Houwerstraat 45

The asking price of €359,000 is 25% above the neighbourhood average of €287,727, so it's on the high side. However, this is an end-of-terrace house with a large plot and an A energy label, which are not typical for the area. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €2,740, and this home works out at €2,872 per m², slightly above average but not extreme for a well-maintained property.

Maria Gewanden is a quiet, residential area with mostly single-family homes. It has a mixed population: about a third of residents are 45,65, a quarter are over 65, and there are also families with children. The crime rate is low, and the area feels safe and well-maintained. It's not a bustling centre, but it's a pleasant place to live if you value peace and space.

The nearest train station is 2.8 km away, which is about a ten-minute cycle or a five-minute drive. It's not within walking distance for most people, but it's close enough for a quick commute by bike or car.

There are several supermarkets within a five-minute walk: Aldi at 640 m, PLUS at 681 m, and Lidl at 685 m. Albert Heijn is about a ten-minute walk at 1 km. So daily shopping is very convenient on foot.

Primary schools within walking distance include Basisschool de Vlieger (600 m) and Basisschool De Regenboog (640 m). For secondary education, Broeklandcollege is 730 m away and Sint-Janscollege is about 1 km. So school runs are short and easy.

The home has an energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, only about 14% of homes have label A or better, so this is a strong point. You can expect relatively low heating costs compared to older homes with lower labels.

The plot is 300 m², which is large for an end-of-terrace house. While the listing does not explicitly mention a garden, the size of the plot suggests there is outdoor space.