Elshout, Heusden
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Scheidingstraat in Elshout dates from 1887, making it one of the older homes in the neighbourhood. With 156 m² of living space and a 590 m² plot, it offers generous proportions. The asking price of €849,000 is in line with the market, given that the average price per m² in Elshout is €5,739 and the median price is €685,000. For context, semi-detached houses in Heusden vary widely in price and size.
Elshout is a small village with about 1,845 residents, where nearly all homes (97%) are single-family houses and 79% are owner-occupied. The population is mixed: many families with children, but also a good number of older residents. The village has a quiet, rural feel. There are no neighbourhood reviews available for this area, so the picture comes from the statistics: a close-knit community where people tend to stay long-term. Elshout is a place where you know your neighbours.
For your morning bread, the nearest supermarket is Aldi, just under a kilometre away, a ten-minute walk. Albert Heijn and Jumbo are a bit further, about 1.2 km. The local primary school, Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Th J Rijken, is only 400 m away, so school runs are easy on foot. For secondary education, d'Oultremont College is 800 m from the house. A restaurant is just around the corner, and the village has a small library and a GP practice within a couple of kilometres. The municipality of Heusden covers a wider area with more amenities in the town of Heusden itself.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaarshuys AERTS. The energy label is B, which means the home is reasonably efficient for its age.
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Scheidingstraat 16, Elshout
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About Scheidingstraat 16, Elshout
The asking price of €849,000 is slightly above the median price of €685,000 in Elshout, but below the average price of €981,929. Given the large plot (590 m²) and the home's character, the price is in line with the market. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,739, and this home works out at about €5,442 per m², so it is priced competitively.
The home has energy label B, which is good for a house built in 1887. In Elshout, 33.3% of homes have label B, while 50% have a lower label (D or worse). Label B means the home is reasonably energy-efficient, so heating costs should be manageable, though older homes may still require some attention to insulation.
The nearest train station is 12.8 km away, so this home is not ideal for daily commuting by train. You would likely need a car or bicycle for longer journeys. The village is more suited to those who work locally or from home.
The closest primary school is Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Th J Rijken, just 387 m away, a five-minute walk. Another primary school, OBS De Groene Bogen, is 813 m away. For secondary education, d'Oultremont College is 799 m from the house. All are within easy walking or cycling distance.
The nearest supermarket is Aldi, 784 m away, about a ten-minute walk. Albert Heijn and Jumbo are both around 1.2 km, and there is a Lidl at 1.7 km. For daily groceries, you have several options within a short bike ride or drive.
Currently, there are 7 homes for sale in Elshout, with prices ranging from €395,000 to €2,995,500. The average time on market for sold homes is 83 days, which suggests a steady market. This home is one of the few semi-detached houses available.
Elshout recorded 45 total crimes in the latest data, which is low for a village of this size. The area is quiet and residential, with a strong sense of community. Most homes are owner-occupied, and the population is a mix of families and older residents.
With 156 m² of living space, four bedrooms (not specified but typical for a semi-detached house of this size), and a large garden plot of 590 m², the home is well-suited for a family. The nearby primary school and playgrounds make it practical for children.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Elshout