A bright apartment in Nieuwe Sloot
This apartment on Hooftstraat 281 sits in Nieuwe Sloot, a neighbourhood in Alphen aan den Rijn where the streets feel calm and the Rijnstroompark is close by. Built in 1999, the home has an energy label B, which means it is an efficient label, so you can expect reasonable energy costs. The asking price of €545,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €462,955. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the area is €4,509, while this home is listed at €5,737 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn, this one stands out for its size and location.
The home itself
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 95 square metres, and the price per square metre is based on that figure. The listing does not provide further details about the layout, such as the number of bedrooms or bathrooms, nor does it mention any outdoor space like a garden or balcony. The home was built in 1999, so it is a relatively modern construction, and the energy label B indicates an efficient label. Without more information from the agent, it is hard to say much more about the interior, but the size and the year of construction give a sense of what to expect.
Life in Nieuwe Sloot
Residents of the district of Lage Zijde, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 8.46, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I grew up there and have always been satisfied. I would never want to leave and have little to complain about." Another resident mentions: "You have the city centre close by, you can easily get there, and you have nice pavements everywhere next to the road that are clean and usually don't have big bumps in them." The same resident also highlights the Rijnstroompark for walks and play, and notes there are trees and several playgrounds. A third resident adds that there is lots of play space for children, a primary school around the corner, and the city centre within walking distance. The neighbourhood has about 1,820 inhabitants, and 37% of households have children, which fits with the family-friendly tone of the reviews. For more on the area, you can read about the Nieuwe Sloot neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is convenient. The SPAR express is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn and Lidl are a ten-minute walk away. For healthcare, the hospital Alrijne Alphen aan den Rijn is a five-minute walk, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Gezondheidscentrum Dillenburg is a couple of streets away, with Apotheek De Hoge Zijde nearby. Schools are close too: the Protestant Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer is just around the corner, and the Groene Hart Topmavo is a couple of streets away. Public transport is well served, with bus stops at Willem de Zwijgerlaan and Meerkoetstraat, both a five-minute walk, offering lines 1, 2, 169, 183, and 722. The nearest train station, Alphen a/d Rijn, is about 1.5 kilometres away. For a broader view, the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn has plenty to offer. However, the asking price is 18% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €462,955, which is a precomputed comparison. As for address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 47 dB Lden, which is not above the noise standard, and the same applies to railway noise at 21 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 41 dB Lden, all based on recent reference years. The foundation risk indication is medium, with notes that the soil is clay and sensitive to settling, and that 77% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate, the risk of pluvial flooding is low, as is the current flood risk, and the flood risk in 2050 is also low. Heat stress is currently low, but by 2050 it is expected to be medium.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Angela den Hartog makelaardij B.V. The listing is available through this single channel, so if you are interested, that is where you would find the details.
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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 Hooftstraat 281, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €545,000 is 18% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €462,955. The average asking price per square metre in the area is €4,509, while this home is listed at €5,737 per square metre. This puts the price on the high side compared with the local market, but the home is a 1999 apartment with an energy label B, which may justify the premium for some buyers.
What is the living area of this apartment?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 95 square metres. The listing does not provide further details about the layout, such as the number of bedrooms or bathrooms, nor does it mention any outdoor space. The price per square metre is based on the BAG figure, which is €5,737. Without more information from the agent, it is not possible to say more about the interior layout.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not always included in a listing. Without this figure, it is not possible to comment on how the asking price relates to the official valuation.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and 77% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. The home itself was built in 1999, which is more recent than many in the area.
What public transport options are available near Hooftstraat 281?
There are several bus stops within a five-minute walk. The stop at Willem de Zwijgerlaan offers lines 1, 2, 169, 183, and 722, and the stop at Meerkoetstraat offers lines 1, 2, 101, 147, and 722. The nearest train station is Alphen a/d Rijn, about 1.5 kilometres away, which is roughly a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district of Lage Zijde, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 8.46, based on three reviews. One resident says they have always been satisfied and would never want to leave. Another mentions the city centre is close by, with clean pavements and the Rijnstroompark for walks. A third notes lots of play space for children and a primary school around the corner.
Are there schools within walking distance?
Yes, the Protestant Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer is just around the corner, about 320 metres away. The Groene Hart Topmavo, a secondary school, is also close, at about 321 metres. There are several other schools nearby, including the Groene Hart Lyceum and Scala College, all within a short walk or bike ride.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect reasonable energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The home was built in 1999, which is relatively modern. The listing does not provide specific details about insulation or heating installations, so the label is the main indicator of energy performance.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any outdoor space such as a garden or balcony. It also does not mention any installations like insulation or heating. As a result, the description is based on the available facts: the living area, year of construction, and energy label.
