A quiet corner of Schalkwijk
Biesterlaan 62 sits in Dorp Schalkwijk West, a village neighbourhood where life moves at a gentle pace. With 1,305 residents, it feels intimate, and the mix of ages gives it a settled, family-friendly character. The home itself is an end-of-terrace house from 1980, with a living area of 163 m² according to the agent, and a plot of 245 m². The asking price is €685,000. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Houten are listed at an average of €847,500 in the municipality.
Inside the home
This end-of-terrace house spans three floors and offers six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent describes it as a single-family home with a front and back garden, and it is sold as full ownership. According to the agent, the home has roof insulation, HR+ glazing and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The living area is listed as 163 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 157 m², a difference of 6 m². The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so expect moderate energy costs.
Life in Dorp Schalkwijk West
Residents of the municipality of Houten, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.84, based on 18 reviews. One resident describes it as "Cosyyy", adding "Always something to do and almost always quiet". Another calls it "Lively", noting "Friendly and knowledgeable". A third says "Very nice neighbourhood", with "Very friendly and helpful" people. These reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood, but they paint a picture of a welcoming, active community. The neighbourhood itself has a high proportion of owner-occupied homes, at 70%, and a mix of households, with 39% having children. For more on the area, see the Dorp Schalkwijk West neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, just 117 metres away, and a larger supermarket is a couple of streets away. For primary education, Katholieke Basisschool St Michiel is a five-minute walk, and the nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Schalkwijk, is just around the corner. Public transport options include the bus stop at Wickenburhgselaan, a couple of streets away, served by Flex bus lines. The nearest train station, Houten Castellum, is about 2.6 km away, a ten-minute walk or short cycle. For a wider view of the area, the municipality of Houten offers more context.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €621,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price of €685,000 is 10% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 72%, from €360,000 in 2020 to €621,000 in 2025. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 42 dB Lden, and from rail traffic 48 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling; this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, as is the current flood risk, while the flood risk for 2050 is low. Heat stress is currently low, but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Breeschoten & Vernooij B.V. and their listing on Funda.
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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 Biesterlaan 62, Schalkwijk
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price for this end-of-terrace house is €685,000. The WOZ value, as of 1 January 2025, is €621,000. This means the asking price is 10% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, and it has risen by 72% over the past five years, from €360,000 in 2020 to €621,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, this end-of-terrace house has six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 163 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 157 m². The plot is 245 m². There is a front and back garden, and the home is sold as full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this home is B, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home has roof insulation, HR+ glazing and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. These features contribute to the home's energy performance.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. It is based on data from sources like the Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF, and does not constitute a structural assessment.
What are the flood and climate risks for this area?
According to area-level climate data, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, and the current flood risk is also elevated. However, the flood risk for 2050 is low. Heat stress is currently low, but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are indications at the area level, not a specific assessment of this property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR, just 117 metres away, which is on your doorstep. A larger supermarket, such as Albert Heijn or Hoogvliet, is about 2.4 km away, which is a ten-minute walk or a short cycle. There are also other options within 5 km, including a SPAR express and another Albert Heijn.
Which schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is Katholieke Basisschool St Michiel, about 345 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. Other primary schools within a few kilometres include Basisschool Aventurijn and De Fontein Houten. For secondary education, the nearest option is about 5.9 km away, which may require a longer commute.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Schalkwijk, Wickenburhgselaan, about 220 metres away, served by Flex bus lines. Other stops, such as Schalkwijk, Spoorlaan and Schalkwijk, Kloostergaarde, are within 400 metres. The nearest train station is Houten Castellum, about 2.6 km away, which is a ten-minute walk or a short cycle.
How do residents rate living in this area?
Residents of the municipality of Houten, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.84, based on 18 reviews. One resident describes it as "Cosyyy", noting "Always something to do and almost always quiet". Another says it is "Lively", with "Friendly and knowledgeable" people. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
Dorp Schalkwijk West has 1,305 residents, with a mix of ages. About 16% are under 15, 22% are between 25 and 45, and 19% are 65 or older. Households with children make up 39% of the total, while 31% are single-person households. The majority of homes, 70%, are owner-occupied, indicating a stable, settled community.
