Astronomische Buurt, Hilversum
NeighbourhoodThis 1928 terraced house on Jan van der Heijdenstraat sits in the Astronomische Buurt, a leafy part of Hilversum. With 86 m² of living space and a 119 m² plot, it's a compact but characterful home. The energy label is D, so some modernisation may be needed. At €525,000, the asking price is a touch above the neighbourhood average of €484,600, reflecting the home's solid size and location. For context, terraced houses in Hilversum vary widely in price.
The Astronomische Buurt is a green, family-friendly area with a strong sense of community. One resident describes it as "a lovely green neighbourhood" with "many playgrounds" and "grass fields where you can play with the kids." Another says it's "cosy" with "lots of friends" and "always something fun going on." A third notes it's a "nice neighbourhood, though it is going downhill due to foreign Dutch people and drug dealers." Based on four reviews, the neighbourhood scores an 8.02 out of 10. The area is densely populated (2,741 addresses per km²) and mostly consists of single-family homes (84%). For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Astronomische Buurt.
Daily errands are a breeze. The Lidl is just around the corner, and both Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are a couple of streets away. For fresh bread or a quick shop, you're set. Families will appreciate the Lorentzschool, a primary school a five-minute walk away, and the Christelijke Basisschool Avonturijn a bit further. Secondary school Lucent College is also within walking distance. The municipality Hilversum offers plenty of green space and amenities.
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The asking price of €525,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €484,600 and the median of €445,000. However, this home has 86 m² of space and a 119 m² plot, which is in line with the average size in the area. Given that similar homes in the Astronomische Buurt sell for an average of €616,545, the price seems reasonable for a well-located terraced house.
Energy label D means the home is moderately efficient. You can expect higher energy bills compared to newer or better-insulated homes, but it's not the worst. Many homes in the neighbourhood (50%) have a label D or lower, so it's typical for the area. Upgrades like double glazing or insulation could improve the label and reduce costs.
The Astronomische Buurt is popular with families. About 47% of households have children, and there are many playgrounds and grass fields. Residents mention it's a "lovely green neighbourhood" with plenty of space for kids. Primary schools like Lorentzschool and Christelijke Basisschool Avonturijn are within walking distance, and secondary schools are nearby too.
Reviews suggest a friendly community. One resident says "the residents are 9/10 times very friendly" and there's "always something fun going on." Another notes the neighbourhood is "cosy" with "lots of friends." However, one review mentions some concerns about safety, so it's worth visiting to get your own feel.
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride. This makes commuting to Amsterdam or Utrecht quite feasible. The area is well-connected, and the station offers regular services.
You have several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk: Lidl is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are a couple of streets away. There's also a Jumbo and an AH to go within a ten-minute walk. For daily shopping, you're well covered without needing a car.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
nice neighbourhood, unfortunately the neighbourhood is going downhill due to foreign Dutch people and drug dealers
Auto-translated to English by AIGood, lots of friends and my work is in the neighbourhood. The residents are 9/10 times very friendly and there's always something fun going on.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in this neighbourhood for 5 years, I think it's a lovely green neighbourhood! There are also many playgrounds, which the kids love! There are also many grass fields where you can play with the kids. And Seinhorst is right in the neighbourhood, so you're sure to have a supermarket, Etos, Gal&Gal, Blokker and a car park available.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful green neighbourhood, but there are many roads with too few traffic lights to cross safely. Lots of playgrounds for children, a skate park and many grassy areas to play or walk the dog. A cosy neighbourhood that is accessible to almost everyone!
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €484,600 | €445,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,338 | – |
| Rent price | €3,100 p/m | €3,100 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I 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 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 AInice neighbourhood, unfortunately the neighbourhood is going downhill due to foreign Dutch people and drug dealers
Auto-translated to English by AIGood, lots of friends and my work is in the neighbourhood. The residents are 9/10 times very friendly and there's always something fun going on.
Auto-translated to English by AII have lived in the Besselstraat my whole life and wouldn't want to live anywhere else. Everything is nearby (think: supermarket, school, petrol station, swimming pool, playgrounds, city centre, heath/forest/park, hospital/GP/pharmacy, young and old, snack bar, small beach, etc.) and everything still has the beautiful Dudok architecture. You can leave your bike in the garden without a lock and there is very good communication between neighbours thanks to the WhatsApp neighbourhood watch. Every year a outdoor play day is organised and from 10:00 to 22:00 it's nothing but fun for young and old. We also have good rules in the neighbourhood regarding nuisance, such as set times for DIY work so that as few people as possible are bothered by it. It's always very cosy; for example, when you take a walk on the heath, almost everyone says hello to you. A very nice neighbourhood to grow up in as there are many young families. The heath always looks very clean and beautiful, there are wild bulls and you can walk/picnic/run/mountain bike from sunrise to sunset. There has been some nuisance around the Lorentzvijver by foreigners, but that is very minimal and if you don't interfere they don't do anything, just send the police.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in this neighbourhood for 5 years, I think it's a lovely green neighbourhood! There are also many playgrounds, which the kids love! There are also many grass fields where you can play with the kids. And Seinhorst is right in the neighbourhood, so you're sure to have a supermarket, Etos, Gal&Gal, Blokker and a car park available.
Auto-translated to English by AIPlus points are that there are many playgrounds and that there is a forest
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful green neighbourhood, but there are many roads with too few traffic lights to cross safely. Lots of playgrounds for children, a skate park and many grassy areas to play or walk the dog. A cosy neighbourhood that is accessible to almost everyone!
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €494,075 | €465,613 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,035 | – |
| Rent price | €2,330 p/m | €2,433 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €20 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 | €607,174 | €541,088 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,350 | – |
| Rent price | €2,086 p/m | €2,076 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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