A first home in Holtenbroek II
This two-room apartment on Porporastraat 68 sits in Holtenbroek II, a green part of Zwolle where residents mention trees, small woods and a Johan Cruyff court. The asking price is €275,000, which is 19% below the average asking price of €340,214 for homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood, and it is the cheapest of the seven homes on offer here. The average asking price per square metre in this area is €3,736, while this apartment lists at €5,851 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you are weighing up options, it helps to compare with other [apartments in Zwolle]( /koopwoningen/zwolle/appartementen/).
The apartment itself
This portiekflat from 1962 sits on the second living floor and has one bedroom, one bathroom and a single floor, with a volume of 157 m³. The agent describes the home as fully insulated and heated by a c.v. boiler. The living area is listed as 47 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 48 m². The property is part of an owners' association, with a monthly contribution of €18,000, which is a significant amount to factor into your budget.
Life in Holtenbroek II
Residents give this neighbourhood an average score of 7.75, based on three reviews. One resident, who has lived here for almost ten years, says: "It's very green here, with lots of trees and small woods for lovely walks." Another, who has been in Holtenbroek II for 37 years, says: "Have lived in Holtenbroek 2 for 37 years and will always live there with great pleasure." A third resident notes: "Warm neighbourhood, cosy neighbourhood. Even though it's a bit less safe. Happy to live here." The reviews also mention recent renovations to the flats, a multicultural atmosphere with occasional African music performances, and some concerns about litter and safety. The neighbourhood has 2,680 residents, and 54% of households are single-person households. For more detail, see [the Holtenbroek II neighbourhood]( /buurt/holtenbroek-ii-zwolle/).
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo and Lidl supermarkets are both on your doorstep, just 49 metres away, and a pharmacy is a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Michaelschool is just around the corner, and obs De Toonladder is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk de Fenix, is about 1.7 km away. For public transport, bus stop Zwolle, Bachplein is on your doorstep with lines 1, 10 and 11, and the train station Zwolle Stadshagen is about 2.1 km away. The wider area falls under [the municipality of Zwolle]( /gemeente/zwolle/).
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property is €266,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 3% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 63%, from €163,000 to €266,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though the home was built in 1962 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The current flood risk is elevated, with a medium risk projected for 2050, and heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via two channels, including Van Amerom Makelaardij.
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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 Porporastraat 68, Zwolle
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €275,000 is 19% below the average asking price of €340,214 for homes currently for sale in Holtenbroek II. It is also the cheapest of the seven homes on offer in this neighbourhood right now. The average asking price per square metre here is €3,736, while this apartment lists at €5,851 per m² based on the agent's floor area. No judgement is made here about whether the price is high or low relative to the market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a two-room apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. It is a portiekflat from 1962, located on the second living floor. The agent lists the living area as 47 m², while the BAG registration records 48 m². The total volume is 157 m³. The agent states that the home is fully insulated and heated by a c.v. boiler.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €266,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 63%, from €163,000 in 2020 to €266,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, which is not the same as the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, road traffic noise at this address is 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 27 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 12 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are indications at the address level, not measurements taken inside the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The home was built in 1962 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific property. No structural assessment has been carried out for this listing.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
The current flood risk for this address is elevated, with a medium risk projected for 2050. Heat stress is currently low, but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from climate data, not predictions for this specific home. They reflect broader conditions in the surrounding area.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Both the Jumbo and Lidl supermarkets are just 49 metres from the front door, making grocery shopping very convenient. The Aldi is about 1.2 km away, and there are two more Lidl and Albert Heijn stores within about 1.4 km. In total, there are 26 supermarkets within a 5 km radius.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Several primary schools are within walking distance. The Michaelschool is 270 metres away, obs De Toonladder is 359 metres, and Chr. Basisschool Het Carillon is 398 metres. There is also a special primary school, Het Speelwerk, at 224 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1 km away.
What public transport options are available?
The bus stop Zwolle, Bachplein is just 99 metres away, served by lines 1, 10 and 11. Another stop, Zwolle, Handellaan, is 268 metres away with line 10. The nearest train station is Zwolle Stadshagen, about 2.1 km from the apartment. This gives you several options for getting around.
What do residents say about living in Holtenbroek II?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.75, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It's very green here, with lots of trees and small woods for lovely walks." Another notes: "Warm neighbourhood, cosy neighbourhood. Even though it's a bit less safe." A third, who has lived here for 37 years, says they will "always live there with great pleasure."
