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Thorn, Maasgouw
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Past Woutersstraat sits in the historic town of Thorn, known for its whitewashed buildings. With 115 m² of living space, it's compact for a detached home, 48% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 223 m². The price of €469,500 is on the high side compared to the median of €515,000 in Thorn, but the large plot of 474 m² adds value. For context, detached houses in Maasgouw typically command a premium.
Thorn is a small town with 2,375 residents, many of whom are older, 32% are 65 or over. It's a quiet, rural setting with a low population density (406 addresses per km²). One resident says: "It's a peaceful village with a strong community feel." Another notes: "The historic centre is beautiful, but you need a car for most errands." The municipality Maasgouw covers several similar villages along the Meuse.
For daily shopping, Aldi is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. Basisschool De Koningsspil is on your doorstep, making the school run easy. There's also a GP and a restaurant within a five-minute walk. The nearest secondary school is 9.7 km away, so older children travel further.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Roel Cremer Makelaardij en Taxaties.
Details of this home
Past Woutersstraat 8, Thorn
Data from Thorn
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About Past Woutersstraat 8, Thorn
The asking price of €469,500 is below the neighbourhood median of €515,000, but the home is also smaller than average (115 m² vs 223 m²). On a per-square-metre basis, it works out to about €4,083/m², which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €2,810/m². So while the total price is lower, you're paying a premium for the smaller footprint and large plot.
Energy label F means the home is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a more modern home. In Thorn, 40% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for the area. The home was built in 1959, so it likely has original single glazing and poor insulation.
The plot measures 474 m², which is generous for a home of this size. That gives you plenty of outdoor space, a garden, driveway, or both. The home itself has 115 m² of living space spread over two floors (typical for a 1959 build).
Thorn is a quiet, rural village with a high proportion of older residents (32% over 65). It's not very urban (urbanity score 5, the lowest), so you'll need a car for most trips. The historic centre is a draw, and the community is described as close-knit. There are few amenities within walking distance beyond a supermarket and a primary school.
The nearest train station is 12.3 km away, so it's not within walking distance. You'd need to drive or take a bus to reach it. The station itself is not named in the listing, but it's likely in a nearby town.
Yes, Basisschool De Koningsspil is just 287 m away, an easy walk. There are several other primary schools within 5 km, but the nearest secondary school is 9.7 km away, so older children will need transport.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Thorn
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