Palenstein, Zoetermeer
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Rakkersveld 233 sits in Palenstein, a part of Zoetermeer that is clearly being modernised. At €759 a month, the rent is 66% below the neighbourhood average of €2,260, which makes it a keenly priced option for those who qualify for social housing. The 54 m² floor area is 53% smaller than the local average of 116 m², so the space is compact. For context, this is one of the apartments in Zoetermeer that are available through the social-rent sector.
Palenstein in Zoetermeer is a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage. The multicultural community creates a lively and diverse atmosphere. With improved homes, green spaces and proximity to amenities, it is an attractive area for families and young professionals. The neighbourhood feels forward-looking, but retains a strong sense of connection among residents. That is the verdict from the one review available, which gives the area a 6.63 out of 10. The CBS figures show a mix of households: 47% are single-person, 32% are families with children, and 21% are couples without children. The area is densely built, with an address density of 3,016 per km², so it feels very urban. For more on the area, see the Palenstein neighbourhood.
For your morning bread, Dirk is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza and Hoogvliet are a couple of streets away. There are also Aldi and Albert Heijn within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, IKC De Kasteeltuyn and IKC De Achtsprong are both on your doorstep, and Erasmus College for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood has a park or public garden just a couple of streets away, and a GP practice and restaurant are also within a five-minute walk. The municipality of Zoetermeer provides the wider context for these amenities; see the municipality of Zoetermeer for more.
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About Rakkersveld 233, Zoetermeer
Yes, it is well below the neighbourhood average of €2,260 for rentals, but this is a social-housing unit, so the rent is capped. The floor area is 54 m², which is smaller than the local average of 116 m², so the price per square metre is actually lower than many private rentals in the area.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. This means the home is well insulated and has low expected energy costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online.
Palenstein is a neighbourhood in transformation, with modernisation and greenery taking centre stage. It has a multicultural, lively atmosphere and is considered attractive for families and young professionals. The one review available gives it a 6.63 out of 10.
Dirk supermarket is just around the corner at 121 metres, and several other supermarkets are within a ten-minute walk. Primary schools IKC De Kasteeltuyn and IKC De Achtsprong are on your doorstep, and secondary school Erasmus College is a five-minute walk. A GP, restaurant and park are also within a short walk.
The train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
With 54 m² and two bedrooms, it is compact. The neighbourhood has many families (32% of households have children) and good schools nearby, but the space may be tight for a larger family.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Palenstein in Zoetermeer is a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage. The multicultural community creates a lively and diverse atmosphere. With improved homes, green spaces and proximity to amenities, it is an attractive area for families and young professionals. The neighbourhood feels forward-looking, but retains a strong sense of connection among residents.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €496,125 | €510,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,331 | – |
| Rent price | €2,260 p/m | €2,293 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants
Auto-translated to English by AIPalenstein in Zoetermeer is a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage. The multicultural community creates a lively and diverse atmosphere. With improved homes, green spaces and proximity to amenities, it is an attractive area for families and young professionals. The neighbourhood feels forward-looking, but retains a strong sense of connection among residents.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's quite nice to live here, but the aggressive vagrants and smoking youths who rummage through bins are not for me. Otherwise, everything is easily accessible by car, bike, on foot, or with the RandstadRail.
Auto-translated to English by AIFelt like an industrial area rather than a neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €424,067 | €377,780 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,255 | – |
| Rent price | €1,590 p/m | €1,658 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €20 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
I live here with great pleasure. It is a quiet, green and pleasant neighbourhood where you can enjoy walking and nature. Everything you need is nearby (such as shops, public transport and other amenities). The neighbours are friendly and helpful, and there is a pleasant atmosphere. I feel safe here and can definitely recommend this neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live in a beautiful apartment on the Bentwoud and enjoy it every day in every season! The Bentwoud in particular is excellently maintained!!! The synergy and looking out for each other in the apartment complex disappoints us! That could be better! Otherwise, we live here just fine, and we also feel safe here!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live on the Bentwoud, and you can see, smell and feel it! I always have the feeling that we live in a healthy environment! We also feel safe in the beautiful apartment building. The only thing that disappoints us is the sense of community in our complex Panoramique Bentwoud. Neighbours hardly know each other and have little interest in others. We often organise something but there is little to no interest, a shame especially because there are many elderly people living there who could use some help and/or attention!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live in a nice neighbourhood, sometimes there's a bit of trouble but where isn't there. Lovely house, nice neighbours and everything is easily accessible. In our flat we help each other when needed and there's also social control. We're having a great time here.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have shops, a tram and other businesses in the neighbourhood, such as a gym to provide for us. There are many trees and nature here, which makes it very quiet. Only it is often dirty and dull-coloured buildings that made the neighbourhood a bit boring.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighborhood is really quiet, sometimes too quiet in my opinion.
Auto-translated to English by AIToo few amenities
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €518,472 | €468,485 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,346 | – |
| Rent price | €1,763 p/m | €1,785 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
Rakkersveld 233, Zoetermeer
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