A bright spot by the park
This terraced house on Buurtspoor 17 sits in the Sporen neighbourhood of Houten, a spot that feels open and light. The setting is described as being next to a park, in a residential area, with an open position and free views. The asking price of €545,000 is keen, sitting 17% below the average asking price of €658,500 for homes in this neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price per square metre here is €5,813, and this home is listed at €5,619 per square metre. If you are looking at [terraced houses in Houten], this one stands out for its price position.
Inside the home
Built in 1999, this three-storey family home offers five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 109 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent states 97 m². The plot measures 137 m². The home is fully insulated and heated by district heating with partial underfloor heating. There is a back garden of 50 m² facing northwest, accessible via the back alley, plus a front garden. You own the property outright, with no leasehold.
Life in Sporen
Sporen is a neighbourhood where residents of the wider district give an average score of 8.18 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "It is a very good neighbourhood," while another notes, "Beautiful surroundings and clean." A third resident describes a friendly community: "We accept parcels for each other, greet each other, now and then we talk to each other, went on baby visits, neighbourhood party, occasionally visit, share/swap the newspaper, we just don't wear out each other's doorsteps." The district has about 1,520 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific street. For more on the area, see [the Sporen neighbourhood].
Daily essentials and getting around
For groceries, Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are both just around the corner, with Jumbo a bit further. Primary schools are close by: Openbare Basisschool Ridderspoor is a couple of streets away, and RKBS de Vlinder is a five-minute walk. The GP practice at Medisch Centrum Hofspoor is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy is nearby too. For public transport, the bus stop Houten, Loericker Stee is on your doorstep with Flex line, and Houten Castellum train station is a couple of streets away. The municipality of Houten offers these amenities within easy reach, as detailed on [the municipality of Houten].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €592,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 89%, from €314,000 to €592,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 38 dB Lden and from rail traffic 44 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. For climate, pluvial flooding risk is low, current flood risk is elevated, and by 2050 flood risk is low. Heat stress is currently low, but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Reinerie Garantiemakelaars.
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The 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.
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About Buurtspoor 17, Houten
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €545,000 is 8% below the WOZ value of €592,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. This means the asking price is lower than the official valuation, but that does not automatically indicate a bargain or an overpriced listing.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
This is a three-storey family home with five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 109 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 97 m². The plot is 137 m². There is a back garden of 50 m² facing northwest, accessible via the back alley, plus a front garden.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The home is also described as fully insulated, with district heating and partial underfloor heating. However, the label itself does not guarantee specific costs, as usage patterns vary.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, but the risk level is still low. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. No further action is suggested by the data.
What are the nearby amenities for daily life?
Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet supermarkets are both about 380 metres away, with Jumbo at 1.4 km. Primary schools nearby include Openbare Basisschool Ridderspoor at 312 metres and RKBS de Vlinder at 458 metres. The GP practice at Medisch Centrum Hofspoor is about 593 metres away, and the pharmacy is at 660 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The bus stop Houten, Loericker Stee is about 158 metres away, served by the Flex line. Houten Castellum train station is approximately 216 metres away, making rail travel accessible. There are also other bus stops nearby, including Houten, Station Castellum at 302 metres and Houten, Het Spoor at 546 metres, both on the Flex line.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 8.18 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "It is a very good neighbourhood," while another mentions "Beautiful surroundings and clean." A third describes a friendly community where neighbours accept parcels, greet each other, and occasionally visit. These reviews reflect the wider district, not just this specific street.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has increased by 89% between 2020 and 2025, from €314,000 to €592,000. This is a significant rise over five years. The current WOZ value, as of 1 January 2025, is €592,000, which is 8% higher than the asking price of €545,000.
