Bloemenkwartier Zuid, Hilversum
NeighbourhoodThis 1936 semi-detached house on Lijsterbeslaan sits in a quiet, tree-lined street in Hilversum's Bloemenkwartier Zuid. With 181 m² of living space and a 355 m² plot, it is one of the larger homes in the area. The price of €1,285,000 is 82% above the neighbourhood average of €706,750, making it the most expensive of the 14 homes currently for sale here, a reflection of its size and character. For context, semi-detached houses in Hilversum are a sought-after type in this market.
Bloemenkwartier Zuid is a residential area with a high proportion of single-family homes (79%) and a mix of ages: two-thirds of homes were built before 1945. The neighbourhood has 4,655 residents, with many households consisting of couples with children. Incomes are above average for the region. The area feels calm and leafy, with parks and green spaces within walking distance. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the data paints a picture of a stable, family-oriented community. The Bloemenkwartier Zuid neighbourhood is known for its pre-war architecture and spacious streets.
For your morning bread, the Albert Heijn is just a couple of streets away. Several primary schools are within easy walking distance: the Goudenregenschool is just around the corner, and the Fabritiusschool is a five-minute walk. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.6 km away. A GP is 800 m from the door, and the train station is 2 km away, a 25-minute walk or short cycle. The area is densely urban (address density 3,094 per km²), so amenities are close at hand. The municipality of Hilversum offers a good range of shops, restaurants and cultural venues.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via VAN VULPEN ROOZENBURG MAKELAARS.
Details of this home
Lijsterbeslaan 10, Hilversum
Data from Bloemenkwartier Zuid
Data from Bloemenkwartier Zuid
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About Lijsterbeslaan 10, Hilversum
The asking price is 82% above the neighbourhood average of €706,750, making it the most expensive home currently for sale in Bloemenkwartier Zuid. However, with 181 m² of floor area, it is also 55% larger than the average home in the area (117 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €7,100, which is above the neighbourhood average of €6,012 per m². Whether it is fair depends on how you value the extra space and the pre-war character.
The home has energy label C. This is a middling score: it means the property is reasonably efficient but not as good as modern standards. In the neighbourhood, 26.7% of homes have label C, while 60% have a label D or lower. You can expect moderate heating costs, but improvements like better insulation or double glazing could bring the label up.
At 181 m², this house is 55% larger than the neighbourhood average of 117 m². It is one of the biggest homes currently for sale in Bloemenkwartier Zuid. The plot of 355 m² also gives you a generous garden and outdoor space.
Bloemenkwartier Zuid is a family-friendly area with many households with children. The streets are quiet and green, and there are several primary schools within walking distance, such as Goudenregenschool (289 m) and Fabritiusschool (529 m). The housing stock is mostly pre-war single-family homes, giving the area a settled, established feel.
Hilversum train station is 2 km from the house, which is about a 25-minute walk or a 10-minute cycle. From there, you can reach Amsterdam in about 30 minutes and Utrecht in about 20 minutes.
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 639 m, just a couple of streets away. There are also several other supermarkets within 1.5 km. A GP is 800 m away, and restaurants are within 500 m. The area is densely urban, so most daily needs are within walking distance.
The house was built in 1936, so it is nearly 90 years old. Pre-war homes often have solid construction and character features, but may need updates to insulation, wiring or plumbing. The energy label C suggests some modernisation has been done, but you should budget for ongoing maintenance.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Bloemenkwartier Zuid