Bloemenbuurt, Oegstgeest
This apartment on Irislaan 157 sits in the lively Bloemenbuurt, a neighbourhood where residents enjoy a peaceful setting with amenities close at hand. The home is part of a building from 1965 and has an energy label D. With an asking price of €375,000, it is priced 9% below the WOZ value and 19% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €462,571. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,983, while this home asks €3,989 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you're looking at apartments in Oegstgeest, this one stands out for its price position.
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 94 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 96 m². The home features double glazing and is heated by block heating. It is located on the first living floor and has a balcony. The property is offered as full ownership, with a monthly HOA fee of €380. The agent describes the setting as in the centre with a free view.
Residents of the municipality of Oegstgeest give their living environment an average score of 8.3, based on 13 reviews. One resident says: "My neighbourhood is always very cosy, with children playing outside and also the annual neighbourhood barbecues. The amenities are absolutely great, we have a Kruidvat, Jumbo, florist and barber around the corner." Another adds: "It's a peaceful neighbourhood, never much nuisance and always very nice to go for a walk because there's a nice park nearby." The neighbourhood itself has about 2,540 inhabitants, and a quarter of households have children. The crime figure stands at 121 incidents in total. This is the Bloemenbuurt neighbourhood, a place where daily life feels calm and convenient.
Everyday errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, just 23 metres away, and the Jumbo is just around the corner. For schools, Duinzigt Havo and Teylingen College Duinzigt are a couple of streets away, and RK Jenaplanschool de Kring is a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Poelgeest is just around the corner, and Apotheek Beker CV is a couple of streets away. Bus stop Oegstgeest, Irislaan is on your doorstep with line 54, and Leiden Centraal station is about 2.4 km away. This all falls within the municipality of Oegstgeest.
The WOZ value of this home is €414,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 9% below this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 82%, from €228,000 to €414,000. As for address risks, the noise levels from road, rail, and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the home was built in 1965 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. Pluvial flooding risk is low, and heat stress is currently medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Heemborgh Makelaars Sassenheim.
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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.
About Irislaan 157, Oegstgeest
The asking price of €375,000 is 9% below the WOZ value of €414,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is lower than the municipal valuation. The WOZ value is not the market value, but it is an official indication. The price also sits 19% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €462,571.
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 94 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 96 m². There is a balcony, and the home is located on the first living floor. The property is offered as full ownership.
The energy label is D. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, but it does not say anything about the structural condition. With label D, you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has double glazing according to the agent, which helps with insulation. The exact energy costs depend on your usage and energy prices.
The WOZ value is €414,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 82%, from €228,000 to €414,000. This shows a significant rise over five years. The WOZ value is used for taxes and is not the same as the market value.
The noise levels from road, rail, and air traffic are all below the relevant standards, so there is no excessive noise. The foundation risk indication is low, but the home was built in 1965 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
The Albert Heijn supermarket is just 23 metres away, and the Jumbo is 116 metres away. There are several schools within walking distance, including Duinzigt Havo and Teylingen College Duinzigt. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Poelgeest is 298 metres away, and the pharmacy Apotheek Beker CV is 314 metres away. Bus stop Oegstgeest, Irislaan is 34 metres away with line 54.
The Bloemenbuurt is a residential area in Oegstgeest. Residents of the municipality give their living environment an average score of 8.3 out of 10. One resident mentions the cosy atmosphere and annual neighbourhood barbecues, while another highlights the peaceful surroundings and nearby park. The neighbourhood has about 2,540 inhabitants, and a quarter of households have children.
The nearest bus stop is Oegstgeest, Irislaan, just 34 metres away, served by line 54. There are also stops at Aert van Neslaan and Wijttenbachweg, with lines 54 and 56. The nearest train station is Leiden Centraal, about 2.4 km away. This provides options for both bus and train travel.
The monthly HOA fee is €380. This fee is for the homeowners' association, which typically covers maintenance of common areas, building insurance, and sometimes reserve funds. The exact coverage depends on the association's regulations. The fee is a fixed monthly cost to consider.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Quiet little neighbourhoods all..mostly elderly
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| Sale price | €462,571 | €391,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,983 | – |
| Rent price | €1,748 p/m | €1,748 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Quiet little neighbourhoods all..mostly elderly
Auto-translated to English by AIFriendly people and close-knit neighbourhood
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| Sale price | €453,603 | €433,862 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,940 | – |
| Rent price | €1,660 p/m | €1,660 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
My neighbourhood is always very cosy, with children playing outside and also the annual neighbourhood barbecues. The amenities are absolutely great, we have a Kruidvat, Jumbo, florist and barber around the corner, and also varied stalls during the week, such as mabroek, Vietnamese spring rolls, cheese and a fishmonger. There is also almost never any unrest in our area, very neat and polite people. Nice playgrounds and benches along the water and also a large green park nearby. It is close to the motorway which is handy for the car and public transport is also fine. We have 3 bus lines that pass by in the area, and the nearest one is only a 5-minute walk away. Furthermore, the hygiene is great, always very clean and almost no litter. We have a GP practice in the area and a primary school.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a peaceful neighbourhood, never much nuisance and always very nice to go for a walk because there's a nice park nearby that isn't overcrowded with young people. All amenities are conveniently close, so very handy if you've forgotten to get something. Otherwise, a nice atmosphere around the area, lots of friendly people and also occasional neighbourhood barbecues which make it cosy.
Auto-translated to English by AIClean, quiet, child-friendly, easily accessible
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood. Lots of nice people and I always feel safe. I just miss a football pitch or something. Somewhere where the youngsters can play football/basketball and so on. Supermarket nearby (Lidl) and a shopping centre within cycling distance. Beach not too far away either, and the city too. Actually just a really lovely neighbourhood!
Auto-translated to English by AIMy neighbourhood is very cosy and snug, because it's a big shopping street and almost all neighbours are very kind. Nothing ever gets stolen in the neighbourhood, and there are many schools nearby for children.
Auto-translated to English by AIOegstgeest is a nice village with many good facilities, such as shopping centres, sports clubs, water sports opportunities, swimming pool, restaurants, etc. Medical facilities are also excellent. I have been living here for 30 years with great pleasure.
Auto-translated to English by AIFriendly people, but things do happen sometimes
Auto-translated to English by AIPoelgeest is a quiet neighbourhood, it has a hair salon, gym, primary school... It's also next to a polder with rich nature and birds, though they do poop a lot over you.
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| Sale price | €715,250 | €663,648 |
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| Sale per m² | €5,470 | – |
| Rent price | €1,755 p/m | €1,755 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
Irislaan 157, Oegstgeest
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