Van Riebeeckkwartier, Hilversum
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Willem Barentszweg sits in the Van Riebeeckkwartier, a neighbourhood that feels calm and green despite being close to the action. With 113 m² of living space, it is significantly larger than the local average, and the asking price of €475,000 is the highest of the 20 apartments currently for sale in the area, 46% above the neighbourhood average of €325,500. That puts it on the high side, but the size and location explain why. For context, apartments in Hilversum vary widely, and this one stands out for its generous floor plan.
The Van Riebeeckkwartier neighbourhood is a diverse area with a mix of housing, though most homes date from between 1945 and 1970. The population is relatively young, with many single-person households and a fair number of families. Residents appreciate the accessibility: one review notes "good accessibility" and mentions supermarkets and the train station within reasonable distance. Another calls it a "nice neighbourhood" but flags a recent increase in dealers that makes them feel a bit unsafe. A third review describes it as a "pleasant neighbourhood" that could use more greenery and neighbourhood police. Based on four reviews, the overall score is 8.16 out of 10.
For your morning bread and groceries, SPAR express and PLUS are both just around the corner, and a Lidl is a ten-minute walk away. Schools are close too: Alberdingk Thijm Mavo and Groot Goylant are within a couple of streets away, and KinderCampus Hilversum is also nearby. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commutes easy. The area is part of the municipality of Hilversum, which offers a good range of shops, restaurants and parks within walking distance.
At the time of writing, the apartment is listed through Westeneng Verbeek Makelaardij Hilversum and also appears on Funda, so you can view it through multiple channels.
Details of this home
Willem Barentszweg 148, Hilversum
Very good · 4 residents
Within a reasonable distance you have supermarkets or the train station. Easily accessible from the motorway
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice neighbourhood but lately there are more dealers in the area which makes me feel a bit unsafe.
Auto-translated to English by AIFairly safe neighbourhood. More nature, plants and flowers needed. More neighbourhood police needed.
Auto-translated to English by AIA quiet and safe neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIData from Van Riebeeckkwartier
Data from Van Riebeeckkwartier
23 within 5 km
59 within 5 km
About Willem Barentszweg 148, Hilversum
The asking price of €475,000 is the highest of the 20 apartments currently for sale in the Van Riebeeckkwartier and sits 46% above the neighbourhood average of €325,500. However, this apartment is also 59% larger than the average (113 m² vs 71 m²), so the price per square metre is roughly in line with the market. Recently sold homes in the area went for an average of €389,652, so the price is on the high side but reflects the extra space.
The energy label is D, which is average for a home built in 1973. In the neighbourhood, 42.9% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical. A D label means heating costs will be moderate but not as low as a modern A-rated home. You can expect reasonable energy bills, though improvements like better insulation could bring the label up.
The train station is 0.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. That makes it very convenient for commuting to Utrecht, Amsterdam or elsewhere. The neighbourhood is also easily accessible by car, with motorways nearby according to residents.
The neighbourhood has a mix of residents: many single-person households (about 1,040 out of 1,960 households) and around 525 households with children. The average household size is 1.8. Reviews mention it's a pleasant area, though some note a recent increase in dealers that affects the sense of safety. Overall, it's a diverse and fairly quiet neighbourhood.
Yes, there are two supermarkets just around the corner: SPAR express at 453 m and PLUS at 479 m. A Lidl is 1.4 km away (a ten-minute walk), and Albert Heijn is about 1.5 km. So daily shopping is very convenient.
Several schools are within walking distance. Alberdingk Thijm Mavo (secondary) is 140 m away, Groot Goylant (secondary) is 200 m, and KinderCampus Hilversum (primary) is 234 m. There are also special education schools nearby. So families with children have good options close by.
The neighbourhood has 138 total crimes reported, which is moderate for an urban area. Resident reviews are mixed: one says it's a "pleasant neighbourhood" and "fairly safe", while another mentions a recent increase in dealers that makes them feel a bit unsafe. Overall, it's considered a reasonably safe area, but some streets may feel less secure at night.
The apartment has 113 m² of living space, which is spacious for a flat. It was built in 1973 and has an energy label D. The property is for sale, not rented.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Van Riebeeckkwartier
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