have children. The neighbourhood has 1,645 homes, all of them apartments, and 14 percent are owner-occupied. Residents across the municipality of Eindhoven give their living environment an average score of 7.62, based on 79 reviews. One resident describes it as a "nice quiet neighbourhood, all amenities nearby." Another notes that it is quiet with no nuisance, though neighbours tend to keep to themselves. A third resident mentions that tall shrubs and trees along busy streets, combined with poor evening lighting, can feel unsafe. The crime figure for the area is 1,068 incidents in total, which you can interpret as you see fit. This is the Witte Dame neighbourhood, a lively spot in the city centre.
Amenities and getting around
The daily routine is easy here. A Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, with a SPAR just around the corner and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For primary education, Basisschool Anton van Duinkerken is a five-minute walk, and Saltomontessorischool de Trinoom is also close by. The nearest GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk Snoeren en Westein, is a five-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Hoog Bergen is right next to it. For public transport, the bus stop at Wilhelminaplein is on your doorstep with lines 14 and 114, and the Witte Dame stop with lines 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 114, 319 and 619 is just around the corner. Eindhoven Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. All of this is within the municipality of Eindhoven, a city with plenty to offer.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is nothing to compare with the asking price. The address-level risk data from public sources gives some indications, though these are area-level and not an inspection of this specific home. The noise levels from road traffic are 47 dB Lden, from rail traffic 34 dB Lden and from air traffic 25 dB Lden, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, the flood risk is low both now and in 2050, while heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via Metselaars Makelaardij, and it is also listed on Funda through the same agent, so it is available through two channels.
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About Lichtstraat 520, Eindhoven
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €569,000. The agent lists the living area as 104 square metres, which works out to €5,471 per square metre. The neighbourhood average asking price is €2,094,045, but that figure is heavily influenced by a few very expensive homes. The median asking price in the area is €554,500, so this listing is somewhat above that.
How many rooms does this apartment have?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 103 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent states 104 square metres. The total volume is 343 cubic metres. The agent describes the home as fully insulated with district heating.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A++, which is an efficient label. The agent also states that the home is fully insulated. In the neighbourhood, 63.2 percent of homes have an A+ label or better, and 26.3 percent have an A label. The home was built in 2003, which is relatively recent compared with many older buildings in the area.
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. Without it, there is no comparison to make between the WOZ value and the asking price of €569,000.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data shows noise from road traffic at 47 dB Lden, from rail traffic at 34 dB Lden and from air traffic at 25 dB Lden, all below the relevant standards. These are area-level indications from public sources, not measurements taken at this specific home. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil.
What is the flood and heat risk for this area?
The climate risk data indicates that the flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this particular property. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil.
Which supermarkets are near this apartment?
A Jumbo supermarket is just 105 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. A SPAR is 259 metres away, just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is 474 metres away, a couple of streets further. There are also an AH to go at 555 metres and another Jumbo at 654 metres, giving you plenty of options for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this home?
Basisschool Anton van Duinkerken is 380 metres away, about a five-minute walk, and has 211 pupils. Saltomontessorischool de Trinoom is 517 metres away with 549 pupils. There are also several other primary schools within a reasonable distance, including Fellenoord at 758 metres and De Troubadour at 1,134 metres.
How is the public transport connection here?
The bus stop at Wilhelminaplein is 106 metres away, with lines 14 and 114. The Witte Dame stop is 185 metres away with lines 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 114, 319 and 619. Eindhoven Centraal train station is 608 metres away, about a ten-minute walk, giving you access to the national rail network.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of residents?
Witte Dame has about 2,260 residents, with 60 percent aged between 25 and 45. Most households are single people, at 61 percent, and only 8 percent of households have children. Residents across the municipality of Eindhoven give their living environment an average score of 7.62 out of 10, based on 79 reviews. One resident calls it a nice quiet neighbourhood with all amenities nearby.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state a WOZ value for this property. As a result, there is no comparison available between the municipal valuation and the asking price of €569,000. The other property details, such as the number of rooms, floor area and energy label, are all stated in the listing.
