Schoonhoven-Oude Stad, Krimpenerwaard
NeighbourhoodThis 17th-century terraced house on the Oude Haven in Schoonhoven is a rare find. With 153 m² of living space and an energy label A, it combines historic charm with modern efficiency. The asking price of €595,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but that reflects the unique character of this home. For context, there are currently 46 terraced houses in Krimpenerwaard on the market.
The neighbourhood Schoonhoven-Oude Stad is the historic heart of Schoonhoven, with beautiful old buildings and a lively atmosphere. One resident describes it as "Old but gold" and says: "Lovely to live here. Everything you need is nearby, the houses and surroundings are beautiful. The only downside is that it's almost impossible to find a home." The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with many singles and older residents, and a high proportion of pre-war homes.
For daily shopping, the SPAR is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including obs Koningin Emma (a couple of streets away) and RK basisschool de Krullevaar (just around the corner). The municipality Krimpenerwaard offers a range of amenities, with restaurants and a library nearby.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Van Herk Makelaars.
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Oude Haven 5, Schoonhoven
Good · 1 resident
Lovely to live here. Everything you need is nearby, the houses and surroundings are beautiful. The only downside is that it's almost impossible to find a home.
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About Oude Haven 5, Schoonhoven
The asking price is €595,000, which is above the neighbourhood average of €569,565 and the median of €509,500. However, this is a historic terraced house with a large floor area and an excellent energy label, which justifies the premium. Homes in this area sell on average within 55 days, so it's a balanced market.
The home has energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, only about 11% of homes have label A, and 38% have A+ or better. So this home is well above average in terms of energy performance, meaning lower heating costs and a smaller environmental footprint.
The nearest train station is 13.2 km away, so this is not a location for daily commuting by train. You would rely on a car or bus for longer journeys.
Schoonhoven-Oude Stad is the historic centre, with a mix of old and new residents. It scores 7.88 out of 10 from one review, which highlights the beauty and convenience but also the difficulty of finding a home. The area has many singles and older people, and a high proportion of pre-war buildings.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. Obs Koningin Emma is 123 metres away, and RK basisschool de Krullevaar is 151 metres away. For secondary education, Schoonhovens College is about 700 metres away.
The SPAR is just 83 metres away, ideal for daily groceries. Albert Heijn is 425 metres away, and PLUS is 656 metres away. So you have several options within a short walk.
The house was built in 1600, so it's over 400 years old. However, it has an energy label A, which suggests it has been well modernised. The exact condition of the interior is not detailed in the listing, but the combination of historic character and modern efficiency is appealing.
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