Smitsveen, Soest
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Veenbesstraat in Soest's Smitsveen neighbourhood offers a quiet living environment, though resident reviews are mixed. At €375,000, the price is 20% below the neighbourhood average of €466,125, making it a keen entry into the local market. For context, apartments in Soest vary widely in price and condition.
Smitsveen is a densely populated area with around 5,000 residents, a mix of families and singles. The housing stock is predominantly from 1945-1970, and about half are owner-occupied. One resident describes it as "Good and quiet," while another calls it "Noisy" with "shouting and screaming at the door." The neighbourhood Smitsveen has a moderate urban feel, with an address density of 2,235 per km².
For groceries, Albert Heijn and Lidl are both just around the corner, and Hoogvliet is a couple of streets away. Primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Daniëlschool is on your doorstep, and De Egelantier is just around the corner. The municipality Soest provides further amenities like a GP practice and a park within walking distance.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Deelen Makelaars. The energy label is D, which is less efficient than much of the current local supply, where over 40% of homes have labels A or B.
Details of this home
Veenbesstraat 240, Soest
Satisfactory · 2 residents
Neighbourhood is very noisy, often shouting and screaming at the door. The houses are very noisy, especially if you have several children living next to you who are constantly running and flying in and out.
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Data from Smitsveen
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About Veenbesstraat 240, Soest
The asking price of €375,000 is 20% below the average asking price in Smitsveen (€466,125) and also below the median of €467,000. Recently sold homes in the neighbourhood averaged €461,208, so this listing is priced keenly. However, the energy label D may mean higher running costs compared to more efficient homes.
Smitsveen is a densely built area with a mix of families and singles. Resident reviews are split: one calls it 'Good and quiet,' while another says it's 'very noisy' with shouting and noise from neighbours. The area has a moderate urban feel, with many amenities within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, about a 17-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: Daniëlschool is 143 m away, Openbare basisschool De Egelantier at 276 m, and Basisschool de Wegwijzer at 382 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 3.3 km away.
Albert Heijn and Lidl are both about 375-385 m away, just a few minutes' walk. Hoogvliet is 660 m away, and there is also a SPAR express within 762 m.
The energy label is D, which is average for a home of this age (1968). In Smitsveen, about 21% of homes have label D or lower, while 42% have A or B. A D label means moderate energy efficiency, so heating and electricity costs will be higher than in a more modern home.
Currently, there are 20 homes for sale in Smitsveen, with prices ranging from €285,000 to €789,000. This apartment is at the lower end of that range.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Smitsveen
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