A calm apartment in the heart of Rijen
This apartment on Mimosalaan 74 sits in the Centrumgebied West Rijen neighbourhood, a quiet part of Rijen where the village centre is never far away. The home was built in 1999 and carries an energy label A, which is an efficient label. With a living area of 69 m² according to the BAG registration, the asking price of €325,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €619,167. For context, apartments in Gilze en Rijen are part of a wider market where prices vary considerably.
The home itself
The listing does not provide details on the layout, number of rooms, or outdoor space. What is known is that the apartment was built in 1999 and has an energy label A. The living area is 69 m² according to the BAG registration, and the asking price works out at €4,710 per m² based on that figure. The agent has not specified any further features such as a garden, balcony, or garage.
Life in Centrumgebied West Rijen
Residents of the district of Rijen give their surroundings an average score of 7.9, based on four reviews. One resident says: "It's a village. But you have everything. Shops, casino, clothing, buses and train station." Another describes "a wooded environment and good contacts with the neighbourhood." A third review is less positive, mentioning "people who only think about themselves." The neighbourhood itself has around 1,345 inhabitants, with a notable share of residents aged 65 or older. For more on the Centrumgebied West Rijen neighbourhood, the local character is clearly shaped by its mix of ages and the village atmosphere.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Albert Heijn and Jumbo supermarkets are on your doorstep, with the Lidl just around the corner. KBS St. Jozef primary school is a couple of streets away, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Winkel en Wauters is also close by. The nearest bus stop, Rijen, Rembrandtlaan, is just around the corner and serves lines 170 and 206. Gilze-Rijen train station is a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Boots Apotheek Wolfsweide is a couple of streets away. The municipality of the municipality of Gilze en Rijen covers the wider area. According to public address-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 40 dB Lden, from rail traffic 44 dB Lden, and from air traffic 39 dB Lden, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with a sandy soil type. For climate, the pluvial flooding indication is medium, while the current flood risk is low and the 2050 flood risk is also low. Heat stress is currently low but is indicated as medium for 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing the home is offered only via Kin Makelaars.
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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 Mimosalaan 74, Rijen
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €325,000. According to the BAG registration, the living area is 69 m², which works out at €4,710 per m². The price is 48% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €619,167, so the price verdict is keen. The neighbourhood average is based on six homes currently for sale, with prices ranging from €275,000 to €1,150,000.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The home was built in 1999, and the label reflects the energy performance at the time of assessment. No further details about insulation or heating installations are stated in the listing.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for property tax, and it is not always included in a listing. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation. The listing does not provide any information on the WOZ value or its development over recent years.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public address-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 40 dB Lden, from rail traffic 44 dB Lden, and from air traffic 39 dB Lden. All three are below the relevant noise standards. These are area-level indications based on data from Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at the property itself. The noise levels are not above the legal limits.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of the specific property. A low risk means that, based on regional soil conditions, foundation issues are less likely, but it does not guarantee the condition of this particular home. No further details are provided in the listing.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The current flood risk is low, and the flood risk for 2050 is also low. For pluvial flooding, which occurs when heavy rain overwhelms drainage, the indication is medium. Heat stress is currently low but is indicated as medium for 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a site-specific assessment of this home.
Which supermarkets are near this apartment?
The Albert Heijn and Jumbo supermarkets are both on your doorstep, just 76 metres away. The Lidl is 254 metres away, and the Aldi is 318 metres away. Within five kilometres there are ten supermarkets in total. This makes daily grocery shopping very convenient, with several options within a short walk.
What schools are close by?
KBS St. Jozef primary school is 323 metres away, and KOC De Brakken is 613 metres away. Basisschool De Vijf Eiken is 755 metres away, and Basisschool Het Fonkelbos is 923 metres away. The nearest secondary school is 6.7 kilometres away, so for older children a longer journey is needed. There are 18 schools within five kilometres in total.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Rijen, Rembrandtlaan, 187 metres away, serving lines 170 and 206. Two other stops, Rijen, Stationsstraat and Rijen, Mariastraat, are 259 and 284 metres away, both serving line 205. Gilze-Rijen train station is 676 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives good options for both bus and train travel.
What do residents say about the area?
Residents of the district of Rijen give their surroundings an average score of 7.9, based on four reviews. One resident says: "It's a village. But you have everything. Shops, casino, clothing, buses and train station." Another mentions "a wooded environment and good contacts with the neighbourhood." A third review is less positive, referring to "people who only think about themselves." These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this neighbourhood.
