A quiet spot in Driften-Noord
This apartment sits on a quiet road in Driften-Noord, a residential pocket of Nieuwegein with a free view. The home is on the second floor of a gallery flat built in 1976, and it comes with a balcony. At €325,000, the asking price is 21% below the neighbourhood average of €412,778, and it is the cheapest of the 9 homes currently for sale in this area. That puts the price on the low side compared with the neighbourhood average, according to the precomputed verdict. For context, apartments in Nieuwegein have their own market dynamics.
Inside the apartment
The agent lists a living area of 61 m², while the BAG registration records 67 m². The home has 3 rooms, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom spread over 2 floors, with a volume of 202 m³. It is fully owned, and the agent mentions roof and wall insulation, plus a central heating boiler. The monthly HOA fee is €157. The setting is described as a quiet road in a residential area with a free view.
Life in Driften-Noord
Residents here give their neighbourhood a 4.92 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I've been living here for almost 3 years now and have reasonable contact with the neighbours. I have no trouble with crime or feelings of insecurity. There is sufficient social control, but not to the point where it bothers you." Another resident is less positive about maintenance: "Poorly maintained municipal gardens/shrubs. Street paving stones, which have been renewed for half of a street. And the other part has simply remained the same." The neighbourhood counts 2,205 inhabitants, and about 51% of the homes are owner-occupied. The Driften-Noord neighbourhood has its own character, shaped by the mix of residents and the upkeep of public spaces.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, and Boon's Markt is just around the corner. For primary education, De Meander is a couple of streets away, and the Prinses Margrietschool is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Batau-Wijkersloot, Huisartsen, a couple of streets away, with Apotheek de Batau pharmacy a five-minute walk further. Bus stops at Noordstedeweg and Barnsteendrift, served by lines 48, 77 and N5, are on your doorstep, and the tram stop Wijkersloot with lines 20 and 21 is a five-minute walk. The nearest train station is Utrecht Lunetten, about 6 km away. The municipality of Nieuwegein offers a range of services within reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €290,000, and the asking price sits 12% above that. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose 72%, from €169,000 to €290,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is elevated, dropping to low by 2050. Heat stress is low now, rising to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Vrijstad Vastgoed on Funda and Pararius.
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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.
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About Opaaldrift 8, Nieuwegein
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €290,000, and the asking price of €325,000 is 12% above that. The WOZ is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The asking price is also 21% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €412,778, and it is the cheapest of the 9 homes currently for sale in Driften-Noord.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has 3 rooms, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 61 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 67 m². The home is on the second floor of a gallery flat and has a balcony. The volume is 202 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. Label C is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared with the most efficient labels, but lower than the least efficient ones. The agent also mentions roof and wall insulation, which can help with keeping the home warm. The exact energy costs depend on your usage and the current 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 is clay, which is sensitive to settling, but the risk level is low. This is an area-level indication from sources like the KCAF, not an inspection of this specific home. No further details are provided in the listing.
What are the flood and heat risks for this area?
The current flood risk is elevated, but by 2050 it is expected to drop to low. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium. Heat stress is low now, rising to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a prediction for this specific property. The noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, above the noise standard, based on 2022 data.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Jumbo supermarket is about 225 metres away, so on your doorstep. Boon's Markt is about 650 metres away, a five-minute walk. Albert Heijn has two locations within about 800-860 metres, and Lidl is about 884 metres away. In total, there are 27 supermarkets within 5 km of this address.
What schools are close to this apartment?
De Meander primary school is about 274 metres away, a couple of streets away. The Prinses Margrietschool is about 342 metres away, a five-minute walk. Other primary schools within about 750 metres include Beatrixschool, Obs De Schakel and Lucas Batau. For secondary education, the nearest is about 2.2 km away.
How is the public transport from this address?
Bus stops at Noordstedeweg and Barnsteendrift are both about 185-196 metres away, on your doorstep, served by lines 48, 77 and N5. The tram stop Wijkersloot is about 366 metres away, a five-minute walk, with lines 20 and 21. The nearest train station is Utrecht Lunetten, about 5.95 km away.
What do residents say about living in Driften-Noord?
Based on three reviews, residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 4.92 out of 10. One resident appreciates the social control and lack of crime, while another complains about poorly maintained municipal gardens and street paving. A third resident mentions the houses could use renovation but notes they are being made more sustainable. The reviews reflect mixed experiences.
Is there a homeowners association fee?
Yes, the monthly homeowners association (VvE) fee is €157. This is stated in the listing. The fee typically covers shared costs for the building, such as maintenance of common areas, but the exact coverage is not detailed in the listing.
