A bright upper apartment in the heart of the village
This upper apartment on the Korenbloemlaan sits on a quiet road in a residential area, right in the middle of the village atmosphere that Valkenburg (Zh) is known for. Built in 1992, the home is on the second living floor and offers a comfortable layout with three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. At €380,000, the asking price is 46% below the average asking price of €705,250 in the neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side compared to the local market. For a sense of what else is available, you can compare it with other [apartments in Katwijk].
A practical layout with a balcony
The apartment spans a single floor and has a living area of 64 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 63 m². The home comes with a balcony, double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €101. The property is described as an upper apartment (bovenwoning) and is situated on the second living floor.
Life in the Dorp neighbourhood
Valkenburg's Dorp neighbourhood is a small community of about 1,775 residents, where a village feel prevails. Residents across the municipality of Katwijk give their living environment an average score of 7.76, based on 40 reviews. One resident describes the area as "a charming and lively place with a rich history and a strong sense of community," while another simply calls it "cosy, friendly and relaxed." A third review is less positive, mentioning "unsafe, dogs barking all day." The neighbourhood has 742 homes, of which 75% are owner-occupied. For more context on the wider area, you can read about [the municipality of Katwijk].
Daily essentials and getting around
For your daily shopping, the Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner, with a Jumbo a ten-minute walk away. The pharmacy Apotheek Valkenburg (ZH) is on your doorstep, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Zaaijer is a couple of streets away in Rijnsburg. Primary schools like P.C. Basisschool De Schakel and Het DOK are both within a ten-minute walk. Bus line 38 stops at Valkenburg, Hoofdstraat just around the corner, and Leiden Centraal station is about 3.2 km away.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is 45 dB Lden, railway noise 19 dB Lden and aircraft noise 44 dB Lden, all below the relevant noise standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the clay soil is noted as sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is the current flood risk, while heat stress is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Alpina Katwijk (formerly De Leeuw Makelaardij) on 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 Korenbloemlaan 4, Valkenburg (Zh)
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €380,000 is 46% below the average asking price of €705,250 in the Dorp neighbourhood. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,026, while this home is listed at €5,938 per m² based on the agent's stated living area of 64 m². The neighbourhood has 8 homes currently for sale, with prices ranging from €125,000 to €1,350,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It is an upper apartment (bovenwoning) located on the second living floor. The living area is 64 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 63 m². The home also has a balcony and a volume of 197 m³.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this property. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, but it is not available here, so no comparison with the asking price or information about its development over the past five years can be provided.
What are the risk indications for this address?
The address-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 45 dB Lden, railway noise at 19 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 44 dB Lden, all below the relevant noise standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the clay soil is noted as sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is the current flood risk, while heat stress is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
The Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner at 265 metres, with a Jumbo about 785 metres away. The pharmacy Apotheek Valkenburg (ZH) is at 248 metres, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Zaaijer is in Rijnsburg at about 1.3 km. Primary schools P.C. Basisschool De Schakel and Het DOK are both within a ten-minute walk. Bus line 38 stops at Valkenburg, Hoofdstraat at 261 metres.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Dorp neighbourhood in Valkenburg has about 1,775 residents and 742 homes, of which 75% are owner-occupied. Residents across the municipality of Katwijk give their living environment an average score of 7.76 based on 40 reviews. One resident describes it as "a charming and lively place with a rich history and a strong sense of community," while another calls it "cosy, friendly and relaxed." A third review mentions "unsafe, dogs barking all day."
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 38 stops at Valkenburg, Hoofdstraat just around the corner at 261 metres, with additional stops at Valkenburg, Broekweg at 410 metres and Valkenburg, Torenvlietslaan at 507 metres. The nearest train station is Leiden Centraal at about 3.2 km. The bus line serves the local area, though specific destinations and frequencies are not stated.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has energy label C. This label indicates a moderate level of energy efficiency, so you can expect reasonable but not minimal energy costs. The home has double glazing according to the agent, which helps with insulation.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the monthly homeowners' association fee is €101. This fee is typically used for the maintenance of shared areas and the building itself. The home is offered as full ownership (volle eigendom), meaning you own the property outright. The specific services covered by the fee are not detailed in the listing.
How many homes are currently for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 8 homes for sale in the Dorp neighbourhood, with asking prices ranging from €125,000 to €1,350,000. The average asking price is €705,250 and the median is €734,500. In the past period, 23 homes were sold with an average price of €545,783 and an average time on the market of 37 days.
