Driebergen-Centrum, Utrechtse Heuvelrug
NeighbourhoodThis 125 m² apartment on Traaij in Driebergen-Rijsenburg sits in a stately 1883 building, blending period charm with generous room sizes. The energy label F means heating costs will be significant, something to factor in. At €495,000, the price is on the high side compared to other apartments in Utrechtse Heuvelrug, but the large floor area and central location explain the premium.
The neighbourhood Driebergen-Centrum scores an 8.4 out of 10 from five reviews. One resident describes it as "Bosrijk": "Blissful on a dead-end road ending at a forest with a pond, it's peaceful living." Another calls it "Home": "Driebergen is very green, in most streets you see shrubs, trees, flowers, plants everywhere." The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with many over-65s and a fair share of families. It feels safe and well-maintained, though some note that there's less for young people to do.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Lidl and Jumbo are a couple of streets away. Primary school CJS De Kring is a ten-minute walk, while secondary schools are further afield, the nearest is about 3 km away. The municipality Utrechtse Heuvelrug offers plenty of green space, with a park or public garden a five-minute walk from the door.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Van Dam Makelaars and Van Dam Makelaars.
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Traaij 2B, Driebergen-Rijsenburg
Very good · 5 residents
Blissful on a dead-end road ending at a forest with a pond, it's peaceful living. Except for the nocturnal adventurers who sit on the bench. What do they do? Unfortunately, they throw their scavenged wrappers on the ground while there's a bin within two steps. Otherwise, great place to live.
Auto-translated to English by AII grew up here as a child, Driebergen will always have a place in my heart. Because there were (then fewer) children, my sister and I always went out exploring and discovered the nicest things together. Since Driebergen is located in a wooded area, there is a lot to discover. The village festivals are also getting better and better! Last year there was a Christmas market and it felt so cosy and connected. We live close to everything, nice and close to shops, forest, Utrecht, it's just a shame that few activities are organised for children. Driebergen also has no secondary schools, but that's not a problem. In recent years I have come to appreciate Driebergen more! Like learning more about the history of the village and the architecture, for example. What I also find interesting is that they now organise all sorts of things on Liberation Day so we can learn more about Driebergen. A very nice neighbourhood! As a child I always felt safe, in recent years a bit less so, especially in the evenings, because of loitering youths. As I said before, Driebergen is very green, in most streets you see shrubs, trees, flowers, plants everywhere, especially now in spring it makes me very happy!
Auto-translated to English by AIDriebergen is a nice and quiet neighbourhood where I usually feel at ease. It is a safe place with lots of greenery and nature to enjoy, which creates a relaxed atmosphere. The amenities are reasonably good, but there isn't much to do for children and young people, which can sometimes be a drawback. The neighbourhood looks neat and well-maintained, and most things are easily accessible; you're also close to Utrecht, which is very convenient. As for the community: there is a sense of cohesion, but it's not very close-knit; people mostly live their own lives. Recently there was a Christmas market, which I really enjoyed! Overall, it's a good place to live, especially if you like peace and nature.
Auto-translated to English by AINice and cosy neighbourhood with many amenities
Auto-translated to English by AI- Plus point is that there are many shops and eateries - Downside is that the infrastructure is not very well organised
Auto-translated to English by AIData from Driebergen-Centrum
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About Traaij 2B, Driebergen-Rijsenburg
At 125 m², the price per square metre is around €3,960. That's on the high side for an apartment in Driebergen-Centrum, but the large floor area and central location near shops and forest justify the premium. The energy label F means higher running costs, which may affect the overall value.
The energy label is F, which is poor. This means the home is not well insulated and heating costs will be high. You should expect significant energy bills, especially in winter. Renovations like double glazing or better insulation could improve the label and reduce costs.
The nearest train station is 3 km away, which is about a 7-minute drive or a 35-minute walk.
Residents describe the neighbourhood as peaceful and green, with a mix of ages. One says it's "blissful on a dead-end road ending at a forest." Another notes that people mostly live their own lives, but there is a sense of community during events like the Christmas market.
The nearest primary school, CJS De Kring, is about 1.3 km away, a 15-minute walk. Secondary schools are further, with the closest around 2.8 km. There are also special education schools within 3 km.
Albert Heijn is just 120 metres away, so daily groceries are on your doorstep. Lidl and Jumbo are within 600 metres, and there are 13 supermarkets within 5 km. A restaurant is 200 metres away, and a library is 800 metres.
The total number of crimes reported in the neighbourhood is 105, which is moderate. Residents generally feel safe, though one mentioned feeling less safe in the evenings due to loitering youths. Overall, it's considered a safe and quiet area.
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