Palenstein, Zoetermeer
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Croesinckplein sits in Palenstein, a part of Zoetermeer that is very much in motion. At 54 m² it is compact, but with energy label A it is efficient and cheap to run. The asking price of €235,000 is the lowest of the 16 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood and sits 53% below the average asking price of €496,125, a keen entry point into the local market. For context, the average price per m² in Palenstein is €4,331, so this home is priced well below that. Compare it with other apartments in Zoetermeer to see how it stacks up.
Palenstein is a neighbourhood in renewal, with modernisation and greenery taking centre stage. One resident describes it as the "Heart of renewal", noting that "the multicultural community creates a lively and diverse atmosphere. With improved homes, green spaces and proximity to amenities, it is an attractive area for families and young professionals." The neighbourhood feels forward-looking but retains a strong sense of connection among residents. Based on one review, the overall score is 6.63 out of 10. The area is densely built (3,016 addresses per km²) and very urban, with a mix of housing: 31% single-family homes and 29% owner-occupied. The neighbourhood Palenstein has a young population, with many 25-45 year olds and a fair number of families with children.
For your daily shopping, Dirk is practically on your doorstep at just 47 metres away, you can pop out for bread in seconds. A couple of streets further you'll find Hoogvliet, Aldi, Ekoplaza and Albert Heijn, all within a ten-minute walk. Schools are also close: IKC De Achtsprong (primary) and Erasmus College (secondary) are both just around the corner, making the school run a breeze. The municipality Zoetermeer offers a range of amenities, with a park or public garden just a couple of streets away and a restaurant within a five-minute walk.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Schieland Borsboom NVM Makelaars and is also available through Funda, so you have a couple of channels to view it.
Details of this home
Croesinckplein 85, Zoetermeer
Satisfactory · 1 resident
Palenstein in Zoetermeer is a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage. The multicultural community creates a lively and diverse atmosphere. With improved homes, green spaces and proximity to amenities, it is an attractive area for families and young professionals. The neighbourhood feels forward-looking, but retains a strong sense of connection among residents.
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About Croesinckplein 85, Zoetermeer
At €235,000, this is the cheapest home currently for sale in Palenstein and sits 53% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €496,125. The average price per m² in the area is €4,331, so at roughly €4,352 per m² this home is priced in line with the market. Given its compact size (54 m²) and energy label A, it represents a good entry-level option in a neighbourhood that is being modernised.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home has good insulation and low expected energy costs. In Palenstein, 38.1% of homes have label A and 23.8% have label A+ or better, so this home is well above average in terms of energy performance.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. Zoetermeer has good rail connections to The Hague, Leiden and Utrecht, so commuting is feasible.
Palenstein is a neighbourhood in transformation, with modernisation and greenery taking centre stage. It has a multicultural community and a lively, diverse atmosphere. The area is very urban (3,016 addresses per km²) and has a mix of housing, including many apartments. Residents appreciate the improved homes and green spaces, and the neighbourhood feels forward-looking.
Yes, Dirk is just 47 metres away on your doorstep. Within a ten-minute walk you also have Hoogvliet, Aldi, Ekoplaza and Albert Heijn, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Primary school IKC De Achtsprong is 223 metres away, and secondary school Erasmus College is 215 metres away, both just a couple of minutes' walk. Other primary schools like IKC De Kasteeltuyn and IKC De Gaerde are also within easy reach.
Currently there are 16 homes for sale in Palenstein, with prices ranging from €235,000 to €785,000. The average asking price is €496,125 and the median is €510,000. This apartment is the cheapest option available.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Palenstein
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