A waterside apartment in Zandveld
This apartment on Handelskade 26C sits right on the water with an open view, in the Zandveld neighbourhood of Nieuwegein. Built in 1920, the home has an A++ energy label, which is an efficient label, so expect relatively low energy costs. At €399,000, the asking price is on the low side compared to the neighbourhood average, and it is the cheapest of the 11 homes currently for sale in this area. For context, this is one of the apartments in Nieuwegein currently on the market.
Inside the home
This three-room apartment spans one floor on the third living level, with two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 72 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 74 m². The home is fully insulated and heated with underfloor heating throughout and a heat pump. It is offered in full ownership, with a monthly HOA fee of €68. The setting is described as being on the water with an unobstructed view.
Life in Zandveld
Zandveld is a neighbourhood where residents seem to feel at home. Across the municipality of Nieuwegein, residents give an average score of 7.11 based on 18 reviews. One resident says: "I think it's a nice living environment. It's just a shame that only high-rise flats are being built. And that they are unaffordable for first-time buyers." Another, who has lived there for 40 years, notes: "We will have been living here with pleasure for 40 years next year. So that says something. Only parking is sometimes a problem. Otherwise, most amenities in the neighbourhood." A third resident mentions: "Sometimes we have trouble with the youngsters on fatbikes, they ride everywhere and way too fast. But otherwise it's a nice neighbourhood." The neighbourhood has about 2,365 residents, and 57% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the municipality of Nieuwegein.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a ten-minute walk away. The Mauritsschool and Vreeswijk primary schools are both within a couple of streets away. The nearest GP, Huisartspraktijk Vreeswijk, is a five-minute walk, and Apotheek Vreeswijk is just around the corner. For public transport, bus stops at Koninginnenlaan and Berkstraat are a five-minute walk, served by lines 65 and 565, and the Wiersdijk tram stop is also nearby with lines 20, 44, N5, 302, and 565. The nearest train station is Houten, about 5.7 km away.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €410,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 3% below that value. Over the past year, the WOZ value has risen from €237,000 to €410,000. According to public risk data at the address level, the noise from road traffic is 47 dB Lden, which is not above the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the home being built in 1920 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation, and the area is a KCAF attention zone. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk is low, while the current flood risk is elevated, though by 2050 it is projected to be low. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Lauteslager Makelaars and other platforms.
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About Handelskade 26C, Nieuwegein
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €399,000 is 3% below the WOZ value of €410,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also 41% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €681,636, and it is the cheapest of the 11 homes currently for sale in Zandveld.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor on the third living level. The living area is 72 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 74 m². The home is fully insulated and heated with underfloor heating throughout and a heat pump. It is offered in full ownership with a monthly HOA fee of €68.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A++, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home is fully insulated, which supports energy efficiency. However, the label itself does not guarantee specific costs, as actual usage and energy prices will affect your bills.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public risk data. This is based on the home being built in 1920 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The area is also a KCAF attention zone, with 89% of properties in the postcode area built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and climate risks for this area?
According to public climate data, the pluvial flooding risk (from heavy rain) is low. The current flood risk is elevated, but by 2050 it is projected to be low. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on the Klimaateffectatlas, not a specific assessment of this property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn, about 800 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. Another Albert Heijn is slightly further at 847 metres. A Lidl is about 1.9 km away, and there are two Jumbo supermarkets within about 2 km. In total, there are 26 supermarkets within 5 km of this address.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is the Mauritsschool, about 293 metres away, and the Vreeswijk school is about 389 metres away. Both are within a five-minute walk. Other primary schools within about 1 km include De Tweeklank and De Zandbloem. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 2.3 km away.
What public transport options are available?
Bus stops at Koninginnenlaan and Berkstraat are both about 346-347 metres away, served by lines 65 and 565. The Wiersdijk stop, about 390 metres away, offers tram and bus services with lines 20, 44, N5, 302, and 565. The nearest train station is Houten, about 5.7 km away.
How do residents rate living in this area?
Across the municipality of Nieuwegein, residents give an average score of 7.11 out of 10, based on 18 reviews. One resident says: "I think it's a nice living environment. It's just a shame that only high-rise flats are being built. And that they are unaffordable for first-time buyers." Another notes: "We will have been living here with pleasure for 40 years next year. So that says something. Only parking is sometimes a problem."
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of housing?
In Zandveld, 57% of homes are owner-occupied, and the average asking price for homes currently for sale is €681,636, with a median of €675,000. The average living area is 160 m², so this apartment at 72 m² is smaller than the neighbourhood average. About 25% of homes in the area have an energy label of A or higher.
