Havenstraat 8A
Kern Oudewater, Oudewater
A historic home on the water
This grand apartment sits right on the water in the heart of Oudewater, a town with centuries of history. Built in 1613, the property is a listed monument in all but name, and it shows in the generous proportions and the setting. With a price of €1,050,000, this home is on the high side compared to the average of €390,000 for the two other homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and also well above the average price per square metre of €4,088. For that price you get a piece of history, and the asking price reflects the unique character of the property. If you are looking for apartments in Oudewater, this one stands out immediately.
Inside the house
According to the agent, the home has six rooms, four bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors, with a volume of 701 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 186 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 196 m². The property has a rear garden facing southeast, accessible via the back. It is a full ownership (volle eigendom), so there is no leasehold. The insulation includes roof insulation, partial double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, and the heating is provided by a central heating boiler, an open fireplace and underfloor heating throughout. The property is described as a townhouse, mid-terrace, situated on navigable water in the centre.
The Kern Oudewater neighbourhood
Residents of the district of Oudewater give their living environment an average score of 7.92, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It's a nice neighbourhood with many friendly people. It has a school, a football cage and a playground, great for children. There is good security, almost no litter on the streets thanks to the many bins, lots of houses for young families, many trees and green gardens, easy to reach via the good roads." Another resident notes: "Used to spend a lot of time outside, there's plenty to do. And good people live there. 2 schools nearby. Enough bins. Roads leading everywhere." A third resident mentions past nuisance from loitering youths, but says it is now quieter thanks to intervention by residents. The neighbourhood has 2,435 inhabitants, and a quarter of them are 65 or older. The crime figure stands at 66 incidents in total. This is the Kern Oudewater neighbourhood, a place with a mix of ages and a strong community feel.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well covered here. The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and the Jumbo is a ten-minute walk away. For school, the Mariaschool RK Basisonderwijs is on your doorstep, and the Jenaplansch Klavertje 4 is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Raedts en Migo and the Apotheek Oudewater pharmacy are both a five-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop Oudewater, Molenwal is just around the corner, with lines N7, 207, 307 and 505. The nearest train station is Woerden, about 7.2 km away. All of this sits within the municipality of Oudewater, a town that combines historic charm with practical amenities. The address risk data, based on public area-level indications, shows a road traffic noise level of 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, and a railway noise level of 21 dB Lden, which is not. The foundation risk indication is elevated, with notes mentioning the 1613 construction on clay soil, a possible wooden pile or shallow foundation, and a KCAF attention area where 95% of properties were built before 1970. In this area, 10% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which increases the risk for wooden foundations. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate risk indications include medium pluvial flooding, low flood risk now and in 2050, and medium heat stress now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Koning makelaars - ERA én NVM and De Koning makelaars - ERA én NVM.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Havenstraat 8A, Oudewater
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €1,050,000 is significantly higher than the average of €390,000 for the two other homes currently for sale in Kern Oudewater. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,088, while this home is listed at €5,645 per m² based on the agent's floor area. The price reflects the historic character and the large living area, which is 94% larger than the neighbourhood average of 96 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the home has six rooms, four bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 186 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 196 m². The property has a rear garden facing southeast, accessible via the back. It is a full ownership, so there is no leasehold.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is separate from the asking price. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address risk data shows a road traffic noise level of 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, and a railway noise level of 21 dB Lden, which is not above the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at the property itself.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and the Jumbo is a ten-minute walk away. The Mariaschool RK Basisonderwijs is on your doorstep, and the Jenaplansch Klavertje 4 is a couple of streets away. There are also other schools within a short distance.
What is the public transport like in this area?
The bus stop Oudewater, Molenwal is just around the corner, with lines N7, 207, 307 and 505. The nearest train station is Woerden, about 7.2 km away. This provides options for both local and regional travel.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data. The notes mention the 1613 construction on clay soil, a possible wooden pile or shallow foundation, and a KCAF attention area where 95% of properties were built before 1970. In this area, 10% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district of Oudewater give their living environment an average score of 7.92, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It's a nice neighbourhood with many friendly people. It has a school, a football cage and a playground, great for children." Another mentions past nuisance from loitering youths, but says it is now quieter. The reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific neighbourhood.





