Prins Hendrikstraat 8
Gouwsluis · 2405 XM Alphen Aan Den Rijn
A bright apartment in Gouwsluis
This third-floor apartment on Prins Hendrikstraat sits in Gouwsluis, a neighbourhood in Alphen aan den Rijn where life moves at a comfortable pace. With the Bos Park nearby and a petting zoo within easy reach, there is plenty to do outdoors. The last known asking price of €625,000 was on the high side compared with the current market, especially when you look at the wider supply of apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn. This home has not been online since 23 October 2026.
The home itself
The apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area was 104 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 102 m². The home was built in 2001 and carries an energy label A, which is an efficient label. There is a sunny terrace that belongs to the homeowners' association, with a monthly contribution for the VvE.
Gouwsluis and its residents
Gouwsluis is a compact neighbourhood with a mix of ages, and about 96% of the homes are owner-occupied. 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," while another notes: "Friendly people, plenty of supermarkets in the area." A third adds: "A cosy backwater." These are municipal-level impressions, so they reflect the wider town rather than Gouwsluis specifically. The neighbourhood itself has a small population of around 1,500, with a notable share of families. For a closer look at what the area offers, see the Gouwsluis neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner, and the Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. For primary education, Protestants Christelijke Basisschool De Windroos is a five-minute walk, and Basisschool de Rank is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Rop Borst is just around the corner, with Apotheek Allart a ten-minute walk. Bus stops at De Schans and Polderpeil are a couple of streets away, served by lines 1 and 2, and the train station Alphen a/d Rijn is a ten-minute walk. The wider area falls under the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home was €578,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price sat 8% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 40%, from €412,000 to €578,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Climate indications for pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, with heat stress currently low but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via HOLLAND WEST 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Prins Hendrikstraat 8, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price was €625,000, while the WOZ value was €578,000 as of 1 January 2025. That put the asking price 8% above the WOZ value. The WOZ was the municipal valuation, not the market value, so the difference was a reference point rather than a verdict on the price.
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 agent listed the living area as 104 m², while the BAG registration records 102 m². There is also a sunny terrace that belongs to the homeowners' association, with a monthly VvE contribution.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This meant the home was likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The label is a rating of the home's energy performance, not a statement about its construction or insulation.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 40%, from €412,000 to €578,000. The reference date for the current value is 1 January 2025. This shows a steady upward trend in the municipal valuation over the period.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise level is 49 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch norm. Rail traffic noise is 14 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 41 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is low, according to public data. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home's foundation.
What are the climate risks for this address?
The indications for pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, both currently and for 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Hoogvliet, about 938 metres away, followed by Ekoplaza at 968 metres and Albert Heijn at 1,084 metres. There are 15 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so daily groceries are well covered.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest school is Rijnstroom College Westerpark, a secondary special education school, about 443 metres away. Protestants Christelijke Basisschool De Windroos is 562 metres away, and Basisschool de Rank is 857 metres away. In total, there are 45 schools within 5 kilometres.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Alphen a/d Rijn, De Schans, about 325 metres away, served by lines 1 and 2. The train station Alphen a/d Rijn is 844 metres away, so both bus and train options are within walking distance.
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 out of 10, based on 15 reviews. One resident mentions the green and cosy neighbourhood, while another appreciates the friendly people and nearby supermarkets. These are municipal-level reviews, not specific to Gouwsluis.
