Centrum Oost, Houten
NeighbourhoodThis studio sits right above the shopping centre, so you step out of the front door straight into the bustle of Houten's main square. At 30 m² it's compact, but the energy label A keeps running costs low. The asking price of €265,500 is in line with what you'd expect for a studio in this part of town, studios in Houten tend to be keenly priced given the central location.
Centrum Oost is a lively, compact area with a mix of shops, restaurants and homes. Based on two reviews, residents appreciate having everything nearby, one says it's "a nice place to live and with everything nearby". Another, who has lived here 24 years, loves the cosiness but notes nuisance from events and occasional antisocial behaviour. The neighbourhood has a young, urban feel: lots of single-person households and a high address density. For more context, see the Centrum Oost neighbourhood.
Your daily shopping is on your doorstep: Jumbo is just a few steps away, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Lidl is a couple of streets away. For school runs, primary school Het Mozaïek is a five-minute walk and secondary school College de Heemlanden is also within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the park is just around the corner for a breather. All this falls within the municipality of Houten, which keeps the town well connected.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including De Keizer makelaars Houten.
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The price is in line with the market for a studio in Houten's centre. The 30 m² floor area and A energy label are strong points, and the location above the shopping centre adds convenience. Without comparable sales data for this specific building, the asking price appears realistic for what you get.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. That means heating and electricity costs should be relatively low compared to older homes. The building was built in 1985, so the label suggests it has been well insulated or modernised.
The train station is 2.4 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk or a short cycle. Houten station offers direct connections to Utrecht and beyond.
Centrum Oost is a lively, urban neighbourhood with a high density of shops and restaurants. It's popular with singles and young households. Some residents mention noise from events, but overall it's appreciated for its convenience and cosy atmosphere.
Yes, several supermarkets are within walking distance. Jumbo is just 23 metres away, Albert Heijn is 111 metres, and Lidl is 210 metres. You can do your daily shopping without needing a car.
There are several schools nearby. Primary school Het Mozaïek is 469 metres away, and secondary school College de Heemlanden is 335 metres. Both are within a five-minute walk.
The listing does not mention a garden or private outdoor space. The studio is above a shopping centre, so it likely has no garden. There is a park 0.3 km away for outdoor relaxation.
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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