Leeuwerikweide 2
Weiden, Houten
AreaA bright end-of-terrace home in Houten
Tucked away in the Weiden neighbourhood of Houten, this end-of-terrace house from 1984 offers a comfortable family layout across three floors. With five rooms and four bedrooms, there is plenty of space for a growing household. The asking price of €650,000 is 3% below the WOZ value, which the agent describes as keen compared to the average asking price in the area. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Houten typically sit in a similar price bracket.
The home itself
According to the agent, the home spans 125 m² of living space, while the BAG registration lists 121 m². The plot is 243 m² in both records. The layout includes five rooms, four bedrooms, one bathroom, and a single toilet, spread over three floors. The property has a volume of 451 m³ and comes with an energy label B, which is an efficient label, so expect moderate energy costs.
Life in Weiden
Weiden is a small neighbourhood with around 1,700 residents, and the homes here are mostly owner-occupied. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.71, based on three reviews. One resident says: "A nice place to live and with everything nearby." Another adds: "It's a nice neighbourhood. You're in the centre of Houten in no time, but you can also easily get to Utrecht, Den Bosch, etc. by train and car." The same resident notes that "there are no large apartment blocks and all the houses match each other well." A third resident, who has lived here for 24 years, mentions enjoying the cosiness but also experiencing nuisance from the fair and some events. For more on the area, see the Weiden neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Lidl a couple of streets away. Christelijke basisschool De Triangel Houten is a five-minute walk, and Yuverta vmbo Houten is also within walking distance. The GP practice Medisch Centrum Molenzoom is a ten-minute walk, and Boots Apotheek Houten is just around the corner. The nearest bus stop, Houten, De Haag, is on your doorstep and served by Flex line. Houten train station is a five-minute walk away, and the Diakonessenhuis hospital in Utrecht is about 5 km. The municipality of Houten offers a range of facilities within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €672,000, and the asking price sits 3% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 80%, from €374,000 to €672,000. As for the area, the road traffic noise level is 49 dB, which is above the norm, while railway noise is 41 dB, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding risk is low, and the current flood risk is elevated, though by 2050 it is projected to be low. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via Makelaardij Van Bruggen.
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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.
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About Leeuwerikweide 2, Houten
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €650,000 is 3% below the WOZ value of €672,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is lower than the municipal valuation. The WOZ value is the official valuation used by the municipality for tax purposes, not the current market value, so the comparison is a factual one without implying anything about the final sale price.
What is the layout of this end-of-terrace house?
The home has five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread across three floors. The living area is 125 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 121 m². The plot is 243 m². The property also has a volume of 451 m³, giving a sense of the overall space available.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has an energy label B, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The label reflects the official energy performance rating of the home, though it does not say anything specific about the insulation or installations beyond what is stated in the listing.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.71, based on three reviews. One resident says it is "a nice place to live and with everything nearby." Another appreciates the quick access to Houten's centre and the train connections to Utrecht and Den Bosch, while noting there have been many attempted burglaries in Houten lately. A third resident, who has lived there for 24 years, enjoys the cosiness but mentions nuisance from the fair and some events.
What are the nearest schools and supermarkets?
Christelijke basisschool De Triangel Houten is about 431 metres away, and Yuverta vmbo Houten is 553 metres away. For groceries, the nearest Jumbo is 602 metres, with Albert Heijn at 703 metres and Lidl at 705 metres. There are also several other supermarkets within a short distance, giving plenty of choice for daily shopping.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
The nearest bus stop is Houten, De Haag, at 132 metres, served by the Flex line. Houten train station is 619 metres away, which is about a five-minute walk.
What is the foundation risk indication for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public area-level data. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication from sources like the Atlas Leefomgeving, not an inspection of this specific home, so it should be read as a general indication rather than a verdict on the property itself.
What are the flood and heat stress risks in this area?
The pluvial flooding risk is low, meaning heavy rain is unlikely to cause significant water accumulation. The current flood risk is elevated, though by 2050 it is projected to be low. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not specific to this home.
