A penthouse with sea air in Katwijk aan Zee
This penthouse on the third floor sits in the Witte Hek neighbourhood, a stone's throw from the dunes and the beach. The home was built in 2001 and has an energy label B. The asking price is €685,000. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Katwijk is €501,667, and this home is the most expensive of the three apartments currently for sale in Witte Hek.
A bright, fully insulated home
The apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 116 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home is fully insulated and heated by a central heating boiler. It has a roof terrace, and the agent describes the setting as in a residential area with a free view. The property is a penthouse, and you own the full freehold. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €378.16.
Life in Witte Hek
Residents of the district of Katwijk aan Zee give their living environment an average score of 8.46, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Our house is 2 minutes from the beach, shopping centre is around the corner, dunes in your back garden, Leiden Central within half an hour by bike. Everything is nearby. And it's clean and cosy, there's always something to do in Katwijk aan Zee." Another resident notes: "I find Katwijk aan zee has a lot of traffic but it doesn't bother me, though there are too few parking spaces. On Sundays it's quiet and peaceful here." The neighbourhood has about 2,035 inhabitants, and 28% of them are 65 or older. The reviews describe the district, not the neighbourhood specifically, so they give a general impression of the area around the Witte Hek neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Dirk is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, the Julianaschool Rijnsburg, is a ten-minute walk, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Roos en Van den Berg is on your doorstep. The pharmacy Apotheek Rijnsoever BV is just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop Katwijk, Gemeentehuis is a couple of streets away, with bus lines 30, 31, 90, 385, 400 and 401. The nearest train station is Voorhout, about 5.3 km away. The municipality of Katwijk offers a range of services and facilities within easy reach, as described on the municipality of Katwijk.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €648,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 6% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 47%, from €442,000 to €648,000. According to public risk data at address level, the road traffic noise level is 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, and the current flood risk is low, as is the 2050 flood risk. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van Duijn Makelaardij B.V. and Van Duijn Makelaardij B.V. on Funda.
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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 Ankerplaats 164, Katwijk (Zh)
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €685,000 is 6% above the WOZ value of €648,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €501,667, and this home is the most expensive of the three apartments currently for sale in Witte Hek.
What is the layout of this penthouse?
The penthouse has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on one floor. The living area is 116 m², according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home has a roof terrace and is described as having a free view. It is located on the third floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B. This is an efficient label, so you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The home is fully insulated and has a central heating boiler. The exact energy costs depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the homeowners' association contribution?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €378.16. This amount is stated in the listing and covers the costs of the shared parts of the building, such as maintenance and insurance. The exact coverage is not detailed in the listing.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public risk data at address level, the road traffic noise level is 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of the specific property.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
The pluvial flooding risk (from heavy rain) is medium, while the current flood risk is low, and the 2050 flood risk is also low. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a prediction for this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is about 447 metres away, and the Dirk is about 485 metres away. A Lidl is about 726 metres away. These distances mean the main supermarkets are within a short walk, making daily grocery shopping convenient.
Which schools are in the area?
The nearest primary school is the Julianaschool Rijnsburg, about 1.9 km away. The PC Oranje Nassauschool is about 1.9 km away as well. For secondary education, the Teylingen College is about 2 km away, and the Visser 't Hooft Lyceum Rijnsburg is about 2.3 km away.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Katwijk, Gemeentehuis, about 385 metres away, with bus lines 30, 31, 90, 385, 400 and 401. The stop Katwijk, Marktplein is about 390 metres away with lines 31, 90 and 401. The nearest train station is Voorhout, about 5.3 km away.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 47%, from €442,000 to €648,000. The value rose steadily each year, with a slight dip in 2024 to €528,000 before jumping to €648,000 in 2025. This development is based on municipal data.
What do residents say about living in Katwijk aan Zee?
Residents of the district of Katwijk aan Zee give their living environment an average score of 8.46, based on three reviews. One resident mentions the proximity to the beach and dunes, while another notes traffic and parking issues but appreciates the quiet Sundays. These reviews describe the district, not the neighbourhood specifically.
