Palenstein, Zoetermeer
NeighbourhoodThis 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 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.
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.
At the time of writing the home is listed via De Makelaars Rotterdam en Zoetermeer and also appears on Funda.
Details of this home
Du Meelaan 490, 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 490, Zoetermeer
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Palenstein