A new-build apartment on Willem De Zwijgerlaan
This is a brand-new apartment on Willem De Zwijgerlaan in Alphen aan den Rijn, built in 2024 and finished to a very high standard. The energy label is A+++, which means the home is exceptionally efficient and heating costs will be minimal. At €1,769 per month, the rent sits about 19% above the neighbourhood average of €1,492, so it is on the high side for the area, but you are paying for a modern, efficient home. For context, the average asking rent for apartments in Alphen aan den Rijn in this part of town is around €1,492.
The Burgemeester Visserpark neighbourhood
The Burgemeester Visserpark neighbourhood is a settled, mixed area with about 1,590 residents. The population is fairly evenly spread across age groups, with a quarter of households having children and a notable share of older residents. It is a quiet, residential pocket where the streets are lined with a mix of family homes and apartments. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here is drawn from the official statistics. The area feels calm and established, with a strong sense of community.
Life on the street
The daily routine here is straightforward. For groceries, the Lidl and Hoogvliet are both just around the corner, and an Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away for organic produce. For families, the primary schools Het Palet and Rehobothschool are both within a short walk, while the Groene Hart Lyceum for secondary education is practically on your doorstep. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, which makes commuting easy. This is a practical, well-served part of the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn, with everything you need close at hand.
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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.
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About Willem De Zwijgerlaan 221, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
Is €1,769 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is about 19% above the neighbourhood average of €1,492, which puts it on the high side for the area. However, this is a brand-new apartment from 2024 with an A+++ energy label, so you are paying for a modern, highly efficient home. The average rent per square metre in the neighbourhood is €18.14, and at 95 m² this apartment works out at roughly €18.62 per m².
What does the A+++ energy label mean for my energy bills?
An A+++ label is the most efficient rating a home can achieve. It means the property is designed to use very little energy for heating and hot water, so your monthly energy costs should be low. This is a new-build apartment from 2024, so it meets the latest building standards. You can expect a comfortable home with minimal energy expenditure.
How close are the nearest schools?
There are several schools within a very short distance. The Groene Hart Lyceum, a secondary school, is just 130 metres away, and the primary school Het Palet is 176 metres away. The Rehobothschool is 295 metres away, and the Groene Hart Topmavo is 302 metres. For families with children of any age, the school run would be a very short walk.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarkets are the Lidl and Hoogvliet, both just 491 metres away, so daily grocery shopping is a five-minute walk. An Ekoplaza for organic products is 721 metres away, and there is another Hoogvliet at 749 metres. An Albert Heijn is 758 metres away. In total, there are 17 supermarkets within five kilometres, so you have plenty of choice.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.3 kilometres from the apartment, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to commute to nearby cities without needing a car. The neighbourhood is well connected for public transport, and the station provides access to the wider region.
What kind of neighbourhood is Burgemeester Visserpark?
Burgemeester Visserpark is a residential neighbourhood with about 1,590 residents. The population is mixed, with 30% aged between 25 and 45, and 24% aged 65 or over. Around 40% of households are single-person, and 25% are families with children. It is a settled, quiet area with a good balance of ages and household types.
