A first floor flat in Planetenbuurt-Noord
This apartment on the first floor of a 1966 building sits in Planetenbuurt-Noord, a quiet residential pocket of Alphen aan den Rijn. With 84 square metres of living space according to the BAG registration (the agent lists 83), it is a comfortable size for a household. The asking price is €295,000. For context, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €330,000, and the average price per square metre is €4,231, while this home works out at €3,554 per square metre. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn.
The home itself
The flat has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms, all on a single floor. The agent describes it as an apartment, and the volume comes to 265 cubic metres. There is no mention of a garden, balcony, or garage in the listing, so outdoor space is not part of the offering. The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher heating costs compared with more efficient homes. The building dates from 1966, a fact that stands on its own without implying anything about its condition.
Life in Planetenbuurt-Noord
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident says: "Green and cosy small neighbourhood," and another adds: "Love Alphen, I grew up there and have always been satisfied." A third notes: "Friendly people, plenty of supermarkets in the area, few shops or nightlife options, for that you have to go to Alphen or big cities like Leiden or The Hague, and public transport regularly has problems." These are municipal-level impressions, not specific to this street. The neighbourhood itself has about 1,715 inhabitants, and around 45% of households include children. For a closer look at the area, see the Planetenbuurt-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Hoogvliet and Aldi a couple of streets away, and a Lidl a ten-minute walk. For schools, the Islamitische Basisschool An Noer is on your doorstep, and Samenwerkingsschool Vivace is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Lupine, and the pharmacy, Apotheek Ridderveld, are both a couple of streets away, as is Alrijne hospital. Public transport is close: the bus stop at Diepenbrockweg is on your doorstep, served by lines 169, 182, and 722, and the train station Alphen a/d Rijn is about 2.2 kilometres away. All of this sits within the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €267,000. The asking price is 10% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 61%, from €166,000 in 2020 to €267,000 in 2025. As for the address itself, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the area being built on peat soil, and the flood risk is elevated at present, with a medium risk projected for 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including B&L Vastgoed.
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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 Argostraat 32, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €295,000 is 10% above the WOZ value of €267,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is a municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 61%, from €166,000 in 2020 to €267,000 in 2025. This comparison is factual and does not imply whether the price is fair or not.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a first-floor apartment with four rooms in total, including three bedrooms, all on a single floor. The living area is 84 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 83 square metres. The volume is 265 cubic metres. There is no mention of a garden, balcony, or garage in the listing, so outdoor space is not included.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you can expect higher heating costs compared with homes that have a more efficient label. The label is a factual classification and does not indicate anything about the condition of the building. The home was built in 1966, but the label does not tell you about the insulation or installations.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on public data from KCAF and the Atlas Leefomgeving. The area is built on peat soil, and the notes indicate that the building dates from 1966, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The flood risk is currently elevated, with a medium risk projected for 2050.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Albert Heijn supermarket is just around the corner, with Hoogvliet and Aldi a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Islamitische Basisschool An Noer, is on your doorstep, and Samenwerkingsschool Vivace is just around the corner. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Lupine and the pharmacy Apotheek Ridderveld are both a couple of streets away, as is Alrijne hospital. The bus stop at Diepenbrockweg is on your doorstep, served by lines 169, 182, and 722.
How is public transport from this home?
The nearest bus stop is Alphen a/d Rijn, Diepenbrockweg, which is on your doorstep and served by lines 169, 182, and 722. There are additional stops at Driehoorne and Ridderhof within a couple of streets away, with more lines available. The nearest train station is Alphen a/d Rijn, about 2.2 kilometres away. The listing does not state travel times or destinations for these services.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident says: "Green and cosy small neighbourhood," and another adds: "Love Alphen, I grew up there and have always been satisfied." A third notes: "Friendly people, plenty of supermarkets in the area, few shops or nightlife options, for that you have to go to Alphen or big cities like Leiden or The Hague." These are municipal-level impressions, not specific to this street.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
In the Planetenbuurt-Noord neighbourhood, there are currently two homes for sale, with an average asking price of €330,000 and a median of €330,000. The prices range from €310,000 to €350,000. The average price per square metre is €4,231, and the average living area is 78 square metres. This home is priced at €295,000, which is below the neighbourhood average.
