A bright start in Oosterheem
This apartment on Oosterheemplein 461 sits in Oosterheem-Centrum, a lively part of Zoetermeer where the Bentwoud forest is right on the doorstep. The home was built in 2012 and carries an efficient energy label A, so it is a modern place to live. With an asking price of €420,000, the price is keen compared with the average asking price of €440,667 in the neighbourhood. For context, there are currently six apartments for sale in this area, and the average price per square metre comes to €4,287. If you are curious about the wider market, you can compare with other apartments in Zoetermeer.
The home itself
This three-room apartment on the third floor has two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single level. The living area is 112 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 111 square metres. The home is fully insulated and heated by a central heating boiler, and it comes with a balcony. You own the property outright, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €283.20. The volume of the home is 362 cubic metres.
Life in Oosterheem-Centrum
Residents of the wider Oosterheem district give their living environment an average score of 7.94, based on six reviews. One resident says: "We live in a beautiful apartment on the Bentwoud and enjoy it every day in every season! The Bentwoud in particular is excellently maintained!!!" Another adds: "Everything is easily accessible. Schools, shops, doctors. Beautiful walking/cycling routes. Quite a quiet residential area." The neighbourhood itself has around 1,200 residents, and a large share of them are 65 or older. For a closer look at what this part of town is like, you can read more about the Oosterheem-Centrum neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The Hoogvliet supermarket is on your doorstep, just 36 metres away, and the Aldi is right next to it. The Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For primary education, De Oranjerie and IKC Florence Nightingale are both a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Fallaux en Van der Tang, and the Service Apotheek GC Oosterheem pharmacy is just around the corner. Tram stop Oosterheem, served by line 4, is a couple of streets away, and the nearest train station is Lansingerland-Zoetermeer, about 2.6 kilometres from the home. The municipality of Zoetermeer offers plenty of options for daily life, as you can see in the municipality of Zoetermeer.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €435,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 71%, from €255,000 to €435,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise stay below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. The current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is expected to be low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Immomatch and 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 Oosterheemplein 461, Zoetermeer
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €420,000 is 3% below the WOZ value of €435,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is slightly lower than the municipal valuation. The WOZ value is not the same as the market value, but it gives an indication of how the municipality values the property. The price is also keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €440,667.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The home is located on the third floor and has a balcony. The living area is 112 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 111 square metres. The total volume of the home is 362 cubic metres. The property is fully owned, and there is a monthly homeowners' association fee of €283.20.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label of this home 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 2012 and is described by the agent as fully insulated, with a central heating boiler. The energy label is a good indicator of the energy performance, but actual costs depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. It gives a general sense of the risk in the area, but it does not replace a structural survey of the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Hoogvliet supermarket is just 36 metres from the home, and the Aldi is right next to it. The Jumbo is about 214 metres away, so you have several options for groceries within a short walk. For a wider selection, there are 27 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, including a PLUS and an Albert Heijn at about 1.8 kilometres. This makes daily shopping very convenient.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest tram stop is Oosterheem, about 161 metres away, served by line 4. There is also a tram and bus stop at Willem Dreeslaan, about 632 metres away, with lines 4 and N6. The nearest bus stop is Zoetermeer, Gouderakstraat, about 641 metres away, served by line 165. The nearest train station is Lansingerland-Zoetermeer, about 2.6 kilometres from the home.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider Oosterheem district give their living environment an average score of 7.94, based on six reviews. One resident says: "We live in a beautiful apartment on the Bentwoud and enjoy it every day in every season! The Bentwoud in particular is excellently maintained!" Another notes: "Everything is easily accessible. Schools, shops, doctors. Beautiful walking/cycling routes. Quite a quiet residential area." These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific neighbourhood.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
The neighbourhood of Oosterheem-Centrum has around 1,200 residents. A significant share, 38%, are aged 65 or older, while 15% are under 15. About 44% of households are single-person households, and 27% are households with children. The average household size is 1.9 people. This gives a picture of a diverse area with a notable older population.
