De Baan en omgeving, Gouda
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Raoul Wallenbergplantsoen sits in the heart of Gouda, where the streets hum with a mix of students, professionals and long-time locals. The 107 m² home has an A energy label, which is rare for a building from 1884, so you get the charm of high ceilings and period features without the draughts. At €490,000, the asking price is 16% below the neighbourhood average of €584,816, making it a keen entry into the market for apartments in Gouda.
De Baan e.o. is one of Gouda's most urban pockets, with a density of 3,727 addresses per km². It's a place of singles and couples, 40% of households are one-person, and only 10% have children. The streets are lined with restaurants and cafés, and the vibe is young and energetic. There are no resident reviews available, but the figures speak for themselves: 83% of homes were built before 1945, giving the area a distinctive old-town character. The neighbourhood De Baan e.o. is a short walk from the station and the historic centre.
Your morning bread run is to Albert Heijn, just around the corner, or Coop a couple of streets away. For school runs, Casimirschool is on your doorstep, and the Catholic St. Aloysius is a five-minute walk. The nearest park is a three-minute stroll, and the train station is a ten-minute walk, so commuting to The Hague or Utrecht is straightforward. The municipality Gouda keeps the city centre vibrant with markets and events year-round.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Blauw Makelaars. The price and specs are current as of the listing date.
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Raoul Wallenbergplantsoen 12, Gouda
Data from De Baan en omgeving
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About Raoul Wallenbergplantsoen 12, Gouda
The asking price is €490,000, which is 16% below the average asking price in De Baan e.o. (€584,816) and close to the median of €469,000. Given the 107 m² floor area and A energy label, the price per m² works out to about €4,579, slightly above the neighbourhood average of €4,270. It's a market-rate price for a well-insulated period apartment.
De Baan e.o. is very urban, with a high density of shops and restaurants. The nearest supermarket (Albert Heijn) is 275 m away, and there are several schools within walking distance. The area has a young, active feel with many singles and couples. The train station is 1.5 km away, so commuting is easy.
The home has energy label A, which is excellent for a building from 1884. This means it is well-insulated and energy-efficient, keeping heating costs low. In the neighbourhood, only 25% of homes have label A, so this is a standout feature.
The floor area is 107 m², which typically accommodates two to three bedrooms, but you would need to check the layout with the agent.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. The nearest park is 270 m away.
The CBS data records 136 total crimes in the neighbourhood, but without a per-capita figure it is hard to compare. The area is central and busy, which generally means more foot traffic and natural surveillance.
In a dense urban area like De Baan e.o., street parking may be limited and could require a permit. You would need to check with the municipality.
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