Zachariassteeg 1
Binnenstad, Woerden
AreaA classic upper-floor home in the heart of Woerden
This charming upper-floor apartment sits on the Zachariassteeg, right in the middle of Woerden's historic centre. The setting is lively and central, with the bustle of the old town just outside the door. Built in 1899, the home carries a modern energy label A, which is a pleasant surprise for a property of this age. At €319,500, the asking price is on the high side compared with the average for apartments in Woerden, but it reflects the prime central location.
Inside the home
The apartment spans a single floor and includes two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 54 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 59 m². The home comes with roof insulation, floor insulation and double glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler with air conditioning. It is offered as a bovenwoning, located on the first living floor, with a volume of 188 m³.
The Binnenstad neighbourhood
Life here revolves around the compact, friendly streets of the old centre. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 8.39 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Have lived here for years, everyone is nice and friendly." Another describes it as "a cosy, spacious neighbourhood" with good amenities, though they note that decent shopping facilities are lacking. The district is home to around 2,850 people, many of whom live alone, and the streets are lively with a mix of ages. For a sense of what it is like to live here, the Binnenstad neighbourhood offers a good picture.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this spot. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with an Aldi a couple of streets away and a Lidl a ten-minute walk. The Wilhelminaschool for primary education is a five-minute walk, and secondary options like Kalsbeek College are close by. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Kievitstraat, is a couple of streets away, and the Service Apotheek Woerden is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop at Westdam is on your doorstep with lines 4, A, 101, 524, 724 and N26, and Woerden train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider municipality of Woerden offers further amenities and connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €269,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price sits 19% above this valuation. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value rose by 27%, from €212,000 to €269,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is elevated, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is also elevated, with flood risk currently low. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Groenendael Makelaardij B.V. and listings on Vastgoed Nederland and Pararius.
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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 Zachariassteeg 1, Woerden
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €319,500 is 19% above the WOZ value of €269,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The difference between the asking price and the WOZ value is a fact you can weigh yourself.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 54 m², while the BAG registration records 59 m². The home is an upper-floor apartment (bovenwoning) on the first living floor, with a volume of 188 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent also mentions roof insulation, floor insulation and double glazing, which support energy efficiency. The home is heated by a central heating boiler and has air conditioning.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1899 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 100% of properties were built before 1970, and 3% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 36 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures come from public data for the address and are area-level indications, not measurements inside the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 212 metres, which is just around the corner. An Aldi is at 667 metres, a Lidl at 937 metres, and a Jumbo at 1019 metres. Within a 5 km radius there are 11 supermarkets in total, so you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this home?
The Wilhelminaschool, a primary school, is 278 metres away. For secondary education, Kalsbeek College at the Bredius location is 415 metres away, and Minkema College at the Minkemalaan location is 860 metres away. There are also other primary schools within walking distance, such as Jan de Bakkerschool at 544 metres.
How is the public transport from this location?
The nearest bus stop is Woerden, Westdam, at 202 metres, with lines 4, A, 101, 524, 724 and N26. Another stop, Woerden, Plantsoen, is at 218 metres with the same lines. Woerden train station is 568 metres away, so you can reach the station in about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 8.39 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Have lived here for years, everyone is nice and friendly." Another describes it as "a cosy, spacious neighbourhood" with good amenities, though they note that decent shopping facilities are lacking. The reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific street.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 27%, from €212,000 to €269,000. The value rose steadily each year, with a slight dip in 2023 before climbing again. This development is based on municipal valuations and gives an idea of how the property's value has moved over time.
