Oosterwei, Gouda
NeighbourhoodThis corner house on Boelhouwerstraat sits in a lively part of Gouda, where the streets have a mix of cultures and a down-to-earth feel. With 114 m² of living space and a 153 m² plot, it is noticeably roomier than many homes in the area. The asking price of €419,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but the extra square metres and the corner position explain that. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Gouda vary widely in price and size.
Oosterwei is a compact, urban neighbourhood with around 1,565 residents. It scores a 7 out of 10 from three reviews. One resident describes it as "a mix of many cultures" and notes: "Little greenery, often a lot of rubbish. But there are good small businesses and supermarkets in the neighbourhood." Another says: "Beautiful neighbourhood, all amenities around the corner. Loitering youths and hygiene need to be addressed by the municipality." A third adds: "I love this neighbourhood. It's relatively green. Most residents are friendly." The area has a high density of addresses (2,404 per km²), so it feels busy and urban. Most homes date from 1945-1970, and about 37% are owner-occupied. For more details, see the neighbourhood Oosterwei.
Daily errands are easy here. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and the Lidl is a couple of streets away. For a bigger shop, Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. Families with children have several schools nearby: OBS Wereldwijs is on your doorstep, and the Antoniuscollege for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood also has a primary school, a child-care centre and a GP practice within walking distance. The municipality Gouda provides further information on local services.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Boer Makelaardij Midden-Holland. The listing is also available on Funda.
Details of this home
Boelhouwerstraat 1, Gouda
Good · 3 residents
Little greenery, often a lot of rubbish. But there are good small businesses and supermarkets in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful neighbourhood, all amenities around the corner. Loitering youths and hygiene need to be addressed by the municipality.
Auto-translated to English by AII love this neighbourhood. It's relatively green. Most residents are friendly. Some are very withdrawn and also a few antisocial people who think the neighbourhood belongs to them.
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Data from Oosterwei
21 within 5 km
53 within 5 km
About Boelhouwerstraat 1, Gouda
The asking price is 24% above the average asking price in Oosterwei (€336,643). However, this home is also 48% larger than the average home in the neighbourhood (114 m² vs 77 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €3,675, which is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €3,845 per m². So while the total price is high, you get more space for your money.
The home has energy label D. That is a fairly average rating for a house built in 1962. In the neighbourhood, 71% of homes have label D or lower, so this is typical. You can expect moderate energy costs, but improvements like better insulation or a more efficient heating system could bring the label up and reduce bills.
Gouda railway station is 1.1 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. From there, you can catch intercity trains to Utrecht, Rotterdam, The Hague and Amsterdam. The station also has a bus terminal with connections to the wider region.
Oosterwei recorded 77 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a neighbourhood of this size. Residents mention loitering youths as a point of concern, but also note that most people are friendly. The overall review score of 7.04 out of 10 suggests a generally positive living experience.
The nearest park or public garden is 0.6 km away, about a seven-minute walk. Some residents feel the neighbourhood could use more greenery, but others appreciate the green spots that are there. The home itself has a 153 m² plot, which includes a garden, a nice bonus in an urban area.
Recently sold homes in the neighbourhood took an average of 52 days to sell. That is a fairly typical timeframe for the Dutch market. With only 7 homes currently for sale, supply is limited, but the market is not extremely tight.
5 homes in the neighbourhood Oosterwei
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