Croesinckplein 58
Palenstein-Centrum, Zoetermeer
AreaA cosy apartment in the heart of Palenstein
This apartment on Croesinckplein 58 sits in Palenstein, a neighbourhood in Zoetermeer that residents describe as a place in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage. The multicultural community creates a lively and diverse atmosphere, and the area feels forward-looking while retaining a strong sense of connection among residents. With the shops and restaurants just around the corner, daily life here is convenient. The asking price of €250,000 is in line with the market, sitting 49% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €485,607. For context, this is one of the [apartments in Zoetermeer] currently on the market.
The home itself
Built in 1975, this apartment has a living area of 54 m² according to the BAG registration. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so you can expect reasonable energy costs. The listing does not provide further details about the layout, number of rooms, or any outdoor space, so those specifics are not stated.
Life in Palenstein
Palenstein is a neighbourhood of about 5,530 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. Residents of the district give it an average score of 6.69, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants." Another notes: "It's quite nice to live here, but the aggressive vagrants and smoking youths who rummage through bins are not for me. Otherwise, everything is easily accessible by car, bike, on foot, or with the RandstadRail." A third resident describes it as a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage, with improved homes and green spaces making it attractive for families and young professionals. The neighbourhood has 14 homes currently for sale, with an average asking price of €485,607. For more context, you can explore [the Palenstein neighbourhood] page.
Amenities and transport
A Dirk supermarket is on your doorstep at just 47 metres, making grocery shopping effortless. For schools, Erasmus College for secondary education is a couple of streets away, and IKC De Achtsprong for primary education is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Palenstein, Huisartsenpraktijk Klooster, a five-minute walk away, with Service Apotheek Seghwaert pharmacy a bit further. The RandstadRail stop Palenstein is on your doorstep with tram lines 3 and 4, and bus line 165 stops at Vaartdreef a couple of streets away. The nearest train station, Zoetermeer Oost, is about a ten-minute walk. These are just some of the amenities within [the municipality of Zoetermeer].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €252,000 as of the reference date 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 1% below this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 73%, from €146,000 to €252,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. The current flood risk is low, as is the projected flood risk for 2050, while heat stress is currently medium and projected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via De Drie Kastelen NVM Makelaardij.
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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 Croesinckplein 58, Zoetermeer
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €250,000 is 1% below the WOZ value of €252,000, which was set by the municipality with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is also in line with the market when compared to the neighbourhood average asking price of €485,607, sitting 49% below that figure.
What is the living area of this apartment?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 54 m². This is 54% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 117 m². The price per square metre, based on the BAG area, is €4,630. The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor does it mention any garden, balcony, or other outdoor space.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect reasonable energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The label does not say anything about the condition of the home itself, only its energy performance. No further details about insulation or heating installations are stated in the listing.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise level from road traffic at this address 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 from public data, not measurements taken at the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. No further details about the foundation are provided in the listing.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
The current flood risk at this address is low, and the projected flood risk for 2050 is also low. Heat stress is currently medium and is projected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
A Dirk supermarket is just 47 metres away, essentially on your doorstep. Other options within a short distance include Hoogvliet at 682 metres, Aldi at 699 metres, Ekoplaza at 720 metres, and Albert Heijn at 721 metres. There are 27 supermarkets within 5 kilometres of this address.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Erasmus College, a secondary school, is 215 metres away. For primary education, IKC De Achtsprong is at 223 metres, IKC De Kasteeltuyn at 227 metres, IKC De Gaerde at 485 metres, and De Jacobsvlinder at 509 metres. In total, there are 65 schools within 5 kilometres of this address.
How is the public transport connection?
The RandstadRail stop Palenstein is 76 metres away, served by tram lines 3 and 4. Bus line 165 stops at Vaartdreef, 310 metres away, and at Pruimengaarde, 479 metres away. The nearest train station is Zoetermeer Oost at 1,741 metres. The listing does not state any destinations or travel times for these services.
What do residents say about living in Palenstein?
Residents of the district give Palenstein an average score of 6.69, based on four reviews. One resident calls it a "super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants." Another says it is a neighbourhood in transformation, with modernisation and greenery taking centre stage, and a multicultural community creating a lively atmosphere. A third resident notes that everything is easily accessible by car, bike, on foot, or with the RandstadRail, though they mention some nuisance from vagrants and smoking youths.
