A ground-floor apartment in the old centre
Molenstraat 20 sits in the Benedenstad, the oldest part of Gorinchem, where the streets are narrow and the history is on every corner. This is a ground-floor apartment in a building from 1800, so you are living right in the middle of the city's heritage. The asking price of €330,000 is 24% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €433,076. For context, the average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,094, and this home is priced at €5,000 per m². If you are looking at apartments in Gorinchem, this one is priced keenly compared with the neighbourhood average.
The home itself
This apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 66 m², which matches the BAG registration, and the volume is 165 m³. It is heated by a central heating boiler, and there is a homeowners' association with a monthly contribution of €54.91. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The building dates from 1800, a fact that speaks for itself.
Life in the Benedenstad
Residents here give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.85, based on four reviews. One resident says: "All necessary amenities within walking distance of both bustle and tranquillity. (Shops, museums and nature). Plenty of choice in eateries and sufficient activities or events." Another adds: "very nice cosy neighbourhood that really gets into the holidays. everything is within walking distance." The neighbourhood has about 3,935 inhabitants, and a large share of households are single-person, at 57%. The reviews reflect a mix of appreciation for the central location and the lively atmosphere. For more on what it is like to live here, see the Benedenstad neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily life is easy here. The SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, and the Coop is just around the corner. For primary education, CBS De Tamboerijn is a couple of streets away, and obs De Tweemaster is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Schulte Gorinchem, is just around the corner, and the Stadsapotheek Poels pharmacy is on your doorstep. For public transport, bus stop Gorinchem, Krijtstraat is a couple of streets away, served by line 706, and the train station Gorinchem is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Gorinchem offers a compact centre where most things are within reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €301,000, as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 10% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 74%, from €173,000 to €301,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise is 31 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, and the soil is clay, which is an area-level indication. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, as is the current flood risk, while the flood risk for 2050 is low. Heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Rawo 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 Molenstraat 20, Gorinchem
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €330,000 is 24% below the average asking price in the Benedenstad, which is €433,076. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,094, while this home is priced at €5,000 per m². This puts the asking price on the keen side compared with the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 66 m², and the volume is 165 m³. It is a ground-floor apartment, so everything is on one level. The home is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €301,000, as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 10% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 74%, from €173,000 in 2020 to €301,000 in 2025. This shows a significant increase in the municipal valuation over that period.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These figures are based on public data from 2022 and 2023 and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is elevated, and the soil type is clay. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1800, and in the postcode area, 88% of properties were built before 1970. In this neighbourhood, 4% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The SPAR supermarket is about 245 metres away, and the Coop is about 353 metres away. There is also an Albert Heijn at about 1.3 km, a Nettorama at about 1.3 km, and a Jumbo at about 1.3 km. So for daily groceries, you have several options within walking distance.
What schools are close to this apartment?
CBS De Tamboerijn, a primary school, is about 269 metres away, and obs De Tweemaster is about 307 metres away. For secondary education, ISK de Toekomst is about 826 metres away, and Fortes Lyceum is about 846 metres away. There are also other schools within a 5 km radius.
How is the public transport from this location?
The nearest bus stop is Gorinchem, Krijtstraat, about 203 metres away, served by line 706. Another stop, Gorinchem, Kazerneplein, is about 324 metres away, served by line 1. The train station Gorinchem is about 731 metres away, so you have both bus and train options nearby.
What do residents say about living in the Benedenstad?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.85, based on four reviews. One resident says: "All necessary amenities within walking distance of both bustle and tranquillity. (Shops, museums and nature)." Another says: "very nice cosy neighbourhood that really gets into the holidays. everything is within walking distance." The reviews reflect a generally positive experience, with some notes about street safety and greenery.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The energy label is C. This means the home is not among the most efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The label is a general indication of energy performance, not a statement about the condition of the building.
