Appartement te koop: Du Meelaan 490, Zoetermeer
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Du Meelaan 490

Palenstein, Zoetermeer

€ 350,000
Neighbourhood Palenstein, ZoetermeerNeighbourhood
Sold subject to conditions
The sale is not yet final
Energy-efficient home with label A
Lower energy costs than most homes
Aldi 420m away
10 supermarkets within 1 km
AI summary

A two-bedroom apartment in Palenstein, Zoetermeer

This 74 m² apartment on Du Meelaan sits in a neighbourhood that is very much on the up. With an energy label A, it's efficient and modern. At €350,000, the asking price is 29% below the neighbourhood average of €496,125, a keen price for a home that's ready to move into. For context, apartments in Zoetermeer vary widely, but this one stands out for its value.

Palenstein: a neighbourhood in transformation

Palenstein is a neighbourhood in renewal, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage. One resident describes it as the "Heart of renewal", noting the multicultural community creates a lively and diverse atmosphere. With improved homes, green spaces and proximity to amenities, it's an attractive area for families and young professionals. The neighbourhood feels forward-looking, but retains a strong sense of connection among residents. This is based on one review. The neighbourhood Palenstein is densely populated, with many young households and a mix of ages.

Life on the street

For daily shopping, Aldi and Hoogvliet are just around the corner, and Dirk is a couple of streets away. Schools are close too: the Jacobsvlinder primary school is a five-minute walk, and IKC De Kasteeltuyn is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Zoetermeer offers plenty of green space, with a park or public garden just a couple of streets away.

Source

At the time of writing the home is listed via De Makelaars Rotterdam en Zoetermeer and also appears on Funda.

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Features

Details of this home

Date discovered12 June 2026
StatusSold subject to conditions
Price € 350,000
Price per m²€ 4,730
Living area74m²
Year built1985
Energy labelA
NeighbourhoodPalenstein
DistrictCentrum
MunicipalityZoetermeer
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Location

Du Meelaan 490, Zoetermeer

Experiences from the neighbourhood

Satisfactory · 1 resident

6.6
Phoebe
10-09-2024
Heart of renewal

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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Neighbourhood statistics

Data from Palenstein

Residents5,530
Men49%
Women52%

Housing market

Data from Palenstein

Housing stock2,635
Avg. assessed value€ 284,000
Homes for sale29%
Rental homes71%

Supermarkets

27 within 5 km

Aldi
Leidsewallen 26
420m
Hoogvliet
Oostwaarts 109
431m
Dirk
Croesinckplein 1
468m

Schools

65 within 5 km

MOTION Beweeg College
Secondary education · 353 pupils
214m
Erasmus College
Secondary education · 1737 pupils
240m
De Jacobsvlinder
Primary education · 130 pupils
346m

Frequently asked questions

About Du Meelaan 490, Zoetermeer

Is €350,000 a fair price for this apartment?

The asking price of €350,000 is 29% below the average asking price in Palenstein (€496,125). However, this apartment is also smaller than average (74 m² vs 117 m²). The price per m² works out at about €4,730, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €4,331 per m². So while the total price is low, you're paying a bit more per square metre.

What is the neighbourhood like?

Palenstein is a neighbourhood in transformation, with modernisation and greenery taking centre stage. It has a multicultural community and a lively, diverse atmosphere. One resident calls it the 'Heart of renewal' and says it feels forward-looking while retaining a strong sense of connection. The area is popular with families and young professionals.

How far is the train station?

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 and other cities.

What shops and schools are nearby?

Aldi, Hoogvliet and Dirk supermarkets are all within a five-minute walk. For schools, the Jacobsvlinder primary school is 346 m away, and IKC De Kasteeltuyn is 510 m away. There are also secondary schools like Erasmus College within walking distance.

What is the energy label and what does it mean?

The apartment has energy label A, which is very efficient. This means low energy costs and a comfortable home. In Palenstein, 38.1% of homes have label A, so this is in line with the neighbourhood's efficient housing stock.

How many homes like this are for sale in the neighbourhood?

There are currently 16 homes for sale in Palenstein, with an average asking price of €496,125. This apartment is one of the more affordable options, especially given its energy efficiency.

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