A spacious terraced house in Grassen
This terraced house on Krokussentuin sits in Grassen, a calm and green corner of Houten Zuid-Oost. The home was built in 2007 and comes with a remarkably large plot of 2137 m², which is a rare find for a terraced house. With 130 m² of living space and an A energy label, it is an efficient and comfortable place to live. The rent of €1720 per month is in line with what similar terraced houses in Houten are asking at the moment.
The Grassen neighbourhood
Grassen is a friendly, family-oriented neighbourhood with around 2000 residents. Most households have children, and the average household size is 2.7 people, so there is a lively, sociable feel. Based on two reviews, residents describe it as a decent, normal neighbourhood where people accept parcels for each other, greet one another and occasionally visit. One resident says: "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." Another simply calls it "Good, everything is sufficient." It is a place where neighbours look out for one another without being intrusive, which fits the Grassen neighbourhood well.
Life on the street
The daily routine here is easy. For bread and groceries, Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are both just around the corner, while Jumbo is a bit further out. For school runs, RKBS de Vlinder is on your doorstep, with De Fontein Houten and Openbare Basisschool Ridderspoor also within a short walk. The train station is about a ten-minute walk away, which makes commuting straightforward. The area is well set up for families, with schools and shops close enough that most trips can be done on foot or by bike, all within the municipality of Houten.
Source
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including vb&t Verhuurmakelaars.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Krokussentuin 3, Houten
Is €1720 per month a fair rent for this home?
The rent of €1720 per month for a terraced house of 130 m² with a plot of 2137 m² is in line with what similar homes in Houten are asking. The energy label A means running costs should be modest, which adds to the overall value. The large plot is a standout feature that is not common for this property type.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is officially registered as very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low energy costs. The label is an official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the train station from this home?
The train station is 1.3 km away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to nearby cities without needing a car.
What are the nearest schools?
RKBS de Vlinder is just 177 m away, making it the closest primary school. De Fontein Houten is 375 m away, and Openbare Basisschool Ridderspoor is 392 m away. There are 28 schools within 5 km, so there is plenty of choice for families with children.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn and Hoogvliet are both 543 m away, so daily groceries are just around the corner. Jumbo is 1521 m away, and there are 13 supermarkets within 5 km. This makes it easy to do a quick shop without travelling far.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Grassen is a family-oriented neighbourhood with around 2000 residents, and most households have children. Residents describe it as a decent, normal place where neighbours help each other out and greet one another. It is a calm, sociable area rather than a busy or loud one.
