A 1933 apartment in De Korte Akkeren Oud
This apartment on Wachtelstraat 5 sits in De Korte Akkeren Oud, a neighbourhood in Gouda where the streets have a lived-in feel and the Gouwe river is never far away. The home was built in 1933 and carries an energy label A, which is an efficient label. At €337,500, the asking price is in line with the market, compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €380,766. For context, the average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,214, while this home lists at €4,754 per m². If you are looking at apartments in Gouda, this one stands out for its combination of age and modern energy performance.
The home itself
According to the agent, this apartment has two rooms, one bedroom, one bathroom, and is spread over a single floor. The living area is listed as 71 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 73 m². The home is fully insulated, with roof, wall, and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler with underfloor heating. The volume of the home is 241 m³. It is a compact, efficient layout, with the underfloor heating adding a touch of modern comfort to a 1930s shell.
De Korte Akkeren Oud
De Korte Akkeren Oud is a neighbourhood with a mix of old and new, where 85.7% of homes were built before 1945. Residents across the municipality of Gouda give their living environment an average score of 7.11, based on 26 reviews. One resident says: "I think it's a cosy and nice neighbourhood where I feel very safe." Another notes: "Little greenery, often a lot of rubbish. But there are good small businesses and supermarkets in the neighbourhood." A third adds: "The neighbourhood is safe, social and is growing towards a better environment and in terms of facilities." These reviews reflect the municipality as a whole, not just this specific neighbourhood. The area has about 5,895 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the De Korte Akkeren Oud neighbourhood, you can see how it fits into the wider picture.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is convenient. The Lidl is on your doorstep, with Albert Heijn just around the corner and SPAR a couple of streets away. For primary education, De Goudakker is a five-minute walk, and there are several secondary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Het Segment School v PRO and De Goudse Waarden. The nearest GP, Huisartsen Gouda Centrum, Custers & Vlug, is just around the corner, and the BENU Apotheek Korte Akkeren is a couple of streets away. For public transport, bus stop Gouda, Hoge Gouwe is on your doorstep with lines 2, 190, and 275, and Gouda train station is a ten-minute walk. The Groene Hart Ziekenhuis is a ten-minute walk as well. This is a well-served part of the municipality of Gouda.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €324,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 4% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen from €175,000 in 2021 to €324,000 in 2025, reflecting a strong upward trend. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to note. The road traffic noise level is 62 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail, air, and industrial noise are all below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, which is an area-level indication based on the peat soil and the age of the buildings, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, and the current flood risk is also medium, though it is expected to be low by 2050. Heat stress is currently low but may become medium by 2050. These are all area-level indications from public data sources.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Boer Makelaardij and Boer Makelaardij Midden-Holland.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Features
Details of this home
Transfer
Price
Energy
Save up to € 400 on your energy billCompare nowAreas and volume
Layout
Construction
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 Wachtelstraat 5, Gouda
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €337,500 is 4% above the WOZ value of €324,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is slightly higher than the official valuation, but the WOZ value is not the same as the market value. The price is described as in line with the market when compared to the neighbourhood average asking price.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 71 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 73 m². The home is fully insulated, including roof, wall, and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler with underfloor heating. The total volume is 241 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home is fully insulated, with roof, wall, and floor insulation, and has underfloor heating. However, the energy label is a general rating and does not guarantee specific energy bills.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to area-level data from public sources. This is based on the fact that the home was built in 1933 on peat soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 71% of buildings were constructed before 1970, and 3% 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.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 62 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail traffic noise is 36 dB Lden, air traffic noise is 36 dB Lden, and industrial noise is 46 dB Lden, all of which are below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Lidl, which is just 142 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. Albert Heijn is 539 metres away, SPAR is 642 metres, Coop is 700 metres, and Hoogvliet is 913 metres. This means you have several options for groceries within a short walk, making daily shopping convenient.
What schools are in the area?
The nearest primary school is De Goudakker, which is 545 metres away, about a five-minute walk. There are also several secondary schools nearby, including Het Segment School v PRO at 563 metres and De Goudse Waarden, locatie Kanaalstraat at 619 metres. For special primary education, SBO Park en Dijk is 578 metres away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Gouda, Hoge Gouwe, which is 143 metres away and serves bus lines 2, 190, and 275. There are additional stops at Gouda, St. Jobstraat (334 metres) and Gouda, Oranjeplein (546 metres). The nearest train station is Gouda, which is 696 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you good options for getting around.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Gouda give their living environment an average score of 7.11, based on 26 reviews. One resident says: "I think it's a cosy and nice neighbourhood where I feel very safe." Another notes: "Little greenery, often a lot of rubbish. But there are good small businesses and supermarkets in the neighbourhood." These reviews reflect the municipality as a whole, not just this specific neighbourhood.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value of this home has increased significantly over the past five years. In 2021, it was €175,000, rising to €228,000 in 2022, €255,000 in 2023, €273,000 in 2024, and reaching €324,000 in 2025. This represents a substantial increase over the period, reflecting the general upward trend in property values in the area.
