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Muren, Houten
NeighbourhoodThis end-of-terrace house on Grachtmuur 17 sits in a peaceful part of Houten, built in 2006 with a neat 128 m² of living space and a 138 m² plot. The energy label A means it's efficient to run. At €625,000, the asking price is about 30% below the neighbourhood average of €895,500, which makes it a keen entry into the market compared to other end-of-terrace houses in Houten.
Muren is a calm, family-oriented neighbourhood with mostly single-family homes (78%) and a high proportion of owner-occupied properties (85%). The streets are lined with green spaces, a park or public garden is just a couple of streets away. With 2,115 residents and an average household size of 2.8, it's an area where families with children are common. Incomes are around the national average, and the neighbourhood feels safe and well-maintained. There are no resident reviews available, but the figures paint a picture of a stable, quiet community. For more context, see the Muren neighbourhood.
Your morning bread run is easy: Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are both just around the corner, about a ten-minute walk. For schools, there's a special primary school (De Wissel) on your doorstep, and several mainstream primaries within a five-minute walk, including Openbare Daltonbasisschool de Plantage and RK Basisschool De Stek. The train station is a 2.6 km walk or short cycle away, connecting you to Utrecht and beyond. The area is part of the municipality of Houten, which is known for its green spaces and good local amenities.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Hiele & Dalsem Makelaardij and their Funda listing. The market in this neighbourhood moves quickly, homes sell in an average of 19 days, so it's worth keeping an eye on.
Details of this home
Grachtmuur 17, Houten
Data from Muren
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About Grachtmuur 17, Houten
The asking price of €625,000 is about 30% below the neighbourhood average of €895,500, which makes it a keen price compared to other homes in Muren. The average price per m² in the area is €5,511, so at €4,883 per m² this house is priced below that benchmark. Given the quick market (homes sell in 19 days on average), it's priced to attract interest.
Muren is a quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood with mostly single-family homes and a high rate of owner-occupancy. It has a low crime rate (26 total offences) and plenty of green space, a park is just 100 metres away. The population is a mix of families and older residents, with an average household size of 2.8. It's a safe, calm area ideal for those who value peace and community.
Houten train station is 2.6 km from the house, which is about a 30-minute walk or a 10-minute cycle. From there, trains run regularly to Utrecht (about 10 minutes) and other major cities. The station is well-connected, making it a practical option for commuters.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. The nearest is School voor Speciaal Basisonderwijs De Wissel at 215 metres, followed by Openbare Daltonbasisschool de Plantage (514 m) and RK Basisschool De Stek (575 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is about 4 km away, so a bike or bus is needed for older children.
The nearest supermarkets are Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet, both about 868 metres away, a ten-minute walk. There's also a SPAR express about 2 km away. For daily groceries, the Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are the most convenient options, and they're both on the same street.
The home has an energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, 72.7% of homes have label A and 18.2% have label A+, so this house is in line with the local standard. You can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes.
Homes in Muren sell quickly, the average time on the market is just 19 days. This suggests strong demand and a fast-moving market. The asking price of this house is below the neighbourhood average, which may attract even more interest.
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