Hekbootkade 36
De Leyens, Zoetermeer
NeighbourhoodA bright apartment in De Leyens
This apartment on Hekbootkade 36 sits in De Leyens, a lively part of Zoetermeer where the streets are lined with greenery and the RandstadRail stop is just around the corner. Built in 1981, the home offers a practical layout across two floors, with the living space on the third floor. At €349,500, the asking price is on the high side compared with the average for apartments in Zoetermeer, which typically go for around €4,232 per m².
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The agent lists the living area at 75 m², while the BAG registration records 71 m². The home comes with roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a gas boiler. It is offered as full ownership, with a monthly HOA fee of €254.33. The property is situated in a residential area with an unobstructed view.
Life in De Leyens
De Leyens is a neighbourhood where residents tend to stay for the long haul. One resident, who has lived here all their life, says: "Many foreign people but that makes it all much cosier" and adds that they have "never had problems with anything or anyone". Another describes it as a "Nice cosy neighbourhood" where "people help each other". Across the district of Buytenwegh de Leyens, residents give an average score of 6.69 out of 10, based on four reviews. The neighbourhood counts around 9,400 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, see the De Leyens neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are close at hand. A Lidl is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For primary education, IKC De Tjalk is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk het Kompas and Apotheek de Leijens are both within a short walk. Tram line 3 stops at De Leyens, just around the corner, and bus line 70 runs from the HagaZiekenhuis stop. The nearest train station is Zoetermeer Oost, about 3 km away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Zoetermeer.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €319,000 as of 1 January 2025, which is 10% below the asking price. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 77%, from €180,000 to €319,000. According to area-level data, the road traffic noise level is 58 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while aircraft noise is below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and the current flood risk is low, rising to low in 2050. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via Van 't Hof Makelaardij and through 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 Hekbootkade 36, Zoetermeer
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €349,500 is 10% above the WOZ value of €319,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is also 34% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €526,905.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 75 m², while the BAG registration records 71 m². The home is on the third floor and has an unobstructed view.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, which can help keep heating costs down. The exact costs depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €319,000 as of 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, the value has increased by 77%, from €180,000 in 2020 to €319,000 in 2025. This reflects the general trend in the area, but the WOZ value is not the same as the market value.
What are the risks related to foundation and flooding?
According to area-level data, the foundation risk indication is low, but the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning there is a chance of water nuisance during heavy rain. The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. These are indications for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
A Lidl supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk het Kompas and Apotheek de Leijens are both within a short walk. For primary education, IKC De Tjalk is a couple of streets away. The HagaZiekenhuis Zoetermeer is about 600 metres away.
How is the public transport in this area?
Tram line 3 stops at De Leyens, which is just around the corner. Bus line 70 runs from the HagaZiekenhuis stop, about 600 metres away. The nearest train station is Zoetermeer Oost, approximately 3 km from the home.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Residents of the district of Buytenwegh de Leyens give an average score of 6.69 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Nice cosy neighbourhood. People help each other. Little to no nuisance." Another, who has lived there all their life, says: "Many foreign people but that makes it all much cosier." The neighbourhood has around 9,400 residents.
What is the HOA fee and what does it cover?
The monthly HOA fee is €254.33. The listing does not specify what this fee covers, but it typically includes maintenance of common areas and the building.
Experiences from De Leyens
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Nice neighbourhood. People help each other. Little to no nuisance.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €526,905 | €500,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,232 | – |
| Rent price | €2,055 p/m | €1,920 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €13 p/m | – |
Experiences from Buytenwegh de Leyens
How residents experience their district
Little contact, shops nearby, GP, pharmacy, physio, RandstadRail around the corner, lots of green and fairly quiet, I do feel safe but very busy here, housing could certainly be better, little is done about the homes.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here all my life and never had problems with anything or anyone, very cosy neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood. People help each other. Little to no nuisance.
Auto-translated to English by AINeighbourhood is okay. Quite quiet. Almost nobody talks to each other except the parents, otherwise this is a nice neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Buytenwegh de Leyens
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €499,425 | €475,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,159 | – |
| Rent price | €2,068 p/m | €1,945 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €14 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 | €518,629 | €467,075 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,345 | – |
| Rent price | €1,734 p/m | €1,669 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 p/m | – |
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Hekbootkade 36, Zoetermeer
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