Rivierenbuurt, Velsen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Merwedestraat sits in a neighbourhood that has seen better days, but the home itself is a bright spot: built in 2020 with an A energy label, so you can expect low heating costs and a comfortable indoor climate. At €445,000 for 75 m², the price is on the high side compared to other apartments in Velsen, but the new build and energy efficiency justify it.
The Rivierenbuurt has a mixed reputation. One resident says: "Many houses are old and poorly insulated, causing drafts, dampness and high energy costs." Another adds: "The neighbourhood has gone downhill, a lot of crime. People are not social compared to when I came to live here." Based on two reviews, the average score is 6.25. The area is densely built (over 3,000 addresses per km²) and mostly consists of flats, with only 12% owner-occupied homes. The neighbourhood Rivierenbuurt has a young population, with many singles and few families.
For daily shopping, Vomar is on your doorstep, and Dekamarkt is just around the corner. Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. The nearest primary school, De Vliegende Hollander, is a couple of streets away, and several other schools are within walking distance. The municipality Velsen offers parks and green spaces nearby, with a park just 200 metres away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via VAN WAALWIJK VAN DOORN MAKELAARS and also appears on Funda.
Details of this home
Merwedestraat 1Z, Ijmuiden
Satisfactory · 2 residents
Many houses in the Rivierenbuurt are old and poorly insulated. This causes drafts, dampness and high energy costs. Also, the maintenance of some homes is insufficient, which detracts from the appearance of the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople themselves are not social compared to when I came to live here. I live in a risk area. You walk out of the street and you can walk in the woods. But you don't do that alone. My house is okay, it just should have been in a different location.
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About Merwedestraat 1Z, Ijmuiden
At 75 m² and built in 2020 with an A label, the price is on the high side compared to other apartments in Velsen. However, the new build and excellent energy efficiency mean you save on running costs, which partly offsets the higher purchase price.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. You can expect low heating and electricity bills, and the home is well insulated. This is a significant advantage over many older homes in the Rivierenbuurt.
One resident describes it as a risk area with crime, and the CBS data shows 89 total crimes in the neighbourhood. However, the home itself is modern and secure. It is worth being aware of the neighbourhood's reputation.
Vomar is just 49 metres away, Dekamarkt at 151 metres, and Albert Heijn at 570 metres. You have three options within a short walk, so daily groceries are very convenient.
The nearest train station is 3.9 km away, so you would need a bike or car for rail connections. The area is well served by roads, but public transport to the station is not detailed in the listing.
The Rivierenbuurt has few families: only 290 households with children out of 2,145 residents. Many residents are singles or couples without children. Schools are within walking distance, but the neighbourhood may not be the first choice for families.
4 homes in the neighbourhood Rivierenbuurt
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