This terraced house on Maria Louiselaan sits in a quiet part of IJsselstein. With 97 m² of floor space it is 28% larger than the neighbourhood average of 76 m², and the A energy label means low heating costs. The asking price of €500,000 is on the high side compared with the local median of €412,500, but the extra space and efficiency help explain it. For context, terraced houses in IJsselstein vary widely in price.
Kasteelkwartier: a family-friendly pocket
Kasteelkwartier is a compact, established neighbourhood with mostly pre-1970 homes and a mix of families and older residents. Around 62% of homes are owner-occupied, and the streets are quiet. There are no resident reviews available, but the area feels settled and green. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel (address density 2,812 per km²) yet retains a village-like calm. The Kasteelkwartier neighbourhood is popular with families.
Daily life on the street
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. Two primary schools are on your doorstep: Basisschool 't Kasteel and Kindcentrum De Minstreel. A secondary school, De Baanbreker, is a ten-minute walk away. The centre of IJsselstein is a short stroll, with restaurants and a library nearby. The municipality of IJsselstein offers good local amenities.
At the time of writing
At the time of writing the home is listed only via 030 Makelaardij.
The asking price of €500,000 is above the neighbourhood median of €412,500 and the average sold price of €438,667. However, this home is 28% larger than the typical 76 m² in Kasteelkwartier and has an A energy label, which adds value. The market here is quick, homes sell in about 17 days on average, so the price reflects the premium for space and efficiency.
How energy efficient is this home?
The home has an A energy label, which is very efficient. This means you can expect low heating costs compared to older homes in the neighbourhood, where half have labels C or lower. The house was built in 1955 but has been upgraded to modern standards.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Kasteelkwartier is a quiet, family-oriented neighbourhood with mostly pre-1970 terraced houses. Around 62% of homes are owner-occupied, and the population includes many families with children as well as older residents. The area feels safe and green, with a park just a short walk away.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 11.1 km away, so this home is not ideal for daily commuting by rail. You would likely rely on a car or bus for longer journeys.
What schools are nearby?
Two primary schools are within a few minutes' walk: Basisschool 't Kasteel at 82 m and Kindcentrum De Minstreel at 144 m. For secondary education, De Baanbreker (practical education) is 735 m away, and other schools are within a couple of kilometres.
How big is the garden?
The plot is 132 m², but the listing does not specify whether this includes a garden.
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