Kleine Driftbuurt, Hilversum
NeighbourhoodThis 106 m² apartment on Pelikaanstraat sits in the lively Kleine Driftbuurt, a stone's throw from Hilversum's centre. Built in 1938, it has high ceilings and period details, but the energy label G means heating costs will be significant. At €475,000, the price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €463,000, though it's in line with the €4,781/m² average for apartments in Hilversum.
The neighbourhood Kleine Driftbuurt is densely populated with over 4,200 residents, many of whom are between 25 and 45. It's a very urban area (address density 4,141 per km²), with a mix of families and singles. No resident reviews are available, but the neighbourhood has a lively, central feel. Most homes were built before 1945, giving the streets a classic character.
For your morning bread, Lidl is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. The Nassauschool primary school is a couple of streets away, and the Lorentz school is within a five-minute walk. The municipality Hilversum offers plenty of restaurants and cafes nearby, with the nearest restaurant just a few minutes' walk.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Hoekstra en van Eck and Schuitema Makelaars.
Details of this home
Pelikaanstraat 40, Hilversum
Data from Kleine Driftbuurt
Data from Kleine Driftbuurt
27 within 5 km
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About Pelikaanstraat 40, Hilversum
The asking price of €475,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €463,000 and the median of €400,000. However, at €4,781 per m², it matches the average price per square metre in the area. Given the large floor area and central location, the price is in line with the market.
Energy label G is the lowest rating, meaning the home is not energy-efficient. You can expect high heating and electricity costs. The apartment was built in 1938 and likely lacks modern insulation. In the neighbourhood, only 10.7% of homes have label A+ or better, while 32.1% have label D or lower.
The nearest train station is 1.0 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting to Amsterdam or Utrecht straightforward.
Lidl is just 235 metres away, around the corner. Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are about 800 metres away, a ten-minute walk. There's also an AH to go and a PLUS within easy reach.
The neighbourhood recorded 123 total crimes in the latest data. With over 4,200 residents, that's a moderate crime rate. It's a busy urban area, so standard city precautions apply.
Primary schools include Nassauschool (324 m), De Wilgetoren (450 m), and Lorentzschool (594 m). For secondary education, Mediaschool is 648 m away. All are within a short walk.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Kleine Driftbuurt