Dorp, Zoetermeer
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Van Brakelstraat sits in the lively heart of Dorp, where the streets buzz with shops and restaurants. With 56 m² of living space, it's a compact home that feels snug and manageable. The asking price of €300,000 is 29% below the neighbourhood average of €423,714, making it a keen option for buyers looking for a foothold in Zoetermeer. For context, apartments in Zoetermeer typically command a higher price per square metre.
Dorp is a super cosy neighbourhood, according to the one resident review: "Super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants." It's a dense urban area with a mix of ages and households, many singles and families with children live here. The streets are lively, and the central location means you're never far from daily amenities. The Dorp neighbourhood has a strong sense of community.
Your morning routine could start with a short walk to Ekoplaza (just around the corner) or Hoogvliet (a couple of streets away) for groceries. For school runs, IKC De Kasteeltuyn and Picasso Lyceum are both within a ten-minute walk. The train station is about a ten-minute walk, and the city centre with its restaurants is on your doorstep. The municipality of Zoetermeer offers a full range of amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Schieland Borsboom NVM Makelaars.
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The asking price of €300,000 is 29% below the average asking price in Dorp (€423,714), but the apartment is also smaller than average (56 m² vs 85 m²). The price per square metre works out to about €5,357, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €4,972 per m². So it's priced keenly in absolute terms but reflects the smaller size.
The energy label is E. This is an official registration (EP-Online) and indicates the home's energy performance. Label E is less efficient than the newer labels, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to a home with label A or B. In Dorp, most homes for sale have label C or better, so this one is on the lower end.
Dorp is described by a resident as a 'super cosy neighbourhood' with shops and restaurants. There are several supermarkets within walking distance, including Ekoplaza and Hoogvliet. Primary and secondary schools are also nearby. The area is very urban with a high density of addresses, so everything you need is close at hand.
The nearest train station is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you access to the rail network from Zoetermeer.
The floor area is 56 m², but the layout and number of bedrooms are not provided by the agent.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not given, so it's unclear if there is any private outdoor space.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €423,714 | €325,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,972 | – |
| Rent price | €1,611 p/m | €1,611 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 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 | – |
Van Brakelstraat 10, Zoetermeer
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