Voorstraat 303
Centrum, Dordrecht
NeighbourhoodA canal-side herenhuis in the heart of Dordrecht
This apartment sits right on the water in the middle of Dordrecht, in the Centrum neighbourhood. The building dates from 1700 and carries an energy label B. With an asking price of €495,000, the price per square metre comes to €5,690 based on the agent's floor area, which is on the high side compared with the average of €4,403 per m² in the neighbourhood. For context, apartments in Dordrecht are listed at an average of €487,038.
The home itself
According to the agent, this herenhuis spans four floors and includes five rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 87 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 274 m². The property has a balcony, full ownership, and is described as being on the water in the centre. Insulation includes roof insulation and double glazing, and the home is heated by a central heating boiler.
Life in the Centrum
Residents of the district give their surroundings an average score of 8.04, based on four reviews. One resident says: "People get along well with each other and also look out for one another." Another notes: "Centre so very accessible for young and old." A third mentions "Many homeless people in this neighbourhood." The district is very urban, with an address density of 4,086 per km². Around 63% of households are single-person, and the average household size is 1.5. The Centrum neighbourhood is home to about 1,090 people.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. A SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For primary education, Jenaplan basisschool De Statenschool is a couple of streets away, as is the Leonardoschool. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Wildeboer en Viljac is just around the corner, with Apotheek Ritzen nearby. Bus line 10 stops at Dordrecht, Scheffersplein on your doorstep, and the train station Dordrecht is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Dordrecht offers further amenities within easy reach. According to public address-level risk data, the noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the area-level data, noting the 1700 construction on clay soil and that 11% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding risk is low, but flood risk is elevated both currently and in 2050, and heat stress is medium now and in 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 Maarten Makelaardij & Hypotheken Drechtsteden.
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About Voorstraat 303, Dordrecht
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €495,000 is above the average of €487,038 for homes currently for sale in the Centrum neighbourhood. The median price is €449,000, and prices range from €339,000 to €825,000. Based on the agent's floor area of 87 m², the price per square metre is €5,690, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €4,403 per m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this herenhuis has five rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over four floors. The living area is listed as 87 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 274 m². There is a balcony, and the property is described as being on the water in the centre. The home has roof insulation and double glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not always included in property listings. If you need this figure, you can look it up in the municipal records.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public address-level data, the noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Railway noise is 46 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 23 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to area-level data. The home was built in 1700 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 100% of properties were built before 1970, and 11% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
A SPAR supermarket is about 245 metres away, an Albert Heijn is 312 metres away, and a Dirk is 449 metres away. There is also an AH to go at 761 metres and another Albert Heijn at 971 metres. These distances mean you can reach the nearest shops on foot in a few minutes.
What schools are close to this address?
Jenaplan basisschool De Statenschool is about 221 metres away, and the Leonardoschool is 237 metres away. IKC de Wereldwijzer is 318 metres away, and there are more schools within a short distance. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.3 km away.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus line 10 stops at Dordrecht, Scheffersplein, which is about 55 metres away, and also at Dordrecht, Visbrug (115 metres) and Dordrecht, Sarisgang (191 metres). The nearest train station is Dordrecht, about 809 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give their surroundings an average score of 8.04, based on four reviews. One resident says: "People get along well with each other and also look out for one another." Another notes: "Centre so very accessible for young and old." A third mentions "Many homeless people in this neighbourhood." These reviews reflect the wider district, not just this specific street.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, with A being more efficient and G being the least efficient. With label B, you can expect moderate energy costs, but the actual costs depend on your usage and the current energy prices. The home has roof insulation and double glazing, which can help with energy efficiency.
Statistics for Centrum
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €487,038 | €449,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,403 | – |
| Rent price | €1,251 p/m | €1,148 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
Experiences from Binnenstad
How residents experience their district
Many homeless people in this neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople get along well with each other and also look out for one another
Auto-translated to English by AICentre so very accessible for young and old
Auto-translated to English by AII always feel safe
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Binnenstad
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €551,646 | €448,239 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,017 | – |
| Rent price | €1,683 p/m | €1,631 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €16 p/m | – |
Experiences from Dordrecht
How residents experience their municipality
Social residents who are there for each other. The children have plenty of playgrounds, supermarket nearby and affordable homes. Few bad tenants so little nuisance. Nature and Wantij within a stone's throw. Couldn't be better.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn itself a nice place to live with many amenities and good accessibility. But there is litter and dog poop everywhere, making it very grimy.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany homeless people in this neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople get along well with each other and also look out for one another
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful walking area along the river the Wantij on the Maasstraat. Supermarket and primary school within walking distance. The community centre with the adjacent playground looks shabby, especially because of the old pole with satellite dishes, and there is also a very outdated asphalt square next to the community centre, which gives a desolate impression when you first enter the neighbourhood. That is a shame and gives a wrong impression of the cosy and beautiful neighbourhood. The renovated houses in the adjacent Noorderkwartier are of a beautiful architectural style from the 1920s and 1930s. Most people still say hello to each other here, as if you live in a village, especially the older residents who like to chat create a cosy and friendly atmosphere.
Auto-translated to English by AICentre so very accessible for young and old
Auto-translated to English by AIMy neighbourhood is often dismissed by outsiders as a deprived area. That word alone conjures up images of problems, statistics and stigma. But those who actually live here know that the story is much more layered than that. The flats and terraced houses are not new, sometimes even a bit worn. Stairwells bear the marks of years of use and in some places maintenance leaves something to be desired. Yet people live here who do their best every day to make something of it. Families who have lived on the same street for generations, young people playing football on the square until it gets dark, and elderly people watching everything from their balcony, missing nothing. You hear multiple languages mixed together here. Not because people live alongside each other, but because the neighbourhood is a mix of cultures, backgrounds and stories. Sometimes it clashes, sometimes it rubs, but often a form of togetherness emerges that you see less in 'nicer' neighbourhoods. Everyone knows who lives on the street, who needs help and who you'd better avoid. There are problems too. That cannot be denied. Unemployment, money worries and occasional nuisance are part of daily life. Police and enforcement patrol the area more often than in other neighbourhoods. But that doesn't mean there are no norms or values here. Calling each other out on behaviour doesn't always happen by the book.
Auto-translated to English by AII don't know everyone in my neighbourhood but most are friendly. The neighbourhood is close to the central station and close to the city centre, there is also a park and a dog park nearby. There is a special primary school at the end of the street. They organise something fun every year for Halloween. It is safe, almost nothing ever happens.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Dordrecht
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €451,990 | €406,413 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,126 | – |
| Rent price | €1,683 p/m | €1,664 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €16 p/m | – |
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