
Saturnusbuurt, Velsen
This apartment on Radarstraat in Ijmuiden feels fresh and well-kept, with a bright layout and a modern energy label A. It's a rental home in a street that's part of a newer development, so everything around it feels tidy and planned. The price of €1,474 is in line with what you'd expect for a home of this size in this part of Velsen. For context, there are plenty of apartments in Velsen to compare.
The neighbourhood, the Saturnusbuurt neighbourhood, has a real mix of ages and household types, lots of singles and families, with a fair share of older residents too. One resident sums it up: "In this neighbourhood everything is within reach, shops nearby just a few minutes' walk away. There are also many playgrounds in the area, although I think they are not well maintained; new playgrounds and more green spaces should be created." They also mention that the bus stop is close but feels dark in the evening. Based on this single review, the neighbourhood scores a 7.25 out of 10.
For your morning bread and groceries, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and Vomar is a five-minute walk. There are several primary schools within a short walk, like Het Kompas and De Zefier, and secondary schools like Tendercollege VMBO-LWOO are also close by. The area has a park or green space on your doorstep, and a GP surgery is just a couple of streets away. All of this sits within the municipality of Velsen, which offers a good range of everyday amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via vb&t Verhuurmakelaars.
Details of this home
Radarstraat 147K, Ijmuiden
Good · 1 resident
In this neighbourhood everything is within reach, shops nearby just a few minutes' walk away. There are also many playgrounds in the area, although I think they are not well maintained; new playgrounds and more green spaces should be created. The bus stop is close by, but often dark in the evening, which gives an unsafe feeling. Also, the gateway is very dark and fireworks are often set off, which also gives an unsafe feeling.
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About Radarstraat 147K, Ijmuiden
The monthly rent of €1,474 is in line with the market for a modern 85 m² apartment in Ijmuiden. The property has a high energy label A, which keeps running costs lower than older homes. Given the size, location and energy efficiency, the price is reasonable for what's on offer.
Saturnusbuurt is a densely populated area with a mix of singles, families and older residents. It's very urban, with shops, schools and a GP all within walking distance. One resident notes that everything is within reach, but also mentions that some playgrounds could be better maintained and that the bus stop feels dark in the evening.
The nearest train station is 4.5 km away, so you'd need a bus or bike to get there. The bus stop is close by, but the resident review notes it can feel unsafe in the evening due to poor lighting.
Dekamarkt is just around the corner at 330 metres, and Vomar is about 600 metres away, a five-minute walk. There's also a Lidl within 800 metres. So daily shopping is very convenient.
Yes, several primary schools are within a short walk: Het Kompas (503 m) and De Zefier (516 m). For secondary education, Tendercollege VMBO-LWOO is 410 metres away, and Tender College Praktijkonderwijs is 461 metres. So school runs are easy on foot.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home is well-insulated and has low energy costs compared to older properties. You can expect lower heating and electricity bills.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. The apartment is on a street in a built-up area, so outdoor space is likely limited to what's inside the home. The neighbourhood does have a park just 200 metres away.
6 homes in the municipality Velsen