A calm spot in the Vogelbuurt
This apartment on Merellaan 399 sits in the Vogelbuurt, a residential pocket of Maassluis where the streets are quiet and the pace is easy. The home is on the second floor of a building from 1969, and it has a free view, which gives the living space a light, open feel. With 104 square metres of living space and three rooms, it is a comfortable size for a couple or a small household. The asking price of €345,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €407,139. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the Vogelbuurt is €3,994, while this home is listed at €3,317 per square metre. If you are weighing up your options, it is worth comparing this with other [apartments in Maassluis]( /koopwoningen/maassluis/appartementen/).
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms, all on a single floor. The agent describes the layout as an apartment with a balcony, and the property is in full ownership, so there is no leasehold to consider. The home has double glazing and wall insulation, and it is heated by block heating, which is a shared system for the building. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €478, which covers the shared costs of the building. The property is located in a residential area with a free view, and the volume of the home is 321 cubic metres.
Life in the Vogelbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Maassluis give their living environment an average score of 7.98, based on six reviews. One resident describes the area as "cosy and convenient shops nearby", while another calls it a "beautiful, friendly and green neighbourhood" with "empathy and togetherness for the residents". A third review simply says "good". The Vogelbuurt itself is home to about 3,620 people, and a third of them are 65 or older, which gives the area a settled, mature character. The housing stock is mostly owner-occupied, with 81% of homes in the neighbourhood being owner-occupied. For a closer look at what the area is like, you can read more about [the Vogelbuurt neighbourhood]( /buurt/vogelbuurt-maassluis/).
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Aldi is just around the corner, and the Hoogvliet is a couple of streets away, with the Albert Heijn a five-minute walk. For school runs, IKC De Regenboog is a five-minute walk away, and IKC Het Balkon is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Docwerk and the pharmacy Apotheek Furieade are both about 700 metres away, and the Franciscus Maassluis hospital is a similar distance. For public transport, the metro stop Maassluis West is on your doorstep, served by line B, and the bus stop Koningshoek is just as close, with lines 9 and 126. The nearest train station is Delft Campus, about 11 kilometres away. The municipality of Maassluis is well served by these connections, and you can find more about [the municipality of Maassluis]( /gemeente/maassluis/) on our site.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €320,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €345,000 is 8% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 44%, from €222,000 in 2020 to €320,000 in 2025. As for the address itself, the area-level data shows that the noise from road traffic is 47 dB, from rail traffic 28 dB, and from air traffic 35 dB, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication for this area is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the soil type and the age of the buildings, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate risks, the indication for pluvial flooding is medium, while the current flood risk is low, and the heat stress indication is medium for both now and 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Dolphijn NVM Makelaardij. The listing has been available since 23 October 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Merellaan 399, Maassluis
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €345,000 is 15% below the average asking price in the Vogelbuurt, which is €407,139. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,994, while this home is listed at €3,317 per square metre, which is 17% lower. This makes the price keen in relation to the local market, based on the figures available.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms, all on a single floor. The living area is 104 square metres, and the volume is 321 cubic metres. There is a balcony, and the home is located on the second floor. The property is in full ownership, so there is no leasehold.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €320,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €345,000 is 8% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 44%, from €222,000 in 2020 to €320,000 in 2025. The WOZ value is set by the municipality and is not the same as the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this area is medium, according to area-level data from sources like KCAF. This is based on the fact that the building dates from 1969 and the soil is clay, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is the Aldi at 337 metres, followed by the Hoogvliet at 378 metres and the Albert Heijn at 508 metres. There is also a Lidl at 1 kilometre and a Jumbo at 1.7 kilometres. These are all within easy walking distance for daily groceries.
What public transport options are available?
The metro stop Maassluis West is at 323 metres, served by line B. The bus stop Koningshoek is at 326 metres, with lines 9 and 126. There is also a bus stop at Station West, Maassluis, at 377 metres, served by line 9. The nearest train station is Delft Campus, about 11.4 kilometres away.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is C. This means the home is not among the most efficient labels, so energy costs are likely to be moderate. The agent also states that the home has double glazing and wall insulation, which are separate features that can help with energy efficiency.
How do residents rate the area?
Residents across the municipality of Maassluis give their living environment an average score of 7.98, based on six reviews. One resident mentions "cosy and convenient shops nearby", while another describes it as a "beautiful, friendly and green neighbourhood". These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically the Vogelbuurt.
