De Schans 9
Westerhaghe, Katwijk
AreaA spacious end-of-terrace home on the water
This end-of-terrace house on De Schans 9 sits in Westerhaghe, a quiet residential area in Rijnsburg within the municipality of Katwijk. The home is positioned along the water, which gives the setting a calm, open feel. With an asking price of €995,000, this property is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €613,600, and it is also well above the typical price range in this area. For context, the asking price sits 62% above the average for end-of-terrace houses in Katwijk.
The home itself
Built in 1993, this home offers six rooms including five bedrooms and two bathrooms spread over two floors. The agent lists the living area at 215 m², while the BAG registration records 185 m². The plot measures 360 m² according to both sources. The property has a front and rear garden, with the rear garden facing north and accessible via the back. There is an attached brick garage. The home is fully insulated with roof, wall and floor insulation, and heating comes from a combination of a central heating boiler, partial underfloor heating and a heat pump. Ownership is freehold, and the energy label is A, which is an efficient label.
Life in Westerhaghe
Westerhaghe is a neighbourhood where residents describe a strong sense of community and a village atmosphere. One resident says: "Westerhaghe is a charming and lively place with a rich history and a strong sense of community." Another adds: "I could always play safely here as a child and it's still a good neighbourhood to live in now." These reviews reflect the district level rather than this specific street. The neighbourhood has around 1,570 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. Residents of the district give an average score of 7.59 based on six reviews. The area is very strongly urban, with an address density of 2,534 per km². For more on the Westerhaghe neighbourhood, the local character comes through in the reviews.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this location. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a Coop a couple of streets away and a Hoogvliet within a ten-minute walk. For schools, the PC Oranje Nassauschool is on your doorstep, and the Julianaschool Rijnsburg is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Nieuw Rapenburg, is a short walk away, and Apotheek Sloothaak is just around the corner. Bus stops at Spinozalaan and Oegstgeesterweg are a couple of streets away, served by lines 30 and 31. Leiden Centraal station is about 4.2 km away. The wider area falls under the municipality of Katwijk, which offers further amenities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property is €789,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 26% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 62%, from €488,000 to €789,000. As for address-level risk indications, road traffic noise is measured at 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise at 45 dB Lden stays below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while current flood risk and heat stress are low, though heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via Geurts Makelaars, Hypotheken en Verzekeringen, and it is also listed on Funda through the same agent.
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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 De Schans 9, Rijnsburg
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €995,000 is 62% above the average asking price in Westerhaghe, which stands at €613,600. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €655,000, and the range of homes currently for sale runs from €299,000 to €799,000. This home is therefore positioned well above the typical price level in this area.
What is the layout of this home?
The home has six rooms in total, including five bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over two floors. The agent lists the living area at 215 m², while the BAG registration records 185 m². The plot measures 360 m². There is a front and rear garden, with the rear garden facing north and accessible via the back, plus an attached brick garage.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €789,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €995,000 is 26% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 62%, from €488,000 in 2020 to €789,000 in 2025.
What risk indications apply to this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while current flood risk and heat stress are low, though heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is the Albert Heijn at 367 metres, followed by a Coop at 518 metres and a Hoogvliet at 626 metres. There are also additional options within a short distance, including another Coop at 898 metres and another Albert Heijn at 1,261 metres. In total, there are 33 supermarkets within 5 km.
What schools are close to this home?
The PC Oranje Nassauschool is the nearest primary school at 157 metres, followed by the Julianaschool Rijnsburg at 366 metres. For secondary education, the Teylingen College is at 384 metres and the Visser 't Hooft Lyceum Rijnsburg at 521 metres. There are 51 schools within 5 km in total.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stops are Rijnsburg, Spinozalaan and Rijnsburg, Oegstgeesterweg, both at around 373 and 381 metres, served by lines 30 and 31. A third stop, Rijnsburg, Boslaan, is at 519 metres with the same lines. The nearest train station is Leiden Centraal at 4.2 km.
What do residents say about the area?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.59 based on six reviews. One resident describes Westerhaghe as "a charming and lively place with a rich history and a strong sense of community." Another says: "I could always play safely here as a child and it's still a good neighbourhood to live in now." These reviews reflect the district level, not this specific street.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. The home is fully insulated according to the agent, with roof, wall and floor insulation. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler, partial underfloor heating and a heat pump. The home was built in 1993.
How many homes are currently for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 5 homes for sale in Westerhaghe. The average asking price is €613,600, with a median of €655,000. Prices range from €299,000 to €799,000. The average living area of homes for sale in the neighbourhood is 129 m², while this home is listed at 215 m².
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