A social rental apartment on Groningenstraat
This apartment on Groningenstraat sits in the Europaplein neighbourhood of Alphen aan den Rijn, a part of town where daily life is pleasantly compact. At €715 per month, the rent is well below the neighbourhood average of €1,795, which makes sense for a social housing listing. The 65 m² floor area is 36% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 101 m², so the price reflects that. For context, apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn typically command higher rents, so this one is on the low side.
The Europaplein neighbourhood
The Europaplein neighbourhood is a quiet, green part of Alphen aan den Rijn, with a higher average age among residents. One resident, who has lived here for about 13 years, describes it as a decent neighbourhood with lots of green and shops nearby, though they note that residents have become a bit less civilised over time. They also mention it feels safe, with little police presence and a higher average age. Based on this single review, the neighbourhood scores an 8 out of 10. CBS figures show that most households are single-person, and a quarter of residents are 65 or older.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the Hoogvliet supermarket is on your doorstep, just 58 metres away, with an Aldi just around the corner. For schools, De Wereldwijzer and PCB de Fontein are both a five-minute walk, and the Scala College secondary school is a couple of streets away. The train station is 1.7 km from the home, which is a manageable distance for commuters. The municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn provides the broader amenities, including a GP practice about 1.1 km away.
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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 Groningenstraat 16, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
Is €715 a fair rent for this apartment?
At €715 per month, this social housing apartment is significantly cheaper than the neighbourhood average of €1,795. The floor area of 65 m² is 36% smaller than the average of 101 m², which partly explains the lower price. Given the social housing status and the size, the rent is on the low side compared to other rentals in Europaplein.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. A B label indicates a reasonably efficient home, meaning energy costs are likely to be moderate. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only its energy performance.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The Hoogvliet supermarket is just 58 metres away, literally on your doorstep. An Aldi is 222 metres away, just around the corner. For organic options, Ekoplaza is 700 metres away, and another Hoogvliet is at 757 metres. An Albert Heijn is about 1.1 km away, so daily shopping is very convenient.
What schools are nearby?
There are several schools within a short walk. De Wereldwijzer primary school is 385 metres away, PCB de Fontein is 411 metres, and De Meridiaan is 512 metres. For secondary education, the Scala College is 440 metres away. De Bonifacius primary school is 595 metres from the home.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.7 km from the apartment. That is a reasonable distance for those who commute by train, though it is not within immediate walking distance.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Europaplein neighbourhood has a higher average age, with 28% of residents aged 65 or older. Most households are single-person (61%), and there are relatively few families with children (15%). One resident describes it as a decent neighbourhood with lots of green and shops nearby, scoring it 8 out of 10.
