Busken Huetplein 5
Schrijverskwartier, Hilversum
AreaA classic terraced house by the park
This 1929 terraced house sits on the edge of the Schrijverskwartier, a quiet residential area in Hilversum's Zuid district. The setting is special: the home faces a park and a quiet road, yet the town centre is within easy reach. With a price of €795,000, the asking price is 16% below the average asking price of €941,625 for terraced houses in Hilversum, which puts it on the low side compared to the local market.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a single-family terraced house with five rooms, four bedrooms, and two bathrooms spread over three floors. The living area is listed at 131 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 138 m²; the plot is 169 m² according to both. The home has a front and rear garden, with the rear garden facing southeast and accessible via the back alley, plus a balcony. It is fully owned, and the agent notes insulation in the roof, double glazing, and HR glass, and a central heating boiler. The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs.
The Schrijverskwartier
This is a neighbourhood where most homes were built before 1945, and nearly all are owner-occupied single-family houses. With about 2,240 residents, it feels established and family-oriented. Residents across the municipality of Hilversum give their living environment an average score of 7.61, based on 31 reviews. One resident notes: "Generally good but things can always be better in my opinion." Another mentions the area is "Safe neighbourhood, occasionally some nuisance from young people." A third appreciates the accessibility: "Within a reasonable distance you have supermarkets or the train station. Easily accessible from the motorway." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not this specific neighbourhood. For a closer look at the Schrijverskwartier neighbourhood, you can see what's on offer.
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are never far: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a SPAR express is a couple of streets away. For school runs, Openbare Basisschool Elckerlyc is on your doorstep, and Dr. H. Bavinckschool is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Eedenburgh Huisartsen, is a couple of streets away, and the BENU pharmacy is even closer. Public transport is handy: bus stop Hilversum, Loosdrechtseweg with lines 1 and 121 is just around the corner, and Hilversum train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area offers plenty, as part of the municipality of Hilversum.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. According to public address data, the noise levels from road, rail, and air traffic are all below the legal standards. The foundation risk indication is low, based on the sandy soil and the pre-1970 construction year. For climate risks, the area shows a medium indication for pluvial flooding during heavy rain, while flood risk is low now and in 2050; heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Alma & Tijhuis Makelaars-Taxateurs B.V. and their listing on Funda.
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About Busken Huetplein 5, Hilversum
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €795,000 is 16% below the average asking price of €941,625 for homes in the Schrijverskwartier. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €6,232, while this home is listed at €6,069 per m² based on the agent's floor area. This puts the asking price on the low side relative to the local market.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this is a single-family terraced house with five rooms, including four bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 131 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 138 m². The plot is 169 m². There is a front and rear garden, with the rear garden facing southeast and accessible via the back alley, plus a balcony.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not available for this property at this time. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Public data indicates that noise levels from road traffic are 42 dB Lden, from rail traffic 25 dB Lden, and from air traffic 44 dB Lden, all for the reference years 2022 and 2023. These levels are all below the legal noise standards. This is an area-level indication, not a measurement at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. This is based on the sandy soil type and the fact that the home was built before 1970, in 1929. This is an area-level indication and does not constitute an inspection of the specific property.
What are the climate risks for this area?
Public climate data indicates a medium risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, while the flood risk from rivers or the sea is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications and not specific to this home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. An Albert Heijn is about 478 metres away, a SPAR express is about 559 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is about 622 metres away. For a wider choice, there are 23 supermarkets within 5 kilometres.
What schools are close to this home?
Openbare Basisschool Elckerlyc is about 349 metres away, and Dr. H. Bavinckschool is about 529 metres away. For secondary education, Gemeentelijk Gymnasium Hilversum is about 570 metres away. There are 60 schools within 5 kilometres in total.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Hilversum, Loosdrechtseweg, about 399 metres away, served by lines 1 and 121. Another stop, Hilversum, Oude Haven, is about 478 metres away with line 104. Hilversum train station is about 1.7 kilometres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Schrijverskwartier is a residential area in Hilversum Zuid, with about 2,240 residents. Most homes are owner-occupied single-family houses, and nearly all were built before 1945. Residents across the municipality give their living environment an average score of 7.61, with comments about safety and accessibility, though these reviews reflect the wider municipality.
