A calm spot in Oosterwei
This apartment on the fourth floor of a 1963 building sits on a quiet road in a residential part of Oosterwei, a neighbourhood in Gouda where life moves at its own pace. With 66 square metres of living space, it is a compact home that makes the most of its layout. The asking price of €250,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average, and it is the cheapest of the three homes currently for sale here. For context, apartments in Gouda vary widely in price, so this one stands out for its entry-level position.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over four floors. It comes with a balcony, and the agent notes double glazing and block heating. You own the property outright, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €238. The home is on the fourth floor, so you get a sense of height. The energy label is G, the least efficient label, which means you should expect higher energy costs.
Life in Oosterwei
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.04, based on three reviews. One resident says: "A mix of many cultures. Little greenery, often a lot of rubbish. But there are good small businesses and supermarkets in the neighbourhood." Another adds: "Beautiful neighbourhood, all amenities around the corner. Loitering youths and hygiene need to be addressed by the municipality." A third resident says: "I love this neighbourhood. It's relatively green. Most residents are friendly." The neighbourhood has about 1,730 residents, and 42% of households are single-person. The Oosterwei neighbourhood has its own character, shaped by its mix of cultures and its practical amenities.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, Jumbo is just around the corner and Lidl is a couple of streets away, while Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. OBS Wereldwijs primary school is on your doorstep, and Antoniuscollege Gouda for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The GP practice Therapeuticum Calendula is a couple of streets away, and BENU Apotheek Gouda Oost is just around the corner. Bus line 3 stops at Gouda, Dunantsingel, a couple of streets away, and the nearest train station, Gouda Goverwelle, is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Gouda offers further amenities within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €251,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is virtually equal to the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 70%, from €148,000 to €251,000. As for address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 47 dB, from rail traffic 44 dB, and from air traffic 36 dB, all below the relevant norms. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data, and the soil type is peat. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, as is flood risk now and in 2050, while heat stress is low now and medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Kalmeijer Makelaars. The listing has been available since 19 September 2026.
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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 Johannes Poststraat 53, Gouda
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €250,000 is 38% below the average asking price of €406,000 for homes currently for sale in Oosterwei. It is also the cheapest of the three homes on the market in this neighbourhood right now. The price per square metre is €3,788, which is 6% below the neighbourhood average per square metre. This makes it a keenly priced option within the local market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the fourth floor of the building and has a balcony. The living area is 66 square metres, and the volume is 218 cubic metres. The home is part of a building with four floors, and you own the property outright. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €238.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value for 2025 is €251,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price of €250,000 is virtually equal to this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 70%, from €148,000 in 2020 to €251,000 in 2025. This gives an indication of how the municipal valuation has developed over time.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to area-level data. The home was built in 1963 on peat soil, and the area is noted as a KCAF attention zone, with 100% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. The groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Jumbo is just around the corner at 330 metres, and Lidl is a couple of streets away at 404 metres. Albert Heijn is about a ten-minute walk at just over a kilometre. There are also two Coop supermarkets within about 1.3 kilometres. With 21 supermarkets within five kilometres, you have plenty of choice for groceries in the wider area.
What is public transport like from this home?
Bus line 3 stops at Gouda, Dunantsingel, which is just around the corner at 231 metres. There are also stops at Gouda, De Kortestraat and Gouda, Hertzogstraat, all within about 500 metres. The nearest train station is Gouda Goverwelle, at 860 metres, which is about a ten-minute walk. This gives you options for both local and regional travel.
What do residents say about living in Oosterwei?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.04, based on three reviews. One resident mentions a mix of cultures, with little greenery and sometimes rubbish, but also good small businesses and supermarkets. Another says it is a beautiful neighbourhood with amenities around the corner, though loitering youths and hygiene need attention. A third resident says it is relatively green and most residents are friendly.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this apartment is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you should expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The agent notes that the home has double glazing, which can help with insulation. However, the label itself indicates that the overall energy performance is at the lower end of the scale.
