Giessen, Altena
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Ridderhof sits in the peaceful village of Giessen, part of the municipality of Altena. Built in 2003 and with energy label B, it offers a modern and efficient home. The asking price of €275,000 is in line with the market for apartments in Altena.
Giessen is a small village with around 1,480 residents, where families and older residents make up a large part of the community. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-family homes (87%) and owner-occupied properties (66%). It is a quiet area with a low crime rate. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood.
For your daily shopping, the nearest supermarket is a SPAR about 2 km away, and a Lidl is just under 3 km. Primary school children can go to Chr Basissch De Zaaier or CBS De Verrekijker. Secondary education is available at Curio prinsentuin Andel, about 1.5 km away. The municipality Altena offers a rural setting with essential amenities within reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Hofstede Makelaardij Werkendam and also appears on Funda.
Details of this home
Ridderhof 19, Giessen
Data from Giessen
4 within 5 km
11 within 5 km
About Ridderhof 19, Giessen
The asking price of €275,000 is in line with the market for apartments in Altena. The home has 67 m² of living space, was built in 2003, and has an energy label B, which means it is reasonably efficient. Without specific neighbourhood price data, it is hard to say if it is a bargain, but the price appears competitive for the area.
The energy label is B, which indicates a well-insulated home with relatively low energy costs. You can expect efficient heating and good insulation, though exact costs depend on usage. Label B is above average for older homes, but not as efficient as the top labels A or A+.
The nearest train station is 14.7 km away, so this home is not ideal for daily commuting by train. You would likely need a car or bus for longer journeys. The village is more suited to those who work locally or drive.
Primary schools within a couple of kilometres include Chr Basissch De Zaaier (2 km) and CBS De Verrekijker (2.1 km). For secondary education, Curio prinsentuin Andel is about 1.5 km away. There are several other schools within 5 km, giving you options.
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR about 2 km away, followed by a Lidl at 2.8 km and Boon's Markt at 3 km. For a wider choice, a PLUS is 5 km away. Daily shopping requires a short drive or bike ride, as there is no supermarket within walking distance.
Giessen has a low crime rate, with only 40 total offences recorded. The neighbourhood is quiet and predominantly residential, with many families and older residents. It is considered a safe and peaceful place to live.
4 homes in the neighbourhood Giessen