Centrum Oost, Houten
This studio on Onderdoor 5-212 sits right in the heart of Houten, above the shopping centre. It's a lively spot, with the Jumbo supermarket just 26 metres away and the station a short stroll. The asking price is €267,500, which is on the high side for a studio of this size. For context, studios in Houten typically go for less per square metre.
Built in 1985, this studio offers a living area of 29 square metres according to the BAG registration. The agent hasn't provided details on the layout, so we can't say how many rooms or bathrooms it has.
The Centrum Oost neighbourhood is compact and lively, with about 1,370 residents. A resident who has lived here for 24 years says: "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." Another resident notes: "A nice place to live and with everything nearby." Across the district, residents give an average score of 7.71, based on three reviews. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with 31% between 25 and 45.
Everything you need is close by. The Jumbo is on your doorstep, with Albert Heijn and Lidl just around the corner. For schools, Het Mozaïek and Openbare basisschool De Velduil are a five-minute walk away. The GP practice Medisch Centrum Molenzoom is a couple of streets away, and Boots Apotheek Houten is even closer. For public transport, bus stops at Het Kant and Station Houten are nearby, with lines including 32, 43, 44, 47, 48, N4 and Flex. The train station Houten is just 47 metres away, and the municipality of Houten offers further connections.
This listing does not state the energy label, so that information is missing. Regarding address risks, the noise level from road traffic is 40 dB Lden, which is below the norm, but railway noise is 66 dB Lden, above the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, and flood risk is currently elevated but low by 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Keizer makelaars Houten on Funda.
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Details of this home
About Onderdoor 5-212, Houten
The asking price is €267,500. Based on the living area of 29 square metres (according to the BAG registration), that works out to €9,224 per square metre. This is on the high side compared to other studios in Houten, but the location above the shopping centre and near the station may justify it for some buyers.
This means you won't know the official energy efficiency rating before viewing.
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is used for taxes and can give an indication of the property's worth. Since it's not stated, you may want to check with the municipality or ask the agent for this information.
According to area-level data, road traffic noise is 40 dB Lden, which is below the Dutch norm. However, railway noise is 66 dB Lden, which is above the norm. This means you may hear trains from the nearby station. These are indications for the area, not a measurement inside the home.
The area-level flood risk is currently elevated, but by 2050 it is expected to be low. Pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is also elevated. These are indications based on climate models, not a guarantee. The foundation risk is low, though the soil is clay, which can be sensitive to settling.
The Jumbo is just 26 metres away, literally on your doorstep. Albert Heijn is 104 metres away, and Lidl is 211 metres away. So you have three major supermarkets within a couple of minutes' walk, which is very convenient for daily groceries.
There are several schools within walking distance. Het Mozaïek, a primary school, is 474 metres away. Openbare basisschool De Velduil is 535 metres away. For secondary education, College de Heemlanden is 322 metres away, and Yuverta vmbo Houten is 631 metres away.
The nearest bus stop is Houten, Het Kant, 155 metres away, with Flex service. Houten, Station Houten is 268 metres away, with lines 32, 43, 44, 47, 48, N4 and Flex. The train station Houten is just 47 metres away, offering rail connections.
Centrum Oost is a lively neighbourhood with about 1,370 residents. Residents of the district give an average score of 7.71. One resident says: "A nice place to live and with everything nearby." Another mentions the cosiness but also nuisance from events. It's a mixed area with a high proportion of one-person households (56%).
The listing does not state the energy label. The agent has not published this field. Other details like the number of rooms or bathrooms are also not provided. This means you'll need to rely on the viewing to assess the property's condition and features.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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
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How residents experience their district
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 AIIt's a nice neighbourhood. You're in the centre of Houten in no time, but you can also easily get to Utrecht, Den Bosch, etc. by train and car. Furthermore, there is a lot of nature nearby and around the house, which I really appreciate. There are also many schools in Houten or near Houten. Another advantage is that there are no large apartment blocks and all the houses match each other well. A downside is that in general there have been many (attempted) burglaries in Houten lately. Moreover, houses in Houten are extremely expensive, making it impossible for starters to afford a house or apartment here.
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| Rent price | €1,870 p/m | €2,200 p/m |
|---|---|---|
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Always something to do and almost always quiet
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Auto-translated to English by AIVery friendly and helpful
Auto-translated to English by AIWhen I came to live here 3.5 years ago, the neighbourhood was much safer than nowadays, but I can't complain about facilities and accessibility. There's nothing to say about the living itself and the location. But regarding safety: there are many incidents at Castellum around the ATM daily and with drunk homeless people harassing multiple people. This was not the case before to this extent.
Auto-translated to English by AIEvery now and then there's a smell of weed, but I can get used to it.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is generally very safe, sometimes there are some noisy teenagers but they don't really cause any harm. My neighbours are very friendly, I've become good friends with a few. There isn't much litter on the streets and the green areas are always nice. Everything is easily accessible on foot or by bike. There are many primary schools but the quality varies a bit. As I said at the beginning, there could be more facilities.
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople are friendly and helpful
Auto-translated to English by AII live in a good and healthy neighbourhood. Good contact with neighbours and lots of nature nearby.
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| Sale price | €756,896 | €717,125 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,714 | – |
| Rent price | €1,685 p/m | €1,732 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 p/m | – |
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