A leafy first floor flat in Kerckebosch
Tucked into the edge of the woods on a quiet road, this upstairs apartment on Anna Paulownalaan 52 sits in the green Kerckebosch neighbourhood of Zeist. Built in 1965, the home is a classic example of the area's post-war architecture, with the forest literally on the doorstep. The asking price of €325,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average, sitting 64% below the average asking price of €912,800. For context, apartments in Zeist give a sense of what is on offer across the municipality.
Inside the home
The apartment spans a single floor and includes four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 75 m², while the BAG registration records 71 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is owned subject to a ground lease of €1,883.33 per year, with the option to buy it out. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €262.55. The property is described as being at the forest edge, on a quiet road, in a wooded setting within a residential area.
Life in Kerckebosch
Kerckebosch is a residential pocket of Zeist where the woods meet the streets, and residents across the municipality give their living environment a solid 8.27 out of 10, based on fifteen reviews. One resident calls it "super cosy, accessible and nice place for the community", while another praises the "very nice and beautiful place, very nice houses and beautiful nature". The neighbourhood itself counts around 3,200 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. It is a place where the daily rhythm feels calm, yet everything you need is close by. For a closer look at what defines this part of town, the Kerckebosch neighbourhood page has more detail.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. Albert Heijn is just around the corner for groceries, and the Kerckeboschschool primary school is a five-minute walk away. The GP practice Witvoet and the pharmacy Hoge Dennen-Kerckebosch are both a couple of streets away. For public transport, bus stop Graaf Adolflaan with line 58 is on your doorstep, while Sophialaan offers lines 56, 74 and 575 just around the corner. The train station Driebergen-Zeist is a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of Zeist page gives a broader view of the area.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €332,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price sits 2% below this valuation. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 72%, from €193,000 to €332,000. As for the address itself, public risk data indicates road traffic noise at 52 dB, above the norm, while railway noise is below it. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is current flood risk, though heat stress is indicated as medium for 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 Wels Makelaardij on Funda and other listings. The information reflects what is currently available in the market.
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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 Anna Paulownalaan 52, Zeist
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €325,000 is 2% below the WOZ value of €332,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 72%, from €193,000 to €332,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area at 75 m², while the BAG registration records 71 m². The home is described as being at the forest edge, on a quiet road, in a wooded setting within a residential area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has energy label C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared to the most efficient homes. The property has double glazing and a central heating boiler, which are noted in the listing.
What is the ground lease situation?
The property is owned subject to a ground lease of €1,883.33 per year, with the option to buy it out. This means there is an annual fee payable to the ground lease holder. The listing does not state the terms for buying out the lease, so the details would be in the purchase agreement.
What is the homeowners' association contribution?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €262.55. This fee typically covers shared costs such as building insurance, maintenance of common areas, and reserve funds. The listing does not specify exactly what is included in this amount.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Public risk data indicates road traffic noise at 52 dB, which is above the norm, while railway noise is at 33 dB, below the norm. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at this specific home. The data is from 2022 for road traffic and 2023 for railway noise.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand. The home was built in 1965, before 1970. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific property. The risk level reflects the general conditions in the area rather than the state of this particular home.
What are the flood and climate risks for this address?
Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is current flood risk and flood risk for 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is indicated as medium for 2050. These are area-level indications from public climate data, not an assessment of this specific home. They describe the broader risk profile of the location.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner at about 322 metres away. Other options within a short distance include Jumbo at about 1.9 km, another Albert Heijn at about 2 km, Hoogvliet at about 2 km, and Lidl at about 2.5 km. The nearest large supermarket is about 600 metres away.
What schools are in the area?
The Kerckeboschschool primary school is about 420 metres away, and Wereldkidz Montessori Zeist Kerckebosch is about 564 metres away. For secondary education, Katholieke scholengemeenschap De Breul is about 268 metres away, Christelijk College Zeist about 440 metres, and Seyster College locatie Hoog Kanje about 451 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus stop Graaf Adolflaan with line 58 is about 187 metres away. Sophialaan offers lines 56, 74 and 575 at about 259 metres, and Prinses Margrietlaan has lines 56, 58, 74 and 575 at about 285 metres. The train station Driebergen-Zeist is about 913 metres away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Zeist give their living environment an average of 8.27 out of 10, based on fifteen reviews. One resident describes it as "super cosy, accessible and nice place for the community", while another mentions "very nice and beautiful place, very nice houses and beautiful nature". These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically the Kerckebosch neighbourhood.
