A bright apartment in the heart of Lichtenvoorde
This apartment on the second floor of a gallery flat sits right in the centre of Lichtenvoorde, a town in the Achterhoek region of Gelderland. The setting is lively, with shops and amenities just around the corner. The asking price of €498,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €408,591. For a sense of what this price buys you in the wider area, have a look at apartments in Oost Gelre.
The home itself
Built in 1992, this apartment spans one floor and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 105 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 85 m². The home has a balcony and a detached brick garage. According to the agent, the insulation includes roof, floor and wall insulation as well as double glazing, and the heating runs on a central heating boiler. The property is in full ownership, with an annual homeowners' association contribution of €18,000.
The Centrum neighbourhood
Lichtenvoorde's centre is a compact area with a mix of shops, homes and public buildings. Residents of the district give it an average score of 6.94, based on four reviews. One resident describes Lichtenvoorde as "a charming town with a rich history and a strong sense of community", mentioning the annual Zwarte Cross as a highlight. Another says: "A pleasant and safe neighbourhood!" and appreciates the easy access and the nearby nature for walking and cycling. A third review is less enthusiastic, calling it "boring, nothing to do for the children". The neighbourhood itself has around 935 inhabitants, with a high share of one-person households. For more on the area, see the Centrum neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and the Lidl and Aldi are just around the corner. Basisschool De Leeuw is a couple of streets away, and secondary school Marianum is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Richtershagen is on your doorstep, and the pharmacy is just around the corner. Bus line 191 stops at Lichtenvoorde, Hagenstraat, a couple of streets away. The nearest train station, Lichtenvoorde-Groenlo, is about 3.1 km from the home. For a broader view of the area, see the municipality of Oost Gelre.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €425,000, as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 17% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 77%, from €240,000 to €425,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 60 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is low, the current flood risk is low, and the 2050 flood risk is also low. Heat stress is currently low but is indicated as medium for 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Steentjes & Scharenborg on Vastgoed Nederland.
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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 Carel Looierstraat 3-07, Lichtenvoorde
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €498,000 is 17% above the WOZ value of €425,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €408,591.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 105 m², while the BAG registration records 85 m². There is a balcony and a detached brick garage. The home is on the second floor of a gallery flat.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent also mentions insulation including roof, floor and wall insulation and double glazing, which supports the label. The heating runs on a central heating boiler.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The annual homeowners' association contribution is €18,000. This is a significant amount, so it is worth considering how it affects the total monthly costs of owning this apartment. The property is in full ownership, so there is no ground lease.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
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 this specific home. The risk of pluvial flooding is also low, as is the current flood risk.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The Albert Heijn is just 56 metres away, and the Lidl and Aldi are both about 394 metres from the home. Basisschool De Leeuw is 327 metres away, and secondary school Marianum is 760 metres away. The nearest GP practice is Richtershagen, just 1 metre away, and the pharmacy is 30 metres away.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus line 191 stops at Lichtenvoorde, Hagenstraat, about 175 metres from the home. There are also stops at Hamalandhal and Gemeentehuis, both within a few hundred metres. The nearest train station is Lichtenvoorde-Groenlo, about 3.1 km away.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 6.94, based on four reviews. One resident calls Lichtenvoorde "a charming town with a rich history and a strong sense of community", while another says it is "a pleasant and safe neighbourhood". A third review is less positive, saying it is "boring, nothing to do for the children".
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home rose by 77%, from €240,000 to €425,000. The most recent value, as of 1 January 2025, is €425,000. This increase is substantial, but the WOZ value is a municipal valuation and does not necessarily reflect the current market price.
