Dr. J. W. Paltelaan 198
Dorp, Zoetermeer
AreaA bright apartment by the park
This apartment on the third floor of a gallery flat sits right by a park, with a free view and a balcony. Built in 1960, it has an energy label E, so expect higher energy costs. The asking price of €300,000 is 26% below the average asking price of €405,778 in the neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side. For context, apartments in Zoetermeer are listed at an average of €4,972 per m².
Inside the home
The flat has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom on a single floor, with a volume of 231 m³. It comes with double glazing and a central heating boiler, and you own the property outright. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €203.93. The balcony is a nice spot to enjoy the view.
Life in Dorp
Dorp is a lively part of Zoetermeer, with a mix of old and new. 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." The neighbourhood has about 5,100 inhabitants, and a quarter of them are 65 or older. For more, see the Dorp neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Groceries are just around the corner at Hoogvliet, and a couple of streets away you'll find Ekoplaza and Aldi. For primary education, Basisschool De Vijverburgh and Katholieke basisschool De Paulusschool are both a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Palenstein, Huisartsenpraktijk Klooster, a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Service Apotheek Wilderink is just around the corner. Bus line 170 stops at Station Zoetermeer Oost on your doorstep, and tram line 3 is a couple of streets away at Delftsewallen. The train station Zoetermeer Oost is also on your doorstep. All this is part of the municipality of Zoetermeer. According to public address data, the noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while other noise sources are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil is clay, which is an area-level indication. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is low, but by 2050 it is expected to remain low. Heat stress is currently low, but by 2050 it is expected to be medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Schieland Borsboom NVM Makelaars.
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About Dr. J. W. Paltelaan 198, Zoetermeer
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €300,000 is 26% below the average asking price of €405,778 in the neighbourhood. The median asking price is €325,000, and prices range from €275,000 to €1,095,000. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,972, while this home is listed at €4,167 per m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
This apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 72 m², and the volume is 231 m³. It is located on the third floor of a gallery flat and has a balcony. The property is fully owned, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €203.93.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is used for taxes, but it is not available for this property at the moment.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public address data, the noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm. Other noise sources, such as rail, air, and industry, are below their respective norms. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. The notes mention that the home was built in 1960 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
What are the flood and heat risks for this area?
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium. Heat stress is currently low, but by 2050 it is expected to be medium. These are area-level indications from the Climate Impact Atlas.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Hoogvliet, about 642 metres away. Ekoplaza is at 807 metres, and another Hoogvliet is at 903 metres. Aldi is at 973 metres, and Jumbo is at 1,017 metres. All are within a short walk or bike ride.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Several schools are within walking distance. Picasso Lyceum (secondary) is 444 metres away, Basisschool De Vijverburgh (primary) is 457 metres, and Katholieke basisschool De Paulusschool (primary) is also 457 metres. Praktijkcollege Zoetermeer (secondary) is 466 metres away.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Station Zoetermeer Oost, 299 metres away, served by bus line 170. Tram line 3 stops at Delftsewallen, 377 metres away, and at Dorp, 597 metres away. The nearest train station is Zoetermeer Oost, 279 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
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 mentions: "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."
