A first floor flat with a free view
This apartment on Valeriusplein 40 sits in Componistenbuurt-Zuid, a residential pocket of Alphen aan den Rijn where the streets are quiet and the pace is easy. The home is on the first floor and looks out freely, with the neighbourhood around it made up of similar low-rise blocks from the early seventies. The asking price is €325,000. For context, the average asking price for homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood is around €331,000, with a median of €325,000 and a range from €300,000 to €380,000. If you are weighing up options, it is worth noting that this price sits below the average for apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn.
A practical layout on one level
Built in 1972, this apartment offers four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 100 square metres, matching the BAG registration, and the volume comes to 331 cubic metres. The home is heated by block heating, and it is sold as full ownership, so there is no leasehold to consider. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €206.04. The agent describes the setting as a residential neighbourhood with a free view, which fits the first-floor position.
Life in Componistenbuurt-Zuid
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident, talking about the wider area, says: "Green and cosy small neighbourhood," and mentions the nearby Bos Park with tennis courts and a petting zoo, plus the central position within Alphen. Another adds: "Friendly people, plenty of supermarkets in the area, few shops or nightlife options, for that you have to go to Alphen or big cities like Leiden or The Hague." The neighbourhood itself is home to around 1,715 people, with a mix of ages and household types. For a closer look at what this part of town is like, you can read more about the Componistenbuurt-Zuid neighbourhood.
Daily errands and getting around
For groceries, you have Albert Heijn just around the corner, with Hoogvliet and Aldi a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Samenwerkingsschool Vivace, is also just around the corner, and there are several other schools within a short walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Lupine and Apotheek Ridderveld are both about a ten-minute walk, and Alrijne hospital is a bit further. Public transport is handy: the bus stop at Diepenbrockweg is on your doorstep, with lines 169, 182 and 722, and the Ridderhof stop a couple of streets away offers more options. The train station in Alphen aan den Rijn is about 2.4 kilometres away. All of this sits within the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property was set at €328,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 1% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 51%, from €217,000 to €328,000. As for the area around the address, the noise level from road traffic is 58 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling, and 1% of buildings in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. For climate, the indication for pluvial flooding is low, while the current flood risk is elevated and the 2050 flood risk is medium; heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Koppes Makelaardij - Alphen aan den Rijn and other listings.
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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 Valeriusplein 40, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €325,000 is 1% below the WOZ value of €328,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 51%, from €217,000 to €328,000. This comparison is a factual point, and the price also sits below the average asking price for homes in this neighbourhood, which is around €331,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 100 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The volume is 331 cubic metres. It is located on the first floor and is described by the agent as having a free view. The home is heated by block heating and is sold as full ownership.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €206.04. This fee is paid to the VvE (owners' association) and covers shared costs for the building. The exact services and reserves covered by this fee are not detailed in the listing. It is a fixed monthly amount that you would need to budget for on top of the mortgage and other living costs.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this apartment is C. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, with C being a mid-range label. It does not directly state the insulation quality or the condition of the building. With label C, you can expect moderate energy costs, but the actual costs will depend on your usage and the specific heating system, which here is block heating.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. However, the soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settling, and in this neighbourhood 1% of buildings have an elevated risk of pile rot, based on the Klimaateffectatlas. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk level is given as low, but the underlying soil conditions are worth noting.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 58 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These figures come from public data for the year 2022 and are area-level indications. They describe the general sound environment, not the acoustic insulation of the home itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. Albert Heijn is about 213 metres away, just around the corner. Hoogvliet and Aldi are both about 268 metres away, a couple of streets further. Lidl is about 865 metres away, and Jumbo is about 1 kilometre away. This gives you a good choice for daily groceries without needing to travel far.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is Samenwerkingsschool Vivace, about 203 metres away. There are also several other schools within a short distance, including Auris De Weerklank (special education) at 284 metres, Islamitische Basisschool An Noer at 287 metres, and Protestants Christelijke Basisschool De Mare at 542 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 0.9 kilometres away.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Alphen a/d Rijn, Diepenbrockweg, about 94 metres away, with bus lines 169, 182 and 722. The Ridderhof stop, about 327 metres away, offers additional lines including 1, 2, 169, 182, 183 and 722. The nearest train station is Alphen a/d Rijn, about 2.4 kilometres away. This gives you options for both local and regional travel.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident describes the area as "Green and cosy small neighbourhood," mentioning the nearby Bos Park and the central location. Another notes that there are "plenty of supermarkets in the area, few shops or nightlife options," and that public transport "regularly has problems." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically Componistenbuurt-Zuid.
