Palenstein, Zoetermeer
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Du Meelaan sits in Palenstein, a Zoetermeer neighbourhood that residents describe as 'a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage'. At €350,000, the asking price is 29% below the neighbourhood average of €496,125, which makes it a keen entry point into the local market. For context, the average price per square metre in Palenstein is €4,331, and this home's 83 m² is 29% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 117 m². If you're curious about other apartments in Zoetermeer, the wider market offers a range of options.
Palenstein is a multicultural neighbourhood with a strong sense of connection among residents. One resident sums it up: '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, with a mix of age groups: about 30% of residents are between 25 and 45, and 18% are under 15. Most homes are apartments (69%), and 29% are owner-occupied. The area is very urban, with over 3,000 addresses per square kilometre. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Palenstein.
For your morning bread, Aldi is just around the corner, and Hoogvliet and Dirk are a couple of streets away. School runs are easy: the primary school De Jacobsvlinder is a five-minute walk, and IKC De Kasteeltuyn is about the same distance. For older children, the Erasmus College is a couple of streets away. A park or public garden is on your doorstep, and the train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Zoetermeer offers a full range of amenities, with a supermarket, restaurant and GP all within a five-minute walk.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Schieland Borsboom NVM Makelaars and is also available through other channels.
Details of this home
Du Meelaan 434, 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 Du Meelaan 434, Zoetermeer
The asking price of €350,000 is 29% below the average asking price in Palenstein (€496,125) and also below the average sold price of €393,346. However, the apartment is 83 m², which is 29% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 117 m². Per square metre, the price is about €4,217, compared to the neighbourhood average of €4,331. So it's priced keenly for its size.
The energy label is B, which is efficient. In Palenstein, 38% of homes have label A and 14% have label B, so this home is above average in energy performance. You can expect relatively low energy costs compared to older homes.
Palenstein is described by a resident as 'a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage'. It has a multicultural community and a lively atmosphere. The area is very urban with over 3,000 addresses per square kilometre, and it's popular with families and young professionals. There's a good mix of ages, and amenities like shops and schools are close by.
Aldi, Hoogvliet and Dirk supermarkets are all within a five-minute walk. For primary education, De Jacobsvlinder is 346 m away and IKC De Kasteeltuyn is 510 m away. Secondary schools include Erasmus College (240 m) and MOTION Beweeg College (214 m). A GP is 0.9 km away.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
In the most recent data, there were 264 total crimes recorded in the neighbourhood. This is a figure to consider alongside the overall positive resident review, which notes a strong sense of connection and forward-looking atmosphere.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Palenstein
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