A home with a view in Palenstein-Centrum
This apartment sits on the 13th floor of a building on Croesinckplein, in the Palenstein-Centrum neighbourhood of Zoetermeer. The home dates from 1975 and carries an A energy label, which is an efficient label. With a floor area of 69 square metres according to the agent, the asking price of €295,000 works out at €4,275 per square metre. That price sits 15% above the average asking price of €257,500 for homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood, and it is the most expensive of the four homes on offer here. For a sense of what else is available, you can compare with other apartments in Zoetermeer.
Inside the apartment
The agent describes a three-room apartment with two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 68 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 69 square metres. The home has a central heating boiler and is located on the 13th floor, with a free view. The volume is 226 cubic metres. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €53,100, which is a substantial amount to factor into the running costs.
Life in Palenstein-Centrum
Residents across the municipality of Zoetermeer give their living environment an average score of 7.52, based on 39 reviews. One resident says: "I live here with great pleasure. It is a quiet, green and pleasant neighbourhood where you can enjoy walking and nature. Everything you need is nearby (such as shops, public transport and other amenities). The neighbours are friendly and helpful, and there is a pleasant atmosphere. I feel safe here and can definitely recommend this neighbourhood." Another resident adds: "Very nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in." A third resident, who lives in an apartment on the Bentwoud, mentions enjoying the green surroundings every day, though they note that the sense of community in the apartment complex could be better. The neighbourhood itself has around 800 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. These reviews describe the wider municipality, so they give a general impression rather than a verdict on this specific street. You can read more about the Palenstein-Centrum neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Everyday errands are easy from this address. The Dirk supermarket is on your doorstep, just 47 metres away, and a Hoogvliet and an Aldi are a couple of streets further. For primary education, IKC De Achtsprong is just around the corner, and Erasmus College for secondary education is a short walk. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Palenstein, Huisartsenpraktijk Klooster, about a ten-minute walk, with Service Apotheek Seghwaert nearby. The tram stop Palenstein, served by lines 3 and 4, is on your doorstep, and bus line 165 stops at Zoetermeer, Vaartdreef, a couple of streets away. The nearest train station is Zoetermeer Oost, about a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Zoetermeer.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €287,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 75%, from €164,000 to €287,000. As for the address itself, public risk data at area level indicates that road traffic noise is above the standard, at 56 dB Lden, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. For climate, the current flood risk is low and remains low in 2050, while heat stress is currently medium and is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van der Togt Makelaardij. The listing has been active since 3 November 2026.
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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 Croesinckplein 123, Zoetermeer
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €295,000 is 3% above the WOZ value of €287,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 75%, from €164,000 in 2020 to €287,000 in 2025. This comparison is a factual observation based on the precomputed figures.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a three-room apartment with two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 69 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 68 square metres. The home is on the 13th floor and has a free view. The volume is 226 cubic metres. There is a central heating boiler. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €53,100.
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 to less efficient labels. The label is a rating of the home's energy performance, not a statement about its structural condition. The home was built in 1975, and the label reflects the current energy characteristics. No specific insulation features are mentioned in the listing beyond the label itself.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data at area level. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The data comes from sources like the Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF. No further details about the foundation of this particular building are provided in the listing.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Public risk data at area level shows that road traffic noise is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 29 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 30 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at this specific home. The data is from the Atlas Leefomgeving, with reference years 2022 and 2023.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Dirk supermarket is just 47 metres away, essentially on your doorstep. A Hoogvliet is 682 metres away, and an Aldi is 699 metres away. There are also an Ekoplaza and an Albert Heijn within about 720 metres. In total, there are 27 supermarkets within five kilometres, so daily groceries are easily accessible from this address.
What schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, IKC De Achtsprong is 223 metres away, and IKC De Kasteeltuyn is 227 metres away. IKC De Gaerde is 485 metres away, and De Jacobsvlinder is 509 metres away. For secondary education, Erasmus College is 215 metres away. In total, there are 65 schools within five kilometres, covering both primary and secondary levels.
How is the public transport from this address?
The tram stop Palenstein is 76 metres away, served by lines 3 and 4. Bus line 165 stops at Zoetermeer, Vaartdreef, 310 metres away, and at Zoetermeer, Pruimengaarde, 479 metres away. The nearest train station is Zoetermeer Oost, at 1.7 kilometres. This gives you tram, bus and train options within a short distance of the home.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Zoetermeer give their living environment an average score of 7.52, based on 39 reviews. One resident describes it as a quiet, green and pleasant neighbourhood with friendly neighbours and a safe feeling. Another mentions enjoying the Bentwoud nature area, though they note that the sense of community in the apartment complex could be better. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically Palenstein-Centrum.
How does the price per square metre compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €295,000 for 69 square metres works out at €4,275 per square metre, based on the agent's floor area. The average asking price per square metre for homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood is €4,487. The average asking price for homes on the market here is €257,500, and the median is €250,000. This home is the most expensive of the four currently available in the neighbourhood.
