Boxtel-Centrum, Boxtel
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Spoorstraat sits right in the heart of Boxtel, with a lively daytime atmosphere. At 162 m², it's 80% larger than the average home for sale in the neighbourhood, which is a real standout. The price of €399,500 is on the high side compared to the median of €300,000, but you're getting a lot more space. For context, detached houses in Boxtel are rare, so this is a special find.
The neighbourhood Boxtel-Centrum gets a 7.04 out of 10 from three reviews. One resident says: "Living in the centre is cosy during the day. In the evening, poorly lit streets and shady characters on the street." Another notes: "It's a quiet neighbourhood with plenty of greenery nearby, such as Molenwijk Park. Several supermarkets are easily accessible (5 minutes by bike) and there are 2 chip shops on the street." A third resident mentions a lack of greenery and amenities, but feels safe. The neighbourhood has a mix of owner-occupied and social housing, with many one-person households and a significant share of residents over 65.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Lidl, Aldi, PLUS and SPAR express are all within a ten-minute walk. The Angela School is a couple of streets away, and Basisschool St Petrus is a five-minute walk. For secondary education, Baanderherencollege vmbo is also within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and there's a park or public garden just around the corner. The municipality Boxtel offers a range of amenities, including a GP practice and restaurants nearby.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Van de Langenberg Makelaardij. The energy label is E, which is less efficient than most of the current supply in the neighbourhood, so heating costs are something to expect.
Details of this home
Spoorstraat 38, Boxtel
Good · 3 residents
Living in the centre is cosy during the day. In the evening, poorly lit streets and shady characters on the street. Lots of litter scattered along the Dommel where young people hang out, which attracts rats. Bins are full, they could be emptied more often, especially in the summer.
Auto-translated to English by AIOverall, I enjoy living here. The atmosphere is nice and the people are friendly; you feel a certain sense of community. It feels safe enough to take a walk in the evening, and the houses are well-maintained. However, I do notice that there is too little greenery — there are hardly any trees or parks in the area, which makes it a bit drab. I also miss some amenities like nice cafés, shops, or sports facilities; for that you quickly have to go to another neighbourhood. And public transport isn't great, so without a car it can be a hassle to get anywhere. Explanation of the satisfactory aspects (safety, community, hygiene, housing, education): The neighbourhood generally feels safe, residents keep a good eye out. People know each other a bit and say hello, which makes it pleasant. The streets are kept reasonably clean and rubbish is collected properly. The houses are in good condition, and there are plenty of schools in the area that do fine — not exceptional, but just okay. Explanation of the unsatisfactory aspects (greenery, amenities, accessibility): There is really too little greenery: hardly any trees, no playgrounds or small parks where you can relax. In terms of amenities, the offering is limited, especially if you're looking for something fun to do in the neighbourhood. And accessibility could be better: the bus doesn't run often and the station is far away, which makes it difficult if you don't have a car.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a quiet neighbourhood with plenty of greenery nearby, such as Molenwijk Park. Several supermarkets are easily accessible (5 minutes by bike) and there are 2 chip shops on the street. There is a mix of owner-occupied homes and social housing, which ensures a diverse group of people. It's actually always clean and I have never experienced any nuisance.
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About Spoorstraat 38, Boxtel
The asking price of €399,500 is above the neighbourhood median of €300,000, but this home is 80% larger than the average (162 m² vs 90 m²). Detached houses are rare in Boxtel-Centrum, and the price per m² works out to about €2,467, which is well below the neighbourhood average of €5,297 per m². So you're getting a lot of space for your money, though the energy label E may mean higher running costs.
Boxtel-Centrum scores a 7.04 out of 10 from three resident reviews. It's described as cosy during the day but with some concerns about safety at night. There's a mix of housing and a diverse population. Some residents appreciate the quiet and nearby park, while others note a lack of greenery and amenities. The neighbourhood has many one-person households and a significant elderly population.
The train station is 1.0 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting without needing a car.
Albert Heijn is just 555 metres away, so you can walk there in about five minutes. Lidl, Aldi, PLUS and SPAR express are all within 1.2 km, so you have plenty of options for daily shopping.
The Angela School (primary) is 396 metres away, and Basisschool St Petrus is 731 metres. For secondary education, Baanderherencollege vmbo is 763 metres. All are within walking distance.
The energy label is E, which means the home is not very energy-efficient. In a neighbourhood where most current listings have better labels, you can expect higher heating costs.
The plot size is 265 m², but the listing does not explicitly mention a garden.
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