Schoonhoven-Oude Stad, Krimpenerwaard
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Spoorsingel sits in the historic heart of Schoonhoven, a town known for its silver heritage. With 223 m² of living space and a generous 3035 m² plot, it offers rare proportions for the area. The home dates from 1912 and has an A+++ energy label, so it's both characterful and efficient. At €470,000, the asking price is 17% below the neighbourhood average of €569,565, making it keenly priced compared to other detached houses in Krimpenerwaard.
The neighbourhood Schoonhoven-Oude Stad is the old town centre, with a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities. One resident describes it as "Old but gold", adding: "Lovely to live here. Everything you need is nearby, the houses and surroundings are beautiful. The only downside is that it's almost impossible to find a home." The neighbourhood has a moderate urban density (1349 addresses per km²) and a mix of households: many singles and couples, with a fair share of families and older residents. Most homes are pre-war (62.9%), and 61% are owner-occupied.
For your morning bread run, PLUS is just around the corner, and Lidl and SPAR are also a couple of streets away. Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. Primary school obs Koningin Emma is on your doorstep, and the Schoonhovens College secondary school is just a couple of streets away. A park or public garden is a couple of streets away, and the municipality Krimpenerwaard offers plenty of countryside for weekend walks.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Van Herk Makelaars Schoonhoven.
Details of this home
Spoorsingel 11, Schoonhoven
Good · 1 resident
Lovely to live here. Everything you need is nearby, the houses and surroundings are beautiful. The only downside is that it's almost impossible to find a home.
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About Spoorsingel 11, Schoonhoven
The asking price of €470,000 is 17% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€569,565) and also below the median of €509,500. Given the large floor area (223 m²) and plot (3035 m²), the price per m² is well below the neighbourhood average of €4,961. So it appears keenly priced for what it offers.
The home has an energy label A+++, which is the highest possible rating. This means it is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. In the neighbourhood, only 37.8% of homes have label A or better, so this is a standout feature.
The plot measures 3035 m², which is exceptionally large for a home in this area. It offers plenty of space for a garden, outdoor activities, or even extensions (subject to planning permission). The neighbourhood average plot size is not given, but the home's plot is clearly a major asset.
Schoonhoven-Oude Stad is the historic centre with a mix of old and new. One resident calls it 'Old but gold', praising the beautiful surroundings and nearby amenities. The only downside mentioned is the difficulty of finding a home here. The area has a moderate urban feel, with shops, schools, and parks within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 13.2 km away, so this home is not ideal for daily commuting by rail. However, Schoonhoven is well-connected by road and bus services.
Primary school obs Koningin Emma is just 322 m away, and RK basisschool de Krullevaar is 486 m. For secondary education, Schoonhovens College (Albert Plesmanstraat) is 354 m away. Several other schools are within a short distance.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Schoonhoven-Oude Stad