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Centrum Oost, Houten
NeighbourhoodThis 25 m² studio sits right above the shopping centre, so you step out of the front door straight into the bustle of shops, cafés and restaurants. The home has an energy label A, which keeps running costs low. At €315,000, the price is on the high side compared to other studios in Houten, but the location is hard to beat.
Centrum Oost is a compact neighbourhood with a mix of residents, many singles and couples, plus some families. One resident who has lived here for 24 years says: "I love the cosiness." Another calls it "a nice place to live with everything nearby." The area has a high density of addresses, so it feels urban. Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.5 out of 10. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Centrum Oost.
For groceries, the Jumbo is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Lidl are a couple of streets away. Primary schools like Het Mozaïek and De Velduil are within a five-minute walk, and secondary school College de Heemlanden is also close by. The municipality Houten offers a range of amenities, all easily reachable on foot or by bike.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via De Keizer makelaars Houten.
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At €12,600 per m², this studio is priced above the average for Houten. The premium reflects the location directly above the shopping centre, with shops, restaurants and public transport within walking distance. The energy label A also adds value because it means low energy bills. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value living in the very centre of town.
Living above a shopping centre means you have shops, supermarkets and restaurants on your doorstep, the Jumbo is just 22 metres away. However, one long-term resident mentions nuisance from the fair and events, including noise and rubbish, and occasional issues with youths. The area has camera surveillance and a police presence to manage this. It is a trade-off between convenience and occasional disruption.
The train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a 10-minute bike ride. Buses are also available nearby. The station connects Houten to Utrecht and other cities, making it suitable for commuters.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home has good insulation and low energy consumption, so your heating and electricity bills will be relatively low. It is a positive feature that adds to the affordability of the property.
Yes, a park or public garden is just 0.3 km away, a couple of streets from the studio. It is a five-minute walk, so you can easily enjoy some green space despite living in the centre. The neighbourhood itself is quite urban, but the nearby park offers a place to relax.
The neighbourhood has two reviews with an average score of 7.5 out of 10. One resident of 24 years loves the cosiness but mentions nuisance from events and youth gatherings. Another simply says it is a nice place to live with everything nearby. The reviews give a balanced picture of a lively but occasionally challenging environment.
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
Auto-translated to English by AIFriendly and knowledgeable
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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