Oostwal 6A
De Hofstad, Den Bosch
AreaA bright apartment in the heart of Den Bosch
This apartment on Oostwal 6A sits in De Hofstad, a lively part of the Binnenstad district of Den Bosch. The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density, so you are right in the middle of the city's energy. The asking price of €575,000 is on the high side compared to the average for apartments in Den Bosch, which is €674,000.
The home itself
The apartment was built in 1980 and has an energy label A, which is an efficient label. The living area is 91 m² according to the BAG registration. The agent does not provide further details about the layout or features in the listing.
De Hofstad
De Hofstad is a compact neighbourhood with about 1,125 residents, many of whom live alone. It is a mix of old and new, with a large share of homes built before 1945. Residents across the municipality of Den Bosch give their living environment an average score of 7.95, based on 39 reviews. One resident says: "Beautiful, safe. Very close to the Maasdijk and the floodplains. Sufficient facilities in the village." Another notes: "Nice mix of people, with a few exceptions who don't want to and can't adapt." The neighbourhood has a residential feel, with a restaurant just around the corner and a park a short walk away. For more on the area, see the De Hofstad neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily life is easy here. The nearest GP, Fonkelzorg Den Bosch, locatie Antonius, is on your doorstep, and the pharmacy is a ten-minute walk. For groceries, you can choose between Coop, Jumbo, and Albert Heijn, all within a ten-minute walk. The nearest primary school, KC Het IJzeren Kind, is a bit further out. Public transport is well covered: bus line 3 stops at Sluis 0 just outside, and line 70 at Hinthamereinde. The train station 's-Hertogenbosch Oost is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Den Bosch offers a wide range of facilities, as you would expect in a city centre.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €534,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the market. The address has some risk indications: road traffic noise is above the norm at 59 dB, while railway noise is below the norm. The foundation risk is medium, as the soil consists of peat, which is sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding is elevated, and the current flood risk is also elevated, though it is expected to decrease by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including VDH Wonen B.V. and VDH Wonen B.V. on Vastgoed Nederland.
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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 Oostwal 6A, 'S-Hertogenbosch
What is the asking price of this apartment?
The asking price is €575,000. This is 15% below the average asking price of €674,000 for homes in De Hofstad, but the living area of 91 m² is 45% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 166 m². The price per square metre is €6,319, based on the BAG living area.
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 to less efficient labels. The label does not say anything about the structural condition of the building, only about its energy performance.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €534,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% above this value. The WOZ value is an official valuation for tax purposes and may differ from the current market value.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The address has a road traffic noise level of 59 dB, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 31 dB, which is below the norm. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is medium. This is because the soil consists of peat, which is sensitive to settlement. Additionally, 63% of the buildings in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication and does not mean that this specific home has foundation problems.
What are the flood risks for this location?
The current flood risk is elevated, and the risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is also elevated. By 2050, the flood risk is expected to be medium. These are area-level indications based on climate models, not a prediction for this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. The nearest are Coop at 736 metres and Jumbo at 754 metres. Albert Heijn is at 912 metres, and there are two more supermarkets within about a kilometre. You have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is 's-Hertogenbosch, Sluis 0, just 27 metres away, served by bus line 3. Another stop, Hinthamereinde, is 115 metres away with line 70. The nearest train station is 's-Hertogenbosch Oost, about 1.3 kilometres away, which is a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
De Hofstad is a very urban neighbourhood with about 1,125 residents, many of whom live alone. It has a mix of housing, with a large share built before 1945. Residents across the municipality give their area an average score of 7.95 out of 10, based on 39 reviews. One resident praises the safety and proximity to the river, while another mentions a nice mix of people.
How many reviews are there for this area?
There are 39 reviews from residents of the municipality of Den Bosch, giving an average score of 7.95. These reviews cover the wider municipality, not just De Hofstad specifically. The examples include positive comments about safety and facilities, as well as some critical remarks about social cohesion.
