A 1908 end-of-terrace house in the heart of Bussum
This end-of-terrace house on Herenstraat 55B sits in Spiegelzicht, a small neighbourhood in the centre of Bussum, within the municipality of Gooise Meren. Built in 1908, it has a classic pre-war character that fits right in with the surrounding streets. The asking price is €550,000. For context, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €919,750, and the average asking price per m² is €5,955, while this home is listed at €7,639 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you are looking at end-of-terrace houses in Gooise Meren, this one stands out for its age and central position.
The home itself
According to the agent, the house has 3 rooms, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom spread over 2 floors, with a total volume of 272 m³. There is a balcony, and the property is in full ownership. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The living area is listed as 72 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 62 m². The plot measures 54 m² according to both sources. The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. The house was built in 1908, a fact that speaks to its age but says nothing about its condition.
Spiegelzicht, a small centre neighbourhood
Spiegelzicht is a compact neighbourhood with around 1,130 residents, and it sits right in the middle of Bussum. Residents of the district, which includes the surrounding area, give it an average score of 8.39 based on three reviews. One resident says: "Right in the centre so plenty to do. Also everything is within walking distance, which makes it ideal to live." Another adds: "Quiet, tidy neighbourhood. Friendly people. Always people on the street. Lots of schoolchildren. Safe roads." The reviews reflect a place where people know each other and where daily life is easy. About 60% of the homes in the neighbourhood are owner-occupied, and many of the buildings date from before 1945. For a closer look at the Spiegelzicht neighbourhood, the resident perspective is a good starting point.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Nettorama a couple of streets away and SPAR express within a five-minute walk. For school runs, the Katholieke Basisschool Sint Vitus is a couple of streets away, and the Volantcollege for secondary education is also close by. The BENU Apotheek Schermer is just around the corner, and Huisartsen Kievit is a five-minute walk. For public transport, bus stop Bussum, Olmenlaan is just around the corner with line 5, and Bussum, Nieuwe Brink is nearby with lines 109 and N32. The nearest train station is Naarden-Bussum, a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of the municipality of Gooise Meren covers the wider area around Bussum.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €215,000 as of the reference date 2025-01-01. The asking price is 156% above this WOZ value, a comparison that reflects the difference between the municipal valuation and the current asking price. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 400%, from €43,000 to €215,000. As for the address, the area-level risk data shows a medium foundation risk indication, which is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are all area-level indications from public data sources.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Boshem Wonen Makelaardij and Boshem Wonen Makelaardij on Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Herenstraat 55B, Bussum
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price is €550,000. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €919,750, and the average asking price per m² is €5,955, while this home is listed at €7,639 per m² based on the agent's floor area. These figures are provided for context, without any judgement on whether the price is high or low.
What is the layout of this end-of-terrace house?
According to the agent, the house has 3 rooms, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom spread over 2 floors. There is a balcony, and the property is in full ownership. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The living area is listed as 72 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 62 m². The plot measures 54 m² according to both sources.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €215,000 as of the reference date 2025-01-01. The asking price is 156% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 400%, from €43,000 to €215,000. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, and it is used for tax purposes.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The area-level foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on public data from KCAF and the Atlas Leefomgeving, and it is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1908, and the postcode area is a KCAF attention area where 100% of properties were built before 1970. The soil type is sand.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Nettorama a couple of streets away and SPAR express within a five-minute walk. The Katholieke Basisschool Sint Vitus is a couple of streets away, and the Volantcollege for secondary education is also close by. The BENU Apotheek Schermer is just around the corner, and Huisartsen Kievit is a five-minute walk.
What public transport options are nearby?
Bus stop Bussum, Olmenlaan is just around the corner with line 5, and Bussum, Nieuwe Brink is nearby with lines 109 and N32. The nearest train station is Naarden-Bussum, a ten-minute walk away. These options connect the home to the wider area, though specific destinations and travel times are not stated.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the district, which includes the surrounding area, give it an average score of 8.39 based on three reviews. One resident says: "Right in the centre so plenty to do. Also everything is within walking distance, which makes it ideal to live." Another adds: "Quiet, tidy neighbourhood. Friendly people. Always people on the street. Lots of schoolchildren. Safe roads."
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient labels. The label does not say anything about the structural condition of the home. The house was built in 1908, and the agent does not mention any specific insulation features in the listing.
