Lijsterlaan 169
Ooster Eng-Noord, Gooise Meren
AreaA calm apartment by the park
This ground-floor apartment sits on the edge of Ooster Eng-Noord, a quiet residential pocket of Bussum where the streets are lined with trees and the park is literally on your doorstep. The home looks out over open green space, giving it a sense of space you don't often find in an apartment. At €498,500, the asking price is on the high side compared with the average of €465,429 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, though the living area is well above the local norm. For context, apartments in Gooise Meren typically sell for around €4,943 per square metre.
A spacious layout with a garden
Built in 1973, this apartment spans two floors and offers six rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 135 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 137 m². The home has a garden facing north, and the monthly homeowners' association contribution is €256.87. It is fully owned, heated by block heating, and has partial double glazing. The property is situated at the front of the building, on the ground floor, with a volume of 425 m³.
Life in Ooster Eng-Noord
Ooster Eng-Noord is a small, established neighbourhood where older residents make up a large share of the population: about 36% are 65 or older, and half of all households are single-person. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.63 out of 10, based on three reviews. One 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." Another adds: "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." A third review is more critical, describing the area as a "slum of Bussum South" and mentioning resistance to change among some older residents. The neighbourhood has 1,665 inhabitants, and the crime figure for the area is 45 incidents. The Ooster Eng-Noord neighbourhood offers a mix of quiet streets and practical amenities.
Daily essentials and getting around
For groceries, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Dekamarkt, Ekoplaza and Lidl a bit further out. The Julianaschool Kwartellaan is on your doorstep, and De Hoeksteen primary school is a couple of streets away. The GP, Huisarts Hamers Bussum, is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Apotheek Bussum-Zuid is a ten-minute walk. Bus line 109 stops at Bussum, Goudenregenstraat, right outside, and the nearest train station, Bussum Zuid, is about 1.7 km away. The municipality of Gooise Meren covers the surrounding area.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. According to area-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate risks, pluvial flooding and current flood risk are low, as is heat stress now, though heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Heyen Makelaars and Heyen Makelaars on Funda.
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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 Lijsterlaan 169, Bussum
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €498,500 is above the average asking price of €465,429 for homes currently for sale in Ooster Eng-Noord. The median asking price is €427,000, and prices range from €198,500 to €895,000. The average price per square metre for homes in the neighbourhood is €4,943, while this apartment is listed at €3,693 per square metre based on the agent's stated living area of 135 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has six rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 135 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 137 m². The home also has a garden facing north and a volume of 425 m³. It is part of a homeowners' association with a monthly contribution of €256.87.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not available for this property in the data we have. Without this figure, we cannot compare it with the asking price or comment on its development over the past five years.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Area-level data indicates that road traffic noise is 55 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 27 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 391 metres away. Other options include Dekamarkt at 1.3 km, Ekoplaza at 1.3 km, Lidl at 1.3 km, and Nettorama at 1.5 km. These distances are approximate and based on the nearest locations.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Ooster Eng-Noord is a small neighbourhood with 1,665 inhabitants. About 36% of residents are 65 or older, and half of all households are single-person. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.63 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident praises the friendly people and nature, while another criticises the area as a 'slum of Bussum South'.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Bussum Zuid, which is about 1.7 km away. The nearest bus stop is Bussum, Goudenregenstraat, just 107 metres from the property, served by bus line 109.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the energy performance of the home as registered. The agent also notes that the home has partial double glazing. The energy label does not directly state the condition of the building, but it can give an indication of expected energy costs.
