Graaf Janstraat 54
Driemanspolder, Zoetermeer
NeighbourhoodA first home in Driemanspolder
This two-room apartment on the second floor of a 1973 building sits on a quiet road in Driemanspolder, a lively part of Zoetermeer. With a living area of 60 m² and a price of €275,000, it is priced 31% below the average asking price of €396,576 for homes in the neighbourhood. That makes it a sharp entry point into the local market, especially when compared with other apartments in Zoetermeer.
Inside the apartment
The home has one bedroom, one bathroom, and a balcony, all on a single floor. It is fully owned, so there is no ground lease to worry about. The agent mentions partial double glazing and block heating, and the property is described as having a free view. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €243. The living area is listed as 60 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 59 m².
Life in Driemanspolder
Residents of the wider district give their area an average score of 6.69, based on four reviews. One resident calls it a "super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants", while another notes that "everything is easily accessible by car, bike, on foot, or with the RandstadRail". A third describes the district as "a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage". The neighbourhood itself counts about 6,460 inhabitants, and the housing stock is mostly from the 1970s. For more context, see the Driemanspolder neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner, and a second Hoogvliet, an Ekoplaza, an Aldi, and an Albert Heijn are all within a ten-minute walk. For school, the Oranje Nassau College Clauslaan is a couple of streets away, as are several primary schools. The nearest GP is De HOEDT-huisartsen, and the Service Apotheek Wilderink is a five-minute walk. Tram line 3 stops at Delftsewallen on your doorstep, and Zoetermeer Oost station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Zoetermeer offers further amenities and connections, as described on the municipality of Zoetermeer.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €263,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 5% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 74%, from €151,000 to €263,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Climate indications for pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, with heat stress currently low but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaarsland and Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Graaf Janstraat 54, Zoetermeer
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €275,000 is 5% above the WOZ value of €263,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 74%, from €151,000 in 2020 to €263,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has two rooms: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It is located on the second floor and includes a balcony. The living area is listed as 60 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 59 m². The volume is 193 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is E. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect relatively high energy costs. The agent mentions that the home has partial double glazing and block heating. The label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building, only about its energy performance.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €243. This fee is used for the maintenance of shared areas and the building as a whole.
How noisy is the area around this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 35 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 31 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of the specific property. No further details are provided in the listing.
What are the climate risks for this location?
Climate indications for this address show a low risk of pluvial flooding and a low flood risk both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low, but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Hoogvliet, just 260 metres away, so on your doorstep. Within a ten-minute walk you can also reach another Hoogvliet, an Ekoplaza, an Aldi, and an Albert Heijn. This gives you several options for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Several schools are within walking distance. The Oranje Nassau College Clauslaan, a secondary school, is 356 metres away. Primary schools include IKC Stella Nova at 423 metres, Basisschool De Vijverburgh at 460 metres, and Katholieke basisschool De Paulusschool at 460 metres.
How is the public transport connection?
Tram line 3 stops at Delftsewallen, just 58 metres from the door. Another tram stop, Dorp, is 543 metres away, and bus line 170 stops at Station Zoetermeer Oost, 611 metres away. The nearest train station is Zoetermeer Oost, at 610 metres.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 6.69, based on four reviews. One resident calls it a "super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants", while another mentions "aggressive vagrants and smoking youths" as a downside. A third describes it as "a neighbourhood in transformation" with a multicultural community.
How does the price per square metre compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price per square metre is €4,583, based on the agent's listed living area of 60 m². The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,897. This means the price per square metre is higher than the neighbourhood average, even though the total price is below the average due to the smaller size.
Experiences from Driemanspolder
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Felt like an industrial area rather than a neighbourhood.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €395,851 | €330,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,871 | – |
| Rent price | €1,987 p/m | €2,375 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 p/m | – |
Experiences from Centrum
How residents experience their district
Super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants
Auto-translated to English by AIPalenstein 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt'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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFelt like an industrial area rather than a neighbourhood.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €425,301 | €359,943 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,255 | – |
| Rent price | €1,595 p/m | €1,661 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
Experiences from Zoetermeer
How residents experience their municipality
I live here with great pleasure. It is a quiet, green and pleasant neighbourhood where you can enjoy walking and nature. Everything you need is nearby (such as shops, public transport and other amenities). The neighbours are friendly and helpful, and there is a pleasant atmosphere. I feel safe here and can definitely recommend this neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live in a beautiful apartment on the Bentwoud and enjoy it every day in every season! The Bentwoud in particular is excellently maintained!!! The synergy and looking out for each other in the apartment complex disappoints us! That could be better! Otherwise, we live here just fine, and we also feel safe here!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live on the Bentwoud, and you can see, smell and feel it! I always have the feeling that we live in a healthy environment! We also feel safe in the beautiful apartment building. The only thing that disappoints us is the sense of community in our complex Panoramique Bentwoud. Neighbours hardly know each other and have little interest in others. We often organise something but there is little to no interest, a shame especially because there are many elderly people living there who could use some help and/or attention!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live in a nice neighbourhood, sometimes there's a bit of trouble but where isn't there. Lovely house, nice neighbours and everything is easily accessible. In our flat we help each other when needed and there's also social control. We're having a great time here.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have shops, a tram and other businesses in the neighbourhood, such as a gym to provide for us. There are many trees and nature here, which makes it very quiet. Only it is often dirty and dull-coloured buildings that made the neighbourhood a bit boring.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighborhood is really quiet, sometimes too quiet in my opinion.
Auto-translated to English by AIToo few amenities
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Zoetermeer
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €518,588 | €466,492 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,343 | – |
| Rent price | €1,721 p/m | €1,668 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 p/m | – |
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Graaf Janstraat 54, Zoetermeer
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