A bright apartment by the park
This apartment on Poortwachter 116 sits in Ambachtenbuurt-West, a quiet corner of Alphen aan den Rijn where the green of the park meets everyday convenience. The home is a gallery flat on the second floor, built in 1988, and it feels open and light thanks to its position facing the park. The asking price is €310,000. For context, this is one of the apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn currently on the market.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 79 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 73 m². The home is fully insulated with double glazing, and heating comes from a central heating boiler. There is a balcony, and the property is in full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €20,900, which is a notable figure to consider.
Life in Ambachtenbuurt-West
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident describes the area as a "green and cosy small neighbourhood," mentioning the nearby Bos Park with tennis courts and a petting zoo, as well as the central location within Alphen aan den Rijn. Another resident says, "I grew up there and have always been satisfied," while a third notes that "public transport regularly has problems" and that for nightlife you have to go to Alphen or larger cities. The neighbourhood itself has around 1,470 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For a closer look at the area, you can read more about the Ambachtenbuurt-West neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with the Jumbo and Lidl a couple of streets away. For primary education, Het Spinnewiel and Protestants Christelijke Basisschool Het Baken are both a five-minute walk, while secondary options like Yuverta chr. vmbo are also nearby. The GP practice MedZorg is a couple of streets away, and Apotheek de Herenhof is a ten-minute walk. The nearest bus stop, Alphen a/d Rijn, Poortwachter, is on your doorstep with lines 1 and 2, and the train station Alphen a/d Rijn is about 3.3 km away. The wider surroundings are part of the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €325,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 5% below this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 67%, from €195,000 to €325,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Wekker Wonen and De Wekker Wonen 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.
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About Poortwachter 116, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €310,000 is 5% below the WOZ value of €325,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is lower than the municipal valuation. The WOZ value has increased by 67% between 2020 and 2025, from €195,000 to €325,000. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 79 m², is €3,924.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 79 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 73 m². There is a balcony, and the home is a gallery flat on the second floor. The property is in full ownership, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €20,900.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
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 agent also states that the home is fully insulated with double glazing, which supports energy efficiency. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler. No specific energy cost figures are available in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication based on public data from sources like Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk level is given as low, meaning no immediate concerns are indicated at the area level.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These figures are based on 2022 data and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself. The noise levels are part of the public risk data for the address.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The Albert Heijn is about 687 metres away, the Jumbo is 747 metres, and the Lidl is 870 metres. These are all within a short walk or bike ride. In total, there are 18 supermarkets within 5 km of the home, so you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, Het Spinnewiel and Protestants Christelijke Basisschool Het Baken are both about 282 metres away, which is a short walk. For secondary education, Yuverta chr. vmbo Alphen aan den Rijn is 343 metres away, and Chr. SGM Groene Hart and Ashram College are both about 910 metres away. There are 47 schools within 5 km in total.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Alphen a/d Rijn, Poortwachter, just 76 metres away, with bus lines 1 and 2. There are additional stops at Zadelmaker (241 metres) and IJzerweg (337 metres), also with lines 1 and 2. The nearest train station is Alphen a/d Rijn, about 3.3 km away. This gives you options for getting around the area.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident describes the area as a "green and cosy small neighbourhood" with the Bos Park nearby. Another says, "I grew up there and have always been satisfied." A third notes that public transport "regularly has problems" and that for nightlife you have to go to Alphen or larger cities.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The flood risk for this address is low, both currently and in 2050, according to public climate data. The pluvial flooding risk, which relates to heavy rain, is medium. Heat stress is low now but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific home.
