A 1923 semi-detached house in the heart of Hilversum
This 1923 semi-detached house sits on Kapelstraat, a quiet road in the centre of Hilversum, where the bustle of shops and cafés is just around the corner. With five rooms spread over three floors, it offers a classic layout with a modern touch. The asking price is €595,000. For context, the [semi-detached houses in Hilversum] currently listed average around €579,000.
The home itself
The agent describes a home with five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed at 101 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 102 m². The plot measures 126 m² according to both sources. There is a rear garden of 42 m² facing east, accessible via the back alley, plus a front garden. The property is freehold, with partial double glazing, HR glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a combination boiler and a wood stove.
Life on Kapelstraat
Kapelstraat is part of [the Centrum neighbourhood], a lively area where most homes were built before 1945. Residents across the municipality of Hilversum give their living environment an average score of 7.61, based on 31 reviews. One resident says: "Generally good but things can always be better in my opinion." Another notes: "Within a reasonable distance you have supermarkets or the train station. Easily accessible from the motorway." The neighbourhood itself has about 3,880 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 57%.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well served here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with Dirk and Hoogvliet a couple of streets away. The Paulusschool primary school is a five-minute walk, and the St. Aloysius College secondary school is just around the corner. The GP practice Medisch Centrum de Artsenij is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy Apotheek CasaCura is on your doorstep. Bus stops on Kapelstraat and Langestraat, served by lines 1, 5, 6, 104, 106 and 121, are just around the corner, and Hilversum train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Hilversum offers all this within a compact, walkable centre.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €499,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 19% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 51%, from €330,000 to €499,000. According to public address-level data, the road traffic noise level is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, based on the sandy soil and the pre-1970 construction year. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Alma & Tijhuis Makelaars-Taxateurs B.V. and their listing on Funda.
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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 Kapelstraat 37, Hilversum
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €595,000 is 19% above the WOZ value of €499,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The difference is a precomputed comparison, and it is up to you to interpret what it means for the asking price.
What is the layout of this semi-detached house?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed at 101 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 102 m². The plot measures 126 m². There is a rear garden of 42 m² facing east, accessible via the back alley, plus a front garden.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared to more efficient homes. The agent notes that the home has partial double glazing, HR glazing and wall insulation, which may help with energy efficiency, but the label itself does not guarantee a specific level of insulation.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. This is based on the sandy soil type and the fact that the home was built before 1970, in 1923. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of the specific property. No further details are provided in the listing.
What are the nearest amenities and transport options?
The Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep, with Dirk and Hoogvliet a couple of streets away. The Paulusschool primary school is a five-minute walk, and the St. Aloysius College secondary school is just around the corner. The GP practice Medisch Centrum de Artsenij is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy Apotheek CasaCura is on your doorstep. Bus stops on Kapelstraat and Langestraat, served by lines 1, 5, 6, 104, 106 and 121, are just around the corner, and Hilversum train station is a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Centrum neighbourhood in Hilversum is a lively area where most homes were built before 1945. Residents across the municipality of Hilversum give their living environment an average score of 7.61, based on 31 reviews. One resident says: "Generally good but things can always be better in my opinion." Another notes: "Within a reasonable distance you have supermarkets or the train station. Easily accessible from the motorway." The neighbourhood has about 3,880 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 57%.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home rose by 51%, from €330,000 to €499,000. This is a precomputed figure based on the municipal valuations. The WOZ value is used for property tax purposes and does not necessarily reflect the current market value, but it gives an indication of how the value has changed over time.
Is the home freehold or leasehold?
The agent states that the property is freehold, meaning you own the land and the building outright. This is a straightforward ownership situation, with no ground lease or associated fees to consider. The listing does not mention any other ownership arrangements.
