Nachtegaallaan 26
Overduin, Katwijk
A quiet spot in Overduin
This apartment sits on the Nachtegaallaan in Overduin, a residential pocket of Katwijk aan Zee where the dunes and the sea are part of everyday life. The setting is calm, with a free view and a quiet road outside. At €395,000, the asking price is on the high side compared with the average for apartments in Katwijk, but it sits below the neighbourhood average for all homes.
The home itself
Built in 1958, this portiekflat occupies the fourth floor and covers 84 m² of living space, matching the BAG registration. It has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, with a balcony and a total volume of 273 m³. The property comes with double glazing and block heating, and is offered as full ownership. According to the agent, the home is on a quiet road in a residential area with an unobstructed view.
Life in Overduin
Overduin is a small neighbourhood with about 1,700 residents, and the homes here are mostly from the 1945-1970 era. Residents of the wider district of Katwijk aan Zee give their surroundings an average score of 8.46, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Our house is 2 minutes from the beach, shopping centre is around the corner, dunes in your back garden, Leiden Central within half an hour by bike. Everything is nearby." Another notes: "On Sundays it's quiet and peaceful here. People always greet you friendly." The neighbourhood itself is part of the Overduin neighbourhood, where the mix of ages is fairly even, with a quarter of residents between 25 and 45.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are close by. A Lidl is just around the corner, with Dirk and Hoogvliet a ten-minute walk away. For healthcare, Huisartsenpraktijk Smaal is on your doorstep and De Katwijkse Apotheek is just around the corner. The nearest primary school, Julianaschool Rijnsburg, is a couple of streets away, and secondary education is within walking distance too. Bus stops at Meeuwenlaan and Leeuweriklaan are just around the corner, served by lines 31 and 90, and the Marktplein stop with line 401 is a five-minute walk. The nearest train station is in Voorhout, about 6 km away, within the municipality of Katwijk.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €366,000, based on a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 49%, from €246,000 to €366,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970, and the soil type is sand. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate risk for pluvial flooding is low, as is the flood risk for both now and 2050, while heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Van Duijn Makelaardij B.V. 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Nachtegaallaan 26, Katwijk (Zh)
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €395,000 is 8% above the WOZ value of €366,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 49%, from €246,000 in 2020 to €366,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the fourth floor and has a balcony. The living area is 84 m², which matches the BAG registration. The property also has a volume of 273 m³ and is part of a portiekflat building.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates that the home is not among the most efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent notes that the home has double glazing, which can help with insulation. However, the label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data from KCAF. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, in 1958. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Public data shows that the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, which is below the norm. These figures are from 2022 and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a Lidl, just around the corner at about 400 metres. A Dirk is about 776 metres away, and a Hoogvliet is at 850 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk, making daily grocery shopping easy.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is Julianaschool Rijnsburg, about 2 km away. For secondary education, Teylingen College is also about 2.1 km away. There are several other primary schools within a few kilometres, including PC Oranje Nassauschool and Koningin Wilhelminaschool.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Katwijk, Meeuwenlaan, about 193 metres away, served by lines 31 and 90. Another stop, Leeuweriklaan, is at 315 metres with the same lines. The Marktplein stop, at 500 metres, also has line 401. The nearest train station is Voorhout, about 6.1 km away.
What is the neighbourhood of Overduin like?
Overduin is a small neighbourhood with about 1,700 residents. Most homes were built between 1945 and 1970. Residents of the wider district of Katwijk aan Zee rate their living environment highly, with an average score of 8.46. One resident mentions the proximity to the beach and dunes, while another appreciates the quiet on Sundays.
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €395,000 is 23% below the average asking price of €510,500 for homes currently for sale in Overduin. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €397,000, so this apartment is priced close to the median.





