Achterweg 37
Dorp, Katwijk
AreaA classic end-of-terrace house in Katwijk
Achterweg 37 sits in the Dorp neighbourhood of Katwijk, a part of town where daily life unfolds at a relaxed pace. This end-of-terrace house from 1960 has a classic presence on the street, with the kind of character that comes with age. The asking price of €849,500 is on the high side compared with other end-of-terrace houses in Katwijk, sitting roughly 19% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a two-storey home with five rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom, and a volume of 674 cubic metres. There is a difference in the floor areas: according to the BAG registration the living area is 199 m², while the agent lists 159 m². The plot shows a similar difference, with the BAG registration stating 103 m² and the agent 160 m². The energy label is C.
Life in Dorp
Dorp is a compact neighbourhood with a mix of ages, where around 2,800 people live. Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.0, based on ten reviews. One resident describes it as "Good and safe", mentioning the greenery, a good supermarket and the quiet atmosphere, while another calls it "Pleasant" for the same reasons. A third review is less positive, referring to "a mess" and dogs barking. The neighbourhood has a strong family presence, with 39% of households having children. For more context, you can read about the Dorp neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The Coop supermarket is on your doorstep, just 49 metres away, making the daily grocery run very easy. The Julianaschool Rijnsburg is a couple of streets away, and the nearest GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk Hueting en Essers, is just around the corner. Bus stops on the Schutterswei and Rijnstraat, served by lines 30 and 31, are within a short walk. Leiden Centraal station is about 5 km away. All of this sits within the municipality of Katwijk.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €685,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 24% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 47%, from €465,000 to €685,000. As for address-level risk indications, the road traffic noise is measured at 52 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while aircraft noise at 45 dB Lden stays below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, though the current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Van der Meer Makelaars.
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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 Achterweg 37, Katwijk
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €849,500 is 24% above the WOZ value of €685,000, which was set with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 47%, from €465,000 to €685,000.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, this is a two-storey end-of-terrace house with five rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom, and a volume of 674 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 159 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration states 199 m². The plot is 160 m² according to the agent, versus 103 m² in the BAG registration.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs will be moderate compared to the most efficient homes, but lower than the least efficient ones. The home was built in 1960, which is a fact about its age rather than an indication of its condition.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise at this address is measured at 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is measured at 45 dB Lden, which stays below the standard. These figures come from public data at the address level and are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the home being built before 1970, specifically in 1960, and the fact that 62% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What is the flood risk at this address?
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, meaning there is a higher chance of surface water accumulation during intense rainfall. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Coop supermarket is just 49 metres away, essentially on your doorstep. The Albert Heijn is about 826 metres away, the Lidl around 926 metres, and the Dirk approximately 985 metres. Within 5 km there are 21 supermarkets in total, so there is plenty of choice for daily shopping.
What schools are close to this home?
The Julianaschool Rijnsburg, a primary school, is about 718 metres away. The Teylingen College for secondary education is around 841 metres away. The PC Oranje Nassauschool is at roughly 919 metres. There are 40 schools within 5 km, covering both primary and secondary education.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stops are Katwijk a/d Rijn, Schutterswei at 163 metres and Katwijk a/d Rijn, Rijnstraat at 202 metres, both served by bus lines 30 and 31. Leiden Centraal train station is about 5 km away. The stops are within a short walk, making it easy to reach other parts of the region.
What do residents say about the area?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.0, based on ten reviews. One resident describes it as "Good and safe", noting the greenery, a good supermarket and the quiet atmosphere. Another calls it "Pleasant" for similar reasons. A third review is less positive, referring to "a mess" and dogs barking. These reviews describe the wider district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
How does the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood?
The price per m² is €5,343, based on the agent's listed living area of 159 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,849. The living area of 159 m² is 27% larger than the neighbourhood average of 125 m², which is relevant context when considering the overall asking price.
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