Schilderskwartier, Hilversum
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Utrechtseweg sits in a lively part of Hilversum, where the streets are lined with early 20th-century houses and the atmosphere is urban and practical. With 84 m² of living space, it is compact but well laid out, and the energy label G means heating costs will be a real consideration. At €379,000, the asking price is 62% below the neighbourhood average of €998,375, making it the cheapest of the 24 homes currently for sale in the area, a keen price for anyone looking to get onto the property ladder in this part of town. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,804, and this home is priced well under that. If you are curious about other options, have a look at apartments in Hilversum.
Schilderskwartier is a dense, urban neighbourhood with around 4,000 residents. It is a mixed area: many families with children live here, alongside a significant number of older residents and singles. The housing stock is mostly owner-occupied (85%), and three-quarters of the homes are single-family houses, so apartments like this one are relatively rare. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel, with an address density of over 3,000 per km², placing it in the highest urbanity category. There are no resident reviews available for this area, but the CBS data paints a picture of a well-established, family-oriented community with average household sizes around 2.5 people. To learn more about the area, visit the Schilderskwartier neighbourhood.
For daily errands, the SPAR express is just a couple of streets away, and a ten-minute walk brings you to an Albert Heijn. Several primary schools are within easy walking distance, including the Wilhelminaschool and Fabritiusschool, both just a few minutes' walk. Secondary education is also close by, with the Alberdingk Thijm College and Gooise Praktijkschool just around the corner. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commuting straightforward. For green space, a park is a five-minute walk away. The municipality of Hilversum manages the local amenities and public spaces, you can find more about the wider area at the municipality of Hilversum.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including HJPost Makelaars B.V. and HJPost Makelaars B.V..
Details of this home
Utrechtseweg 34F, Hilversum
Data from Schilderskwartier
Data from Schilderskwartier
21 within 5 km
59 within 5 km
About Utrechtseweg 34F, Hilversum
The asking price of €379,000 is 62% below the average asking price in Schilderskwartier, which stands at €998,375. It is also the cheapest home currently for sale in the neighbourhood. However, the apartment is smaller than average (84 m² vs 170 m²) and has an energy label G, which means higher energy costs. Compared to the average price per m² of €5,804 in the area, this home is priced at roughly €4,512 per m², so it is on the keen side.
Energy label G is the lowest rating, indicating poor energy efficiency. The home will likely have higher heating and electricity bills compared to a more modern or better-insulated property. The exact costs depend on usage, but you should expect significant expenses for heating, especially in winter. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, with 33% of homes rated D or lower, so this is not uncommon in the area.
The train station is 1.0 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Utrecht, Amsterdam, or other cities in the region.
Several schools are within walking distance. The Wilhelminaschool (primary) is 356 m away, the Fabritiusschool (primary) is 372 m, and the Alberdingk Thijm College (secondary) is just 285 m from the door. There is also a special primary school, the Annie MG Schmidtschool, at 332 m.
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR express at 634 m, just a couple of streets away. An Albert Heijn is 951 m away (a ten-minute walk), and a PLUS is 1.2 km. For a wider choice, there are 21 supermarkets within 5 km.
At 84 m², this apartment is 51% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 170 m². The homes for sale in Schilderskwartier tend to be larger, with many single-family houses. This makes the apartment a more compact option, suitable for those who prioritise location over space.
According to CBS data, there were 118 total crimes recorded in the neighbourhood. This is a moderate figure for an urban area, but specific types of crime are not detailed. The neighbourhood has a mix of families and older residents, which generally contributes to a stable community feel.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not provided, so it is not possible to confirm any private outdoor space from the available data.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Schilderskwartier