A bright upper floor in the heart of Woerden
This upper-floor apartment on Achterstraat 18E sits on a quiet road in the middle of Woerden's Binnenstad, where the streets are lined with historic buildings and the atmosphere is lively. Built in 1997, the home offers a practical layout on a single floor, with the living space arranged around a south-facing garden. The asking price is €475,000. For comparison, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €630,625, and the average asking price per square metre is €6,093, while this home is listed at €6,419 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Woerden, this one stands out for its central yet quiet setting.
A compact, well-kept interior
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over one floor. The living area is 74 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 81 square metres. The home has floor insulation and double glazing, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. The garden faces south, so it catches the sun for much of the day. There is a homeowners' association, with a monthly contribution of €15,400, which covers the shared costs of the building.
Life in the Binnenstad
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 8.39, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Have lived here for years, everyone is nice and friendly." Another describes it as "a cosy, spacious neighbourhood. With good amenities, except for decent shopping facilities. The neighbourhood is green and spacious, pleasant to live in." The district is home to about 2,870 people, and a large share of households are single-person homes. The reviews reflect a friendly, close-knit community, though the comments are about the district as a whole, not specifically about the Binnenstad neighbourhood.
Daily essentials and getting around
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Aldi is a couple of streets away, so everyday groceries are within easy reach. For primary education, the Wilhelminaschool is a five-minute walk, and the Kalsbeek College for secondary education is also close by. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Kievitstraat, and the pharmacy is Apotheek St. Antonius, both within walking distance. Bus stops at Woerden, Plantsoen and Woerden, Rijnstraat are on your doorstep, with lines 4, A, 101, 524, 724 and N26. Woerden train station is a ten-minute walk, connecting you to the wider region. The municipality of the municipality of Woerden offers a range of services and facilities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €334,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 42% above this value, which is a precomputed comparison. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 41%, from €237,000 to €334,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on clay soil that is sensitive to settlement, and the area-level data shows that 68% of buildings in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Groenendael Makelaardij B.V. Woerden.
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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 Achterstraat 18E, Woerden
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €475,000 is 25% below the average asking price in the Binnenstad, which is €630,625. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €512,500, and prices range from €265,000 to €1,875,000. The average asking price per square metre is €6,093, while this home is listed at €6,419 per square metre. These figures are provided for context.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 74 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 81 square metres. The home has a south-facing garden, which means it gets plenty of sunlight. It also has floor insulation and double glazing, and it is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €334,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 42% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 41%, from €237,000 in 2020 to €334,000 in 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. According to area-level data, 68% of buildings in this postcode area were built before 1970, and 3% of buildings in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 209 metres, and the Aldi is 673 metres away. The Lidl is at 999 metres, and there is another Aldi at 1,134 metres. A Jumbo is at 1,123 metres. Within a five-kilometre radius, there are 12 supermarkets in total, so you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
How is the neighbourhood rated by residents?
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 8.39, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Have lived here for years, everyone is nice and friendly." Another describes it as "a cosy, spacious neighbourhood. With good amenities, except for decent shopping facilities. The neighbourhood is green and spacious, pleasant to live in." These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not specifically the Binnenstad.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stops are Woerden, Plantsoen at 115 metres and Woerden, Rijnstraat at 165 metres, both served by lines 4, A, 101, 524, 724 and N26. The Woerden, Westdam stop is at 304 metres with the same lines. Woerden train station is 465 metres away, so you can easily reach other cities by rail.
What schools are close to this home?
The Wilhelminaschool, a primary school, is 260 metres away. The Jan de Bakkerschool, another primary school, is at 595 metres. For secondary education, the Kalsbeek College, locatie Bredius is at 413 metres, and the Minkema College, locatie Minkemalaan is at 755 metres. There are 26 schools within a five-kilometre radius.
