A classic upper maisonette in Hengstdal
This 1929 upper maisonette on Tooropstraat sits in Hengstdal, a leafy part of Nijmegen-Oost where the streets are lined with pre-war brick homes. The asking price of €475,000 is keen, coming in 19% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €588,462. With 13 homes currently for sale in the area, the market here is modest in size. For a sense of what this price buys across the wider market, you can compare with other apartments in Nijmegen.
Inside the home
Spread over three floors, this upper maisonette has five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 137 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 183 m². The home has a balcony, partial double glazing, and a central heating boiler. It is offered as full ownership, so there is no leasehold ground rent to consider. The property subtype is a bovenwoning, meaning it occupies the upper floors of the building.
Life in Hengstdal
Hengstdal is a residential neighbourhood with a mix of ages, from students to older residents. One resident describes it as "a cosy part of Nijmegen with a section that has several supermarkets," adding that "it's nice that there are several buses here, you're close to the Waal beach and schools." Another appreciates the convenience: "There are shops nearby that I can quickly get to as a student, and homes that aren't too expensive." Not all feedback is glowing, though one resident mentions a difficult neighbour. Based on four reviews, residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.03. The area is home to about 7,000 people, with a high share of single-person households. For more context, see the Hengstdal neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Coop supermarket is just around the corner, with a PLUS a five-minute walk away and an Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk. For schools, Het Kwartier is on your doorstep, and Canisius College is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Hypericon, a ten-minute walk, and the Pegasus Apotheek is just around the corner. Bus stops at Broerweg and Hengstdalseweg/Broerdijk are a couple of streets away, served by lines 2, 8, 680, 811 and 8, 476. Nijmegen Heyendaal station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Nijmegen offers a wider range of services and connections, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Nijmegen.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €497,000 as of 1 January 2025, which is 4% above the asking price. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 73%, from €288,000 to €497,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 66 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway noise is 14 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the home being built before 1970, and the soil type is sand. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Claase Garantiemakelaars and Funda.
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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 Tooropstraat 238, Nijmegen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €475,000 is 4% below the WOZ value of €497,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also 19% below the average asking price for homes in Hengstdal, which is €588,462.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This upper maisonette spans three floors and has five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area as 137 m², while the BAG registration records 183 m². There is a balcony, and the home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €497,000 as of 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, it has risen by 73%, from €288,000 in 2020 to €497,000 in 2025. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area, but the WOZ is a municipal valuation, not a market price.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on the home being built before 1970. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific property. It means that, on average, homes in this postcode area may have a higher chance of foundation issues.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Coop is just around the corner at 333 metres, and a PLUS is 588 metres away, about a five-minute walk. An Albert Heijn is 818 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk. There are also several other supermarkets within a short distance, so daily groceries are convenient.
What public transport options are available?
Bus stops at Broerweg and Hengstdalseweg/Broerdijk are about 200 metres away, served by lines 2, 8, 680, 811 and 8, 476. Nijmegen Heyendaal train station is 1.6 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives good options for getting around Nijmegen and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give Hengstdal an average score of 7.03 based on four reviews. One resident calls it "a cosy part of Nijmegen with a section that has several supermarkets," and another appreciates the nearby shops and affordable homes. There is also a mention of a difficult neighbour, so experiences vary.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to homes with better labels. The home has partial double glazing, which may help somewhat, but the label reflects the overall energy performance of the property.
