A calm spot in the old centre
This apartment sits on the Blauwe Torenstraat, a quiet road right in the heart of Gorinchem's historic Bovenstad. The setting is described by the agent as both peaceful and central, with the bustle of the old town just a short stroll away. The asking price is €339,500. For context, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €509,395, and the average asking price per square metre is €4,553, while this home is listed at €6,287 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [apartments in Gorinchem]( /koopwoningen/gorinchem/appartementen/).
The apartment itself
Built in 2005, this portiekflat occupies the second living floor and offers two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 54 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 60 m². The home has a balcony, and the agent notes roof insulation, double glazing, HR+ glass and wall insulation, along with a central heating boiler. There is a homeowners' association with a monthly fee of €190. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so heating costs should be manageable.
Life in Bovenstad
Residents of the wider district, which includes Bovenstad, give their surroundings an average score of 7.85 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident describes it as "somewhat modern in the old centre", noting that all necessary amenities are within walking distance of both bustle and tranquillity, with shops, museums and nature close by. Another says: "everything you need is there and it's a nice area", adding that the neighbourhood really gets into the holidays. The district has around 2,035 inhabitants, and a large share of households are single-person, at 51%. The reviews reflect a lively, well-served part of town, though one resident mentions a tricky bend in the street where lorries sometimes cause damage to parked cars. For a closer look at the area, see [the Bovenstad neighbourhood]( /buurt/bovenstad-gorinchem/).
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The SPAR supermarket is just around the corner, with Coop a couple of streets away and Nettorama a ten-minute walk. For schools, Jenaplanschool Gorkum is a five-minute walk, and there are several secondary schools nearby, including ISK de Toekomst and Omnia College. The nearest GP, Praktijk Kalkhaven, is a five-minute walk, and Stadsapotheek Poels is just around the corner. For public transport, bus stops at Walstraat and Flank are on your doorstep, served by lines 47 and 673, and Gorinchem train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Gorinchem offers a compact, walkable layout, as reflected in [the municipality of Gorinchem]( /gemeente/gorinchem/).
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €325,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price sits 4% above this valuation. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value rose by 63%, from €199,000 to €325,000. As for address-level risk data, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway noise is 31 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is elevated, with clay soil noted as sensitive to settlement, and 5% of properties in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is elevated, though this drops to low by 2050. Heat stress is currently low, rising to medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via two channels, both through Van der Brugge Makelaardij, including their own website and 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Blauwe Torenstraat 29E, Gorinchem
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €339,500 is 4% above the WOZ value of €325,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 63%, from €199,000 in 2020 to €325,000 in 2025. This gives some context for how the property has appreciated in recent years.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed at 54 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 60 m². The home is on the second living floor of a portiekflat building, and there is a balcony. The volume is 211 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared with less efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also notes roof insulation, double glazing, HR+ glass and wall insulation, along with a central heating boiler. These features contribute to the overall energy performance of the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement, and 5% of properties in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home. The data comes from public sources such as KCAF and the Klimaateffectatlas.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden, which is below the norm, based on 2023 data. These are area-level indications from the Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at the property itself. The home is described by the agent as being on a quiet road, which may mitigate some of the traffic noise.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is SPAR, just around the corner at about 326 metres. Coop is a couple of streets away at 590 metres, and Nettorama is about 806 metres, a ten-minute walk. There are also PLUS and Albert Heijn within about 1.3 kilometres. In total, there are 15 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Jenaplanschool Gorkum, a primary school, is about 332 metres away, a five-minute walk. For secondary education, ISK de Toekomst is at 477 metres, and Omnia College is at 569 metres. There are also other schools nearby, including obs De Tweemaster and Yulius Lingewaal College. In total, there are 41 schools within 5 kilometres, covering both primary and secondary levels.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stops are Gorinchem, Walstraat and Gorinchem, Flank, both about 250 metres away, served by lines 47 and 673. Another stop, Gorinchem, Nieuwe Walsteeg, is at 320 metres with line 706. Gorinchem train station is about 841 metres away, a ten-minute walk. This gives you options for both local and regional travel.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district, which includes Bovenstad, give an average score of 7.85 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says the area is "somewhat modern in the old centre", with all amenities within walking distance. Another notes that "everything you need is there and it's a nice area", though they mention a bend in the street where lorries sometimes damage cars. The reviews reflect a lively, well-served part of town.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association (VvE) fee is €190. This fee typically covers shared maintenance, insurance and other common costs for the building. The fee is a fixed monthly cost to factor into your budget.
