A quiet spot in the Stromenbuurt
This first-floor gallery flat sits on a quiet road in the Stromenbuurt, a residential pocket of Alphen aan den Rijn where the streets are lined with homes from the early seventies. The asking price of €285,000 sits about 15% below the average asking price of €335,000 in the neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side for the area. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €3,702, while this home comes in at €3,904 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn]( /koopwoningen/alphen-aan-den-rijn/appartementen/).
Inside the flat
Built in 1971, this apartment spans one floor and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 73 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 72 m². The home has a balcony, and the agent notes it is set on the first living floor. Insulation consists of roof insulation and largely double glazing, and the property is heated by block heating. It is offered in full ownership, with a monthly homeowners' association contribution of €367.62.
Life in the Stromenbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on 15 reviews. One resident describes the wider area as a green and cosy spot, mentioning the nearby Bos Park with tennis courts and a petting zoo, plus attractions like Avifauna and a small harbour. Another says they grew up there, have always been satisfied and would never want to leave. A third notes friendly people and plenty of supermarkets, though few shops or nightlife options, and adds that public transport regularly has problems. The neighbourhood itself counts around 2,605 inhabitants, with a mix of households. For a closer look at the area, see [the Stromenbuurt neighbourhood]( /buurt/stromenbuurt-alphen-aan-den-rijn/).
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. Albert Heijn and Lidl are both on your doorstep, with Jumbo just around the corner. The Alphense Montessorischool is a couple of streets away, and several secondary schools are within a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Prelude, is a five-minute walk, and Apotheek de Herenhof is just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop at Concertweg is on your doorstep with lines 1, 2 and 722, and the train station Alphen a/d Rijn is about 2.8 km away. The municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn offers more context on the wider surroundings, see [the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn]( /gemeente/alphen-aan-den-rijn/).
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. As for address-level risk data, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise load from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, above the noise standard for the reference year 2022, 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 settlement. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, current flood risk is medium, and by 2050 it is low. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Makelaardij Van Brussel and Makelaardij Van Brussel on 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 Vliestroom 18, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the Stromenbuurt?
The asking price of €285,000 is about 15% below the average asking price of €335,000 in the neighbourhood. The average price per m² in the area is €3,702, while this home is listed at €3,904 per m² based on the agent's floor area. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €290,000, so this flat sits below that figure as well.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 73 m², while the BAG registration records 72 m². There is a balcony, and the home is located on the first living floor of a gallery flat. The volume is 230 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has energy label C. This label indicates a moderate level of energy efficiency, so heating and electricity costs will likely be in a mid-range bracket compared to more efficient homes. The agent notes the property has roof insulation and largely double glazing, which can help keep energy use in check. Block heating is used for warmth.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €367.62. This fee typically covers shared costs for the building, such as maintenance of common areas and the exterior. The exact scope of what is included is not detailed in the listing, so it is worth reviewing the association's documents for a full picture of what the fee covers.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public risk data at the address level, the noise load from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard for the reference year 2022. Aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These are area-level indications based on open data, not a measurement taken inside this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from sources like the Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF. The soil type is peat, which is noted as sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this particular home, so it reflects the general conditions in the vicinity.
What are the flood and heat risks at this location?
Climate risk data for this address indicates that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is medium, dropping to low by 2050. Heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
Albert Heijn and Lidl are both within about 225 metres, so they are essentially on your doorstep. Jumbo is slightly further at around 275 metres. For a wider selection, there are 18 supermarkets within a 5 km radius, including another Albert Heijn at about 1.2 km and a Hoogvliet at about 1.3 km.
What schools are near this home?
The Alphense Montessorischool, a primary school, is about 316 metres away. For secondary education, several options are within a short distance, including Chr. SGM Groene Hart at about 468 metres and Ashram College KSG at the same distance. Scala College and Yuverta are also nearby, at roughly 546 and 558 metres respectively.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Alphen a/d Rijn, Concertweg, about 114 metres away, served by lines 1, 2 and 722. Two other stops, Stortemelk and Binkhorst, are within about 350 metres. The nearest train station is Alphen a/d Rijn, approximately 2.8 km from the home.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66 out of 10, based on 15 reviews. One resident highlights the green surroundings and central location, while another mentions friendly people and plenty of supermarkets but notes limited nightlife and occasional public transport issues. These reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than the Stromenbuurt specifically.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
The Stromenbuurt has around 2,605 inhabitants. About 38% of households are single-person households, 37% are households with children, and 25% are households without children. The average household size is 2.3 people. The area is very strongly urban, with an address density of 2,641 per km².





