A 1960s apartment in Zuid
This apartment on the Pettelaarseweg sits in the Zuid neighbourhood of 's-Hertogenbosch, a part of the city with a calm, established feel. The building dates from 1962, so it has the character of its era. The asking price of €389,000 is 39% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €637,286. That comparison is based on the neighbourhood average, not on this specific home. For context, the price per square metre here is €5,557, based on the agent's floor area. If you are looking at apartments in Den Bosch, this one sits at the lower end of the price range.
The home itself
According to the agent, this apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 70 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 95 m². Both figures are given here, each with its source. The listing does not state an energy label, so that information is missing. The home was built in 1962, which is a fact about its age, not a comment on its condition.
Life in Zuid
Zuid is a neighbourhood with a mix of ages, though a notable share of residents are 65 or older, at 37%. About half of households are single-person, and the average household size is 1.8. Residents across the municipality of Den Bosch give their living environment an average score of 8.0, based on 37 reviews. One resident describes the area as "Beautiful, safe. Very close to the Maasdijk and the floodplains. Sufficient facilities in the village." Another mentions "a nice mix of people." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just Zuid itself. The neighbourhood has 21 homes currently for sale, with an average asking price of €637,286. For more on the area, see the Zuid neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, and the nearest pharmacy, BENU Apotheek De Pettelaar, is just around the corner. The GP practice, Fonkelzorg Den Bosch, locatie Antonius, is a ten-minute walk away. For schools, KC Het IJzeren Kind is about 2.5 km away, and OBS De Koningslinde is roughly 3 km. Public transport is well placed: bus stops on Philips de Tweedestraat and Pettelaarseweg are both within a couple of minutes' walk, served by lines 1, 11, 154 and 156. The train station 's-Hertogenbosch is about 1.7 km away. The wider area falls under the municipality of Den Bosch.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property is €431,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 10% below this WOZ value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value rose by 36%, from €317,000 to €431,000. This is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. As for the address itself, area-level data indicates a medium foundation risk, with the note that the building dates from 1962 on peat soil. Noise from road traffic is measured at 58 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway noise is 31 dB Lden, below the standard. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via NL Wonen.
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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 Pettelaarseweg 159, 'S-Hertogenbosch
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €389,000 is 10% below the WOZ value of €431,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. This comparison is a fact about the numbers, not a judgement on whether the price is fair.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 70 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 95 m². Both figures are given here, each with its source. The listing does not state an energy label.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €431,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 36%, from €317,000 to €431,000. This is the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
Area-level data indicates a medium foundation risk for this address. The note explains that the building dates from 1962 and sits on peat soil. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a Jumbo, just 169 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is about 1.1 km away, and an Ekoplaza is roughly 1.2 km. In total, there are 30 supermarkets within 5 km.
Which bus lines serve this area?
The nearest bus stops are on Philips de Tweedestraat and Pettelaarseweg, both within about 100 metres. They are served by lines 1, 11, 154 and 156. The train station 's-Hertogenbosch is about 1.7 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Zuid has a mix of ages, with 37% of residents aged 65 or older. About half of households are single-person. Residents across the municipality of Den Bosch give their living environment an average score of 8.0, based on 37 reviews. One resident mentions the area is "Beautiful, safe" and close to the Maasdijk.
Why is there no energy label in the listing?
The agent has not published this field. As a result, no information about the energy label is available for this home.
