A historic apartment in the heart of Gorinchem
This apartment on Westwagenstraat 50 sits in the Benedenstad, the old centre of Gorinchem, where the streets are lined with monuments and the city walls are a short stroll away. The asking price of €275,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €445,059. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Gorinchem reflects the wider market in the municipality.
The home itself
Built in 1910, this apartment spans one floor and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 57 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 66 m². The home has roof insulation and double glazing, and it comes with full ownership. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so energy costs are likely to be moderate.
Life in the Benedenstad
Residents give the Benedenstad an average score of 7.85 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "All necessary amenities within walking distance of both bustle and tranquillity. (Shops, museums and nature). Plenty of choice in eateries and sufficient activities or events." Another adds: "very nice cosy neighbourhood that really gets into the holidays. everything is within walking distance." The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a third of residents between 25 and 45, and a fifth over 65. It is a place where the old centre meets everyday convenience, as the Benedenstad neighbourhood shows.
Amenities and transport
The Coop supermarket is on your doorstep, just 47 metres away, and the SPAR is just around the corner. For primary education, obs De Tweemaster is a couple of streets away, and CBS De Tamboerijn is a five-minute walk. The GP practice is a ten-minute walk, and the Stadsapotheek Poels pharmacy is just around the corner. Bus stops at Melkpad and Kazerneplein are on your doorstep, with lines 705, 706 and 1, and the train station in Gorinchem is a five-minute walk. The Beatrixziekenhuis hospital is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Gorinchem offers a central location with easy access to the rest of the country.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. According to area-level risk data, the home is in an area with elevated foundation risk, partly because it was built in 1910 on clay soil, and 82% of properties in this postcode area date from before 1970. The noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway noise is 31 dB Lden, below the standard. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and current flood risk is elevated, though by 2050 it is expected to be low. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van der Wal Makelaars o.g.
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About Westwagenstraat 50, Gorinchem
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €275,000 is 38% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €445,059. This is a keen price compared with the average, though the living area of 57 m² is also smaller than the neighbourhood average of 104 m². The price per square metre is €4,825, which is 7% below the neighbourhood average per square metre.
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 57 m², while the BAG registration records 66 m². The home has roof insulation and double glazing, and it is offered with full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared with the least efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home also has roof insulation and double glazing, which contribute to keeping the home warm.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
According to area-level risk data, the foundation risk indication is elevated. This is partly because the home was built in 1910 on clay soil, and 82% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. In the neighbourhood, 4% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The area-level noise data shows road traffic noise at 59 dB Lden, which is above the standard, and railway noise at 31 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These figures are based on public data from 2022 and 2023 and are indications for the area, not measurements at the home itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Coop supermarket is just 47 metres away, on your doorstep. The SPAR is 292 metres away, just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is 934 metres away, a ten-minute walk. There are also a Jumbo and a Lidl within about a kilometre.
What schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, obs De Tweemaster is 94 metres away, and CBS De Tamboerijn is 289 metres away. For secondary education, Uilenhof is 655 metres away, and ISK de Toekomst is 741 metres away. There are also several other schools within five kilometres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Gorinchem, Melkpad, just 24 metres away, with lines 705 and 706. The Kazerneplein stop is 98 metres away with line 1, and the Pompstraat stop is 105 metres away with lines 705 and 706. The train station in Gorinchem is 405 metres away, a five-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in the Benedenstad?
Residents give the Benedenstad an average score of 7.85 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "All necessary amenities within walking distance of both bustle and tranquillity." Another says: "very nice cosy neighbourhood that really gets into the holidays. everything is within walking distance." The reviews mention a good mix of shops, eateries and events.
