Centrum, Hilversum
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Vaartweg sits right in the lively centre of Hilversum, where the streets buzz with cafés and shops. At 37 m² it's a compact space, but the energy label A means it's efficient to run. The rent of €962 is well below the neighbourhood average of €1,921, so it's keenly priced for a central spot. For context, studios in Hilversum vary widely, but this one stands out for its low rent.
Centrum is the beating heart of Hilversum, with a very high address density (4,112 per km²) and a young population, over 40% are between 25 and 45. Many live alone (1,240 one-person households), and the area is packed with restaurants, shops and nightlife. There are no resident reviews available, but the CBS figures paint a picture of a lively, urban community.
Your daily errands are a breeze: Aldi is just around the corner, Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, and Dirk is also within a five-minute walk. For school runs, the Gemeentelijk Gymnasium Hilversum is a five-minute walk, and the Violenschool primary school is also close by. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commutes easy. The municipality of Hilversum offers all the amenities you'd expect from a city centre.
At the time of writing the home is listed via 365Makelaardij and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
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Details of this home
Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredThe WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
About Vaartweg 16A, Hilversum
Yes, it's very competitive. The average rent in Centrum is €1,921, and the median is €1,850. At €962, this studio is about 50% below the neighbourhood average, even though it's smaller than typical (37 m² vs 79 m²). The low price likely reflects the compact size, but for a central studio with an A label, it's a good deal.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. This means the home has low expected energy costs compared to less efficient labels. It's an official registration from EP-Online, so you can rely on the rating.
The train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That makes it easy to reach Amsterdam or Utrecht without needing a car.
Aldi is 343 m away (just around the corner), Albert Heijn is 436 m, and Dirk is 461 m, all within a five-minute walk. Hoogvliet is a bit further at 634 m. You'll have plenty of options for daily groceries.
The CBS data records 777 total crimes in the neighbourhood, but without a breakdown it's hard to judge. Centrum is a busy urban area, so some crime is expected. You can check local police statistics for more detail.
The Gemeentelijk Gymnasium Hilversum (secondary school) is 403 m away, and the Violenschool (primary) is 471 m. Both are within a five-minute walk. There are also several other schools within a kilometre.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €511,054 | €437,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,307 | – |
| Rent price | €1,844 p/m | €1,850 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 p/m | – |
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €490,767 | €432,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,229 | – |
| Rent price | €1,944 p/m | €1,975 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Generally good but things can always be better in my opinion
Auto-translated to English by AISafe neighbourhood, occasionally some nuisance from young people
Auto-translated to English by AIWithin a reasonable distance you have supermarkets or the train station. Easily accessible from the motorway
Auto-translated to English by AIYou can easily get home without worries
Auto-translated to English by AII have lived in the Geuzenbuurt for 16 years, schools, supermarket. The station and the city centre are a 10-minute walk away, there is a playground on every corner. And there are several primary and secondary schools in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AINice area in terms of location, close to the forest, the centre and the cosy Gijsbrecht also nearby. Schools and supermarkets around the corner, really a top location. Fellow residents think too much of themselves. Small gardens, so close together and very noisy. Both young people at night and small children during the day. But a nice mix of ages.
Auto-translated to English by AINeighbourhood itself is fine. Nothing unpleasant. Only the Diependaalselaan is very busy and suffers from exhaust fumes. Speed bumps at the end would make a big difference. They always rev their engines right in front of the flats... Maybe more supervision there...
Auto-translated to English by AIGreat neighbourhood, working-class neighbourhood where everyone looks out for each other and we help each other when necessary without expecting payment.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €606,320 | €542,340 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,348 | – |
| Rent price | €2,117 p/m | €2,107 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Vaartweg 16A, Hilversum
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