Lopikerstraat 34

The asking price of €498,000 is slightly below the neighbourhood median of €509,500, but the apartment is exceptionally large at 277 m², more than double the average of 131 m². The price per square metre works out at about €1,798, which is well below the neighbourhood average of €4,961/m². So for the space you get, it's priced keenly.

The home has energy label D. That's a middling score, not the most efficient, but not the worst either. In the neighbourhood, about 32% of homes have label D or lower, while 38% have A+ or better. With label D, you can expect moderate energy costs, but it's worth checking the exact consumption figures with the agent.

The nearest train station is 13.2 km away, so this is not a location for daily commuting by rail. You'd likely rely on a car or bus for longer journeys.

Based on one review, a resident describes the area as 'Old but gold' and says: 'Lovely to live here. Everything you need is nearby, the houses and surroundings are beautiful. The only downside is that it's almost impossible to find a home.' The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with many singles and older residents, and a good proportion of families.

SPAR is just 52 metres away for daily groceries, and Albert Heijn is 318 metres. Two primary schools are within a couple of streets: Rooms Katholieke basisschool de Krullevaar at 61 metres and obs Koningin Emma at 183 metres. For secondary education, Schoonhovens College is about 800 metres away.

At 277 m², this apartment is 111% larger than the neighbourhood average of 131 m². It's a rare find in terms of space, especially in a historic area where many homes are smaller. The price per square metre is significantly lower than the neighbourhood average, reflecting the unusual size.