A first home in the Zeeheldenbuurt
This apartment on Jan Pieterszoon Coenlaan 23 sits in the Zeeheldenbuurt, a quiet residential pocket of Alphen aan den Rijn. Built in 1961, it is a classic Dutch apartment with a sheltered position and a free view, as the agent describes it. The asking price of €315,000 is 19% below the average asking price of €389,000 in the neighbourhood, which puts it on the keen side of the market. For context, the average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,023, while this home is listed at €4,632 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you are looking at apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn, this one stands out for its price.
The apartment itself
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 68 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 116 m². The home has a balcony, and it is located on the second floor. It comes with full ownership, so there is no leasehold to worry about. The insulation is partial double glazing, and heating is provided by a central heating boiler. There is a homeowners' association fee of €332.42 per month, which is a fixed cost to factor into your budget.
Life in the Zeeheldenbuurt
The Zeeheldenbuurt is a small neighbourhood with about 1,945 residents, and it feels like a close-knit community. Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on 15 reviews. One resident says: "Green and cosy small neighbourhood," and another adds: "Love Alphen, I grew up there and have always been satisfied." A third resident notes: "A cosy backwater, friendly people, plenty of supermarkets in the area." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood, but they give a sense of the area's character. The neighbourhood itself has a mix of housing, with 44% owner-occupied homes, and most of the housing stock was built between 1945 and 1970. For more on this area, see the Zeeheldenbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Lidl and Hoogvliet supermarkets are just around the corner, and the Ekoplaza is a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, De Tamboerijn is on your doorstep, and the Rehobothschool is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Gezondheidscentrum Dillenburg, just around the corner, and the pharmacy Apotheek De Hoge Zijde is even closer. For public transport, bus stop Alphen a/d Rijn, De Baronie is on your doorstep with line 165, and the train station Alphen a/d Rijn is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn offers a range of facilities, as described in the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Regarding address risks, the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. Other noise sources, such as rail, air, and industrial traffic, are below the standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data: the home was built in 1961 on clay soil, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risks for wooden foundations. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific property. Pluvial flooding risk is low, and flood risk is low both now and in 2050, while heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Koppes Makelaardij B.V. and their listing on Funda. The agent is Koppes Makelaardij B.V.
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About Jan Pieterszoon Coenlaan 23, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the Zeeheldenbuurt?
The asking price of €315,000 is 19% below the average asking price of €389,000 in the neighbourhood. The median asking price is €337,000, and prices range from €305,000 to €590,000. This places the home on the keen side of the market, according to the precomputed comparison. Note that the price per m² is €4,632 based on the agent's floor area of 68 m², which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €4,023 per m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It is located on the second floor and has a balcony. The living area is listed as 68 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 116 m². The home has full ownership, so there is no leasehold. The homeowners' association fee is €332.42 per month.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to homes with better labels. The agent notes that the insulation is partial double glazing, and heating is provided by a central heating boiler. In the neighbourhood, 20% of the homes for sale have label A or better, 20% have label B, 40% have label C, and 20% have label D or lower, so this home is in the lower range.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1961 on clay soil, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risks for wooden foundations. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific property. The data comes from public sources like KCAF and the Climate Impact Atlas.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The Lidl and Hoogvliet supermarkets are just around the corner, about 222 metres away. The Ekoplaza is about 1,038 metres away, a ten-minute walk. For schools, De Tamboerijn primary school is 144 metres away, and the Rehobothschool is 323 metres away. For secondary education, the Groene Hart Lyceum is 362 metres away, and the Groene Hart Praktijkschool is 434 metres away.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Alphen a/d Rijn, De Baronie, about 136 metres away, with bus line 165. Another stop, Alphen a/d Rijn, van Nesstraat, is 268 metres away with lines 182 and 722. The train station Alphen a/d Rijn is about 1,282 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. These connections make it possible to travel to nearby towns, though specific destinations are not stated.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give an average score of 7.66, based on 15 reviews. One resident says: "Green and cosy small neighbourhood," and another says: "Love Alphen, I grew up there and have always been satisfied." A third notes: "A cosy backwater, friendly people, plenty of supermarkets in the area." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just the Zeeheldenbuurt specifically.
Is there a risk of flooding or heat stress?
According to area-level data, the risk of pluvial flooding is low, and the flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific property. The data comes from the Climate Impact Atlas and similar public sources.
