Plutostraat 138
Planetenbuurt-Zuid · 2402 XG Alphen Aan Den Rijn
A fifth-floor flat in Planetenbuurt-Zuid
This apartment on the fifth floor of a 1966 building sits in Planetenbuurt-Zuid, a lively part of Alphen aan den Rijn. The last known asking price of €285,000 was 20% below the average asking price of €356,250 for homes in this neighbourhood, which put it on the low side. For context, the median asking price here was €285,000, and the average price per square metre was €3,451. If you're looking at apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn, this one stood out for its price. This home has not been online since 8 September 2026.
Inside the home
The flat has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 84 square metres, with a volume of 261 cubic metres. There's a balcony, and the property is on the fifth floor. It has mostly double glazing and is heated by block heating. The ownership was freehold, and the monthly homeowners' association fee was €362.
The neighbourhood story
Planetenbuurt-Zuid is a neighbourhood with about 1,830 residents, and a large share of them are 65 or older. Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on 15 reviews. One resident says: "Green and cosy small neighbourhood." Another mentions: "Friendly people, plenty of supermarkets in the area, few shops or nightlife options, for that you have to go to Alphen or big cities like Leiden or The Hague, and public transport regularly has problems." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood. The area has a mix of housing, with 22% single-family homes and 29% owner-occupied properties. For more on the local area, see the Planetenbuurt-Zuid neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, you have Hoogvliet and Aldi just around the corner, and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. There are several schools nearby, including Islamitische Basisschool An Noer and Scala College - onderbouwlocatie Kees Mustersstraat, both within a short walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Prelude, and the pharmacy is Apotheek Ridderveld. For public transport, the bus stop Alphen a/d Rijn, Driehoorne is just around the corner, with lines 169 and 722. The train station Alphen a/d Rijn is about 2 kilometres away. The municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn offers a range of amenities, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home was €278,000, as of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 3% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 76%, from €158,000 to €278,000. As for address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 46 dB Lden, and from air traffic 42 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data. The risk of pluvial flooding is low, while the current flood risk is elevated, and the heat stress is medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Drieman Garantiemakelaars.
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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 Plutostraat 138, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €285,000 was 3% above the WOZ value of €278,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value had increased by 76%, from €158,000 in 2020 to €278,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 84 square metres, and the volume is 261 cubic metres. There is a balcony, and the property is located on the fifth floor. The home has mostly double glazing and is heated by block heating.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. The home has mostly double glazing, which helps with insulation. The exact energy costs depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee was €362. This fee is paid to the VvE (homeowners' association) and is used for the maintenance of shared areas and the building.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1966 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or shallow foundations. For a definitive assessment, a structural survey would be needed.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise from road traffic is 46 dB Lden, and from air traffic 42 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements at the property itself. The levels are not above the norm, so noise is not expected to be a major issue.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within a short distance. Hoogvliet and Aldi are both about 500 metres away, and Albert Heijn is about 526 metres. There is also a SPAR express at 712 metres and a Lidl at about 1 kilometre. You have plenty of options for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
There are several schools nearby. Islamitische Basisschool An Noer is about 281 metres away, and Scala College - onderbouwlocatie Kees Mustersstraat is about 336 metres. There are also other primary and secondary schools within walking distance, such as Samenwerkingsschool Vivace and Scala College - locatie Henry Dunantweg.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Alphen a/d Rijn, Driehoorne, about 262 metres away, with bus lines 169 and 722. There are also stops at Diepenbrockweg and Flat Meerzicht with additional lines. The nearest train station is Alphen a/d Rijn, about 2 kilometres away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Planetenbuurt-Zuid has about 1,830 residents, with a relatively high share of people aged 65 and older (36%). The neighbourhood has a mix of housing, with 22% single-family homes and 29% owner-occupied properties. Residents across the municipality give an average score of 7.66, but this is for the whole municipality, not specifically this neighbourhood.
Is there a risk of flooding?
The risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is low. The current flood risk from rivers or sea is elevated, and by 2050 it is expected to be medium. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a guarantee for this specific property.
