Paukenlaan 89
West 1, Dongen
A quiet spot in West 1
Paukenlaan 89 is a first-floor apartment in a small block, set on a quiet road in the middle of Dongen. The home sits in a residential area, yet the centre is close by, and the neighbourhood feels calm and friendly. Residents here give their surroundings a solid 8.05 out of 10, based on three reviews, with one saying: "Wonderfully quiet and cosy." The asking price of €250,000 works out at €4,902 per m² based on the agent's floor area, which is on the high side compared with the average of €3,440 per m² for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. For context, apartments in Dongen are the property type on offer here.
Inside the apartment
Built in 1983, this two-room apartment has one bedroom and one bathroom on a single floor, with a total volume of 192 m³. The agent lists the living area at 51 m², while the BAG registration records 52 m². There is a balcony, and the home is on the second living floor of the block. According to the agent, the insulation includes roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, and the property is heated by block heating. It is offered as full ownership, with a homeowners' association fee of €227.90 per month. The energy label is C.
Life in West 1
West 1 is a neighbourhood where people seem to look out for each other. One resident notes: "Cosy, everyone knows everyone," adding that neighbours watch out for one another and the kids play nicely together. Another simply calls it "Quiet," with nice people and few criminals. The neighbourhood counts around 3,170 residents, and a quarter of them are 65 or older. Homes here sell reasonably quickly, with properties in the area going in an average of 11 days. The neighbourhood itself is part of the West 1 neighbourhood, a place that clearly leaves its residents feeling at home.
Amenities and getting around
The pharmacy is right on your doorstep, just 29 metres away, and the GP practice is a couple of streets away. For groceries, the Jumbo is a five-minute walk, with the Albert Heijn and Aldi just a bit further. Basisschool Heilig Hart is a five-minute walk, and the Cambreur College for secondary education is around the corner. The bus stop at De Volckaert is on your doorstep, with lines 206, 371 and 683. The nearest train station, Gilze-Rijen, is about 5 km away. All of this sits within the municipality of Dongen.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. As for the address-level risk data, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise from road traffic is measured at 63 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while aircraft noise at 32 dB Lden stays below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while the current flood risk is low, rising to low in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is indicated as medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Essentieel Wonen Makelaars and Essentieel Wonen 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 Paukenlaan 89, Dongen
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €250,000. Based on the agent's floor area of 51 m², that works out at €4,902 per m². For comparison, the average price per m² for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood is €3,440, so this asking price sits on the high side. The average asking price for a home in West 1 is €289,000.
How many rooms does this apartment have?
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed at 51 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 52 m². There is also a balcony, and the home is on the second living floor of the block.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The agent also notes that the home has roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, and it is heated by block heating. These features may help keep energy use in check, though the label itself is the official indicator.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the homeowners' association fee is €227.90 per month. This is a standard monthly contribution for an apartment in a block, covering shared costs such as maintenance of common areas and the building itself. The property is offered as full ownership, meaning you own the apartment outright.
What is the noise situation around this address?
According to area-level risk data, road traffic noise at this address is measured at 63 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Aircraft noise is measured at 32 dB Lden, which stays below the norm. These are indications at the address level, not a measurement inside the home itself, so actual noise experienced may vary.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. It suggests that foundation issues are unlikely, but it does not replace a structural survey of the property itself.
What are the flood and heat risks at this address?
The climate risk data for this address shows that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while the current flood risk is low and remains low in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is indicated as medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this specific property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is the Jumbo at about 550 metres, which is a five-minute walk. The Albert Heijn is at 651 metres, the Aldi at 701 metres, and the Lidl at 795 metres, all within a ten-minute walk. There are 12 supermarkets within 5 km of the address, so grocery shopping is well covered.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Basisschool Heilig Hart is the nearest primary school at 455 metres, a five-minute walk, and the J.J. Anspachschool is at 531 metres. For secondary education, the Cambreur College is at 639 metres, just around the corner. There are 17 schools within 5 km of the address, covering both primary and secondary levels.
How is the public transport connection?
The bus stop at De Volckaert is just 60 metres away, on your doorstep, with lines 206, 371 and 683. There are additional stops at Tramstraat and Mgr. Schaepmanlaan within about 600 metres. The nearest train station is Gilze-Rijen at about 4.9 km, so train travel requires a bus or car ride first.
What do residents say about living in West 1?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.05 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Wonderfully quiet and cosy," and mentions feeling safe and at home. Another notes: "Cosy, everyone knows everyone," with neighbours looking out for each other. A third simply calls it "Quiet," with nice people and few criminals.
How quickly do homes sell in this neighbourhood?
Homes in West 1 are sold in an average of 11 days, according to recent sales data. This suggests there is steady demand for properties in the area. The average sale price for homes sold in the neighbourhood is €480,455, though this includes a mix of property types, not just apartments.





