Leonardus, Helmond
NeighbourhoodThis 1925 corner house on 't Bijsterveld sits in the heart of Helmond, where the streets have a lived-in, slightly unpolished feel. At €449,000, the asking price is exactly the neighbourhood median, which feels fair given the size and character, though the energy label F means heating costs will be a real factor. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Helmond vary widely in price and condition.
Leonardus is a dense, urban neighbourhood (over 3,000 addresses per km²) with mostly pre-war terraced houses. One resident describes it as a place where "houses are being renovated and insulated on the outside, but residents remain the same, poor or no maintenance of front and back gardens. No waste enforcement." Another gives the area a 8.5, so opinions differ. The neighbourhood Leonardus has a youngish population, with many families and singles, and average incomes are modest.
For groceries, you have a Lidl just around the corner and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. Bread and basics are within a five-minute walk. Schools are close too: Brede basisschool De Vuurvogel is a five-minute walk, and the Dr. Knippenbergcollege is about ten minutes away. The municipality Helmond keeps the city centre within easy reach.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Adriaan van den Heuvel makelaars en adviseurs.
Details of this home
't Bijsterveld 2, Helmond
Good · 2 residents
Houses are being renovated and insulated on the outside, but residents remain the same, poor or no maintenance of front and back gardens. No waste enforcement.
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About 't Bijsterveld 2, Helmond
The asking price matches the neighbourhood median exactly, which suggests it's in line with the market. However, the energy label F means you'll face higher energy costs than a modern home, so factor that into your budget. The house is 134 m² with a 248 m² plot, which is generous for the area.
Leonardus is a very urban area with a mix of families and singles. One resident notes that while houses are being renovated, front and back gardens often go untended and waste enforcement is lacking. Another gives the neighbourhood a high score, so it really depends on your tolerance for a slightly scruffy but lively street scene.
Helmond's train station is 1.7 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. That gives you direct connections to Eindhoven and beyond.
You have a Lidl within a five-minute walk and an Albert Heijn just a bit further. For primary education, Brede basisschool De Vuurvogel is about 500 m away, and secondary schools like Dr. Knippenbergcollege are within 700 m.
The house was built in 1925, so it likely has single glazing, poor insulation, and an old heating system. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for the area. You'll need to budget for higher energy bills.
Currently, only three homes are for sale in Leonardus, with prices ranging from €300,000 to €475,000. That's a very limited supply, so this corner house is one of the few options if you want to live in this part of Helmond.
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