Voorofschebuurt, Alphen aan den Rijn
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits right on the lively Dorpsstraat in Boskoop, a street with shops and cafés just outside the door. Built in 1895, it has the high ceilings and period details you would expect from a home of that era. At 112 m² it is a good size, and with a price of €350,000 it is keen compared to the neighbourhood average, about 35% below the average asking price of €537,111. That makes it one of the more affordable apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn.
The home is in the Voorofschebuurt neighbourhood, a mixed residential area with a village feel. About half the homes are owner-occupied, and the streets are a blend of pre-war and newer houses. The population is diverse: a fair share of families with children, but also many singles and older residents. With an address density of 1,425 addresses per km², it is moderately urban, busy enough to have amenities nearby, but not hectic. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: the Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and the Hoogvliet is just around the corner. For school runs, the Coenecoop College (secondary) is a couple of streets away, and the Immanuelschool (primary) is a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, so commuting is straightforward. The municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn covers a wider area with plenty of green space and recreational options.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Koppes Makelaardij B.V. and Funda. The energy label is E, which means heating costs are something to budget for, but the home's character and central location are clear draws.
Details of this home
Dorpsstraat 16A, Boskoop
Data from Voorofschebuurt
Data from Voorofschebuurt
12 within 5 km
18 within 5 km
About Dorpsstraat 16A, Boskoop
The asking price of €350,000 is about 35% below the average asking price in the Voorofschebuurt (€537,111). Given that the home is 112 m² and in a central location, it is priced keenly compared to other listings in the neighbourhood. However, the energy label E means higher energy costs than a modern home, which may factor into your budget.
The Voorofschebuurt is a mixed residential area with a village atmosphere. About half the homes are owner-occupied, and the population includes families, singles, and older residents. The area is moderately urban, not too quiet, not too busy, with shops and schools within walking distance. No resident reviews are available, but the CBS data shows a balanced community.
The Albert Heijn is just 72 metres away, literally on your doorstep. The Hoogvliet is 140 metres away, also very close. For a larger selection, the Aldi is about 1.2 km away. Daily groceries could not be more convenient.
The Coenecoop College (secondary school) is 163 metres away, and the Immanuelschool (primary) is 367 metres away. Basisschool De Hortus is 420 metres away, and the Rehobothschool is 582 metres away. All are within a short walk, making school runs easy.
The train station is 0.8 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
The energy label is E, which is below average for the neighbourhood, 70% of homes in the Voorofschebuurt have label A or B. An E label means the home is less energy-efficient, so heating and electricity costs will be higher than in a modern home. It is worth considering potential improvements.
The apartment is on the Dorpsstraat, a main street with shops and cafés, so there will be some street activity. The neighbourhood itself is moderately urban, not overly quiet but not noisy either. For peace and quiet, the park is 1.4 km away.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Voorofschebuurt
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