Centrum Oost, Houten
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Onderdoor sits right in the heart of Houten, above the shopping centre. At 29 m² it is compact, but the energy label A keeps running costs low. The asking price of €268,500 is on the high side for a studio, but reflects the central location. For comparison, see other studios in Houten.
Centrum Oost is a busy, urban neighbourhood with a mix of shops, restaurants and events. One resident says: "I have lived here for 24 years and love the cosiness." Another calls it "a nice place to live and with everything nearby." The area has a high density of addresses and a young population, many singles and couples. Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.5 out of 10. Read more about the neighbourhood Centrum Oost.
For groceries you are just steps away from Jumbo and Albert Heijn. Primary schools are a short walk: Het Mozaïek and De Velduil. Secondary school College de Heemlanden is 335 m away. A park is 300 m from the door. The municipality Houten offers all daily amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via De Keizer makelaars Houten.
Details of this home
Onderdoor 5-205, Houten
Good · 2 residents
I have lived here for 24 years and love the cosiness. Too bad I experience a lot of nuisance from the fair and some events; besides the noise and the rubbish left behind, it is a magnet for rioting youths who fight full-scale battles among themselves and with the police. Nowadays, camera surveillance and a large police force are needed to make it somewhat normal, with varying success.
Auto-translated to English by AIA nice place to live and with everything nearby
Auto-translated to English by AIData from Centrum Oost
17 within 5 km
41 within 5 km
About Onderdoor 5-205, Houten
The price is on the high side for a 29 m² studio, but the central location above the shopping centre and the excellent energy label A justify a premium. Without comparable sales in the immediate area, it is hard to say exactly how it stacks up, but the combination of a prime spot and low energy costs makes it a distinctive offer.
The listing does not mention a service charge. For a studio in a mixed-use building above shops, there is likely a monthly contribution for the building's common areas, but the amount is not stated. You would need to check the VvE documents for the exact figure.
One resident mentions nuisance from the fair and some events, including noise and rubbish, and notes that the area can attract rowdy youths. However, another resident simply calls it a nice place to live. Being above shops, you may hear some street activity, but the double glazing from energy label A should help.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short cycle. Houten has good rail connections, but the station is not within walking distance for a quick trip.
The listing does not mention parking. Given the central location above a shopping centre, there may be paid parking or a permit system. You would need to check with the municipality or the agent for specific arrangements.
The listing states it is a studio of 29 m², so it is an open-plan living/sleeping space with a separate kitchen and bathroom. The exact layout is not described, but typical studios in this building have a combined living and sleeping area.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Centrum Oost
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