Doorn - Boswijk, Utrechtse Heuvelrug
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Park Boswijk sits in a peaceful part of Doorn, surrounded by greenery. At 55 m² it's compact but efficient, with an energy label B, so heating costs should be manageable. The asking price of €135,000 is 68% below the neighbourhood average of €427,000, making it the cheapest of the five apartments currently for sale in this area. That's a keen price, especially when you consider the apartments in Utrechtse Heuvelrug typically go for much more.
Boswijk is a quiet, green part of Doorn with a mix of housing from the 1970s. The area has a high proportion of older residents, nearly half are 65 or over, and many single-person households. It's a calm, residential setting with a low crime rate (just 15 incidents recorded). There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the data: a peaceful, mature community. For more context, have a look at the Doorn - Boswijk neighbourhood.
For daily shopping, the nearest supermarkets are Albert Heijn and Lidl, both about a 20-minute walk away. Schools are a bit further, the closest primary school, De Sterrenboog, is a 30-minute walk, while secondary schools like Revius Lyceum Doorn are about 20 minutes on foot. A park is just a five-minute walk away, perfect for a stroll. The area is part of the municipality of Utrechtse Heuvelrug, known for its woodland and heathland.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including De Gratis Verkoop Makelaars and Pararius.
Details of this home
Park Boswijk 440, Doorn
Data from Doorn - Boswijk
Data from Doorn - Boswijk
11 within 5 km
25 within 5 km
About Park Boswijk 440, Doorn
The asking price of €135,000 is 68% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€427,000) and is the cheapest of the five apartments currently for sale in Boswijk. However, the floor area of 55 m² is 35% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 84 m². Given the compact size and energy label B, the price is keen compared to other listings in the area.
The apartment has energy label B, which is quite efficient. Homes with label B typically have good insulation and lower energy costs compared to older, less efficient properties. In the neighbourhood, 25% of homes have label B, while 50% have labels D or lower, so this apartment is above average in energy performance.
The nearest train station is 4.9 km away, which is about a 10-minute drive or a 20-minute bike ride. Public transport options in the area are limited, so a car or bicycle is handy for commuting.
Boswijk is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a high proportion of older residents (nearly half are 65+) and many single-person households. It's a calm, safe area with low crime rates. The housing stock is mostly from the 1970s, and there are few families with children. It's ideal for those seeking peace and quiet.
The nearest supermarkets (Albert Heijn and Lidl) are about 1.8 km away, a 20-minute walk. Primary schools are around 2.7 km, and secondary schools like Revius Lyceum are about 1.7 km. A park is just 0.5 km away. Daily errands are doable on foot or by bike, but a car is convenient for larger shops.
Currently, there are five apartments for sale in Boswijk. This apartment is the cheapest at €135,000, while the most expensive is €750,000. The average asking price is €427,000, so this listing is significantly below the norm.
Recently sold apartments in the neighbourhood took an average of 61 days to sell, with an average sale price of €470,000. This suggests a relatively active market, though this apartment's lower price may attract quicker interest.
4 homes in the neighbourhood Doorn - Boswijk