A ground-floor apartment in the old centre
Zusterstraat 5B sits in the Benedenstad, the oldest part of Gorinchem, where the streets are narrow and the history is on every corner. This is a ground-floor apartment from 1825, a building that has seen the city change around it for two centuries. With a floor area of 58 square metres, it is a compact home, and the asking price is €310,000. The price per square metre works out at €5,345 according to the agent's listing. For a sense of what else is on the market, you can compare with other apartments in Gorinchem.
A compact home on one floor
The apartment has two rooms in total, with one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 58 square metres according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing, so there is no discrepancy between the two sources. The home has a volume of 145 cubic metres and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is located on the ground floor, which means no stairs to climb. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so the energy costs should be relatively manageable. The building dates from 1825, a fact that speaks for itself without needing further comment.
Life in the Benedenstad
Residents here give their neighbourhood a solid 7.85 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident describes it as "somewhat modern in the old centre", with all necessary amenities within walking distance and a choice of bustle and tranquillity. Another says: "everything you need is there and it's a nice area", adding that the neighbourhood really gets into the holidays. A third resident, who has only lived here for three weeks, says the experience is good and they are extremely pleased. The reviews mention plenty of shops, a weekly market, and a range of eateries, as well as the city walls and monuments. One resident notes that a bend in the street can be tricky for lorries, which has led to some damaged cars. The neighbourhood has around 3,935 inhabitants, and a large share of households are single-person households. For more context on the area, you can read about the Benedenstad neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, SPAR is on your doorstep, and Coop is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk away. There are two primary schools within a couple of streets away: CBS De Tamboerijn and obs De Tweemaster. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Schulte Gorinchem, just around the corner, and the Stadsapotheek Poels pharmacy is even closer. For public transport, the bus stop at Krijtstraat is on your doorstep with line 706, and the Kazerneplein stop with line 1 is just around the corner. The train station Gorinchem is a ten-minute walk away. The hospital, Beatrixziekenhuis, is further out at 1.7 kilometres. All of this sits within the municipality of Gorinchem.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €267,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 16% above the WOZ value, a comparison that is precomputed and stated here as a fact. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed from €234,000 in 2022, to €236,000 in 2023, back to €234,000 in 2024, and then up to €267,000 in 2025. As for the address-level risk data, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise from road traffic is 48 dB Lden, which is not above the noise standard, and railway noise is 31 dB Lden, also not above the standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, with notes that the building dates from 1825 on clay soil, and that 4% of properties in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. The climate indications show elevated pluvial flooding risk and elevated flood risk currently, with low flood risk by 2050, and medium heat stress both now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Rawo makelaars. The listing has been active since 9 November 2026.
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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 Zusterstraat 5B, Gorinchem
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €310,000 is 16% above the WOZ value of €267,000, which was set with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The comparison is a factual statement from the data, and no conclusion is drawn here about whether the price is high or low relative to the WOZ.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total, with one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 58 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home has a volume of 145 cubic metres and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is located on the ground floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the energy costs are likely to be relatively manageable compared to less efficient labels. The label is a fact from the listing, and no further claims are made about the insulation or construction of the home beyond what is stated.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data from sources like the Klimaateffectatlas. The notes mention that the building dates from 1825 on clay soil, and that 4% of properties in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and heat risks for this location?
The climate risk data for this address shows an elevated risk of pluvial flooding and an elevated flood risk currently, with a low flood risk by 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not a specific assessment of this property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
SPAR is the nearest supermarket at 249 metres, followed by Coop at 334 metres. Albert Heijn is at 1,243 metres, Nettorama at 1,282 metres, and Jumbo at 1,291 metres. All of these are within a short walk or a few minutes by bike, making daily grocery shopping convenient.
What schools are close to this home?
There are two primary schools within a few hundred metres: CBS De Tamboerijn at 244 metres and obs De Tweemaster at 291 metres. Jenaplanschool Gorkum is at 814 metres. For secondary education, ISK de Toekomst is at 831 metres and Fortes Lyceum at 873 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Gorinchem, Krijtstraat at 186 metres, served by line 706. The Kazerneplein stop with line 1 is at 298 metres, and the Melkpad stop with lines 705 and 706 is at 327 metres. The train station Gorinchem is at 712 metres, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in the Benedenstad?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.85 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident mentions that all necessary amenities are within walking distance, with a choice of bustle and tranquillity. Another says the neighbourhood is cosy and gets into the holidays, though a bend in the street can be tricky for lorries.
How has the WOZ value changed over the past years?
The WOZ value was €234,000 in 2022, €236,000 in 2023, €234,000 in 2024, and €267,000 in 2025. This shows a notable increase in the most recent year. The reference date for the current value is 1 January 2025.
