Mahoniehout 17
Rokkeveen-West, Zoetermeer
AreaA spacious apartment in a leafy corner of Zoetermeer
This apartment on Mahoniehout 17 sits in a quiet, green part of Rokkeveen-West, with a park just a couple of streets away. At 180 m², it's a good 29% larger than the average home in the neighbourhood, and with an energy label A you can expect low running costs. The asking price of €825,000 is 29% above the neighbourhood average of €637,804, which puts it on the high side, but then you're getting a lot more space. For context, you can compare it with other apartments in Zoetermeer.
Rokkeveen-West: a safe, small-scale neighbourhood
Rokkeveen-West scores a solid 7.79 out of 10 from residents, based on three reviews. One resident calls it a "Very nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in" and gives it an 8.13. Another describes it as "Small-scale with friendly people", noting that there's not much litter, it's close to public transport and shopping, and near the forest, though they'd like a few more plants in the street itself. A third resident sums it up: "All amenities nearby and relatively safe. The neighbourhood is varied in terms of housing layout and is well interspersed with green areas and a real park." The area is home to a mix of ages, with many families and older residents, and most homes are owner-occupied. Find out more about the Rokkeveen-West neighbourhood.
Daily life on Mahoniehout
For your morning bread and groceries, SPAR express is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Jumbo are both a ten-minute walk away. There are two primary schools within a five-minute walk: IKC De Waterlelie and IKC Floriant. The neighbourhood has a real park within a couple of streets, and the train station is a ten-minute walk, making it easy to get around. For more about the wider area, see the municipality of Zoetermeer.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Regron NVM Makelaardij o.g. and Funda.
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About Mahoniehout 17, Zoetermeer
Is €825,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €825,000 is 29% above the neighbourhood average of €637,804. However, this apartment is also 29% larger than the average home in Rokkeveen-West (180 m² vs 139 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €4,583, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €4,593. So while the total price is high, you're paying a fair rate for the space.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the second-best label on the scale. Homes with label A are very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs. In Rokkeveen-West, 64% of homes have label A, so this apartment is in good company.
How is the neighbourhood for families?
Rokkeveen-West is popular with families. The neighbourhood has a mix of households: about 1,190 with children and 1,325 without. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including IKC De Waterlelie and IKC Floriant, both just a couple of streets away. Residents describe it as safe and cosy, with a park nearby.
What amenities are nearby?
Daily shopping is easy: SPAR express is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Jumbo are both a ten-minute walk away. There's a park within a couple of streets, and the train station is a ten-minute walk. For dining, the nearest restaurant is about a five-minute walk, and the library is about a ten-minute walk.
How long do homes typically stay on the market in this area?
In Rokkeveen-West, sold homes took an average of 50 days to sell. That's a fairly typical timeframe for a sought-after neighbourhood. With 83 homes sold recently and only 23 currently available, the market is active but not frenetic.
What is the public transport like?
The nearest train station is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That gives you direct connections to The Hague, Leiden, and other cities.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
The listing does not mention a garden or terrace. The plot size is not stated, so it's unclear whether there is private outdoor space. However, the neighbourhood has a park just a couple of streets away, and the area is well interspersed with green spaces.
