A historic end-of-terrace house on the water
This end-of-terrace house on Kortendijk 68 sits in the Benedenstad, the oldest part of Gorinchem, where the streets are narrow and the atmosphere is centuries old. The house dates from 1648, making it one of the older homes in the area, and it comes with an energy label C. The asking price is €769,000. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Gorinchem are listed at an average of €426,388, so this home sits well above that figure.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a four-room home with three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors, with a volume of 696 m³. The living area is listed as 152 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 187 m². The plot measures 162 m² according to both sources. Outside, there is a rear garden of 90 m² facing east, a roof terrace, and a parking space. The home is fully owned, and the agent notes insulation in the form of roof insulation and partial double glazing. Heating is provided by a combination boiler, electric heating, and wall heating. The setting is described as a quiet road, on the water, and in the centre.
Life in Benedenstad
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.85, based on four reviews. One resident says: "All necessary amenities within walking distance of both bustle and tranquillity. (Shops, museums and nature). Plenty of choice in eateries and sufficient activities or events." Another resident, who moved in three weeks ago, says: "My experience with the neighbourhood is good, I've only been living here for 3 weeks but I'm extremely pleased." A third resident notes: "very nice cosy neighbourhood that really gets into the holidays. everything is within walking distance." The neighbourhood has about 3,935 inhabitants, and 57% of households are single-person households. For more on the area, see the Benedenstad neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, and the Coop is just around the corner. For primary education, obs De Tweemaster is a couple of streets away, and Jenaplanschool Gorkum is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Praktijk Kalkhaven, Huisartsenpraktijk Hennekens, a couple of streets away, and the Stadsapotheek Poels pharmacy is just around the corner. For public transport, bus line 47 stops at Gorinchem, Walstraat on your doorstep, and bus line 706 stops at Nieuwe Walsteeg and Haarstraat, both a couple of streets away. The train station Gorinchem is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Gorinchem offers more on the wider area, see the municipality of Gorinchem.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €594,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 29% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 22%, from €485,000 to €594,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise is 32 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data, and the soil type is clay. The climate indications include a low pluvial flooding risk, an elevated current flood risk, and a medium heat stress level. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including van Geffen Makelaardij and 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.
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About Kortendijk 68, Gorinchem
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €769,000 is 80% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €426,388. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €5,115, while this home is listed at €5,059 per square metre based on the agent's living area of 152 m². No judgement is made here about whether the price is high or low; the figures are presented as they are.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, this end-of-terrace house has four rooms, three bedrooms, and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The volume is 696 m³. The living area is listed as 152 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 187 m². The plot measures 162 m². There is a rear garden of 90 m² facing east, a roof terrace, and a parking space.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €594,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 29% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 22%, from €485,000 in 2020 to €594,000 in 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
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 1648 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 64% of properties were built before 1970, and 4% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. These are indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, and the Coop is just around the corner. For primary education, obs De Tweemaster is a couple of streets away, and Jenaplanschool Gorkum is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Praktijk Kalkhaven, Huisartsenpraktijk Hennekens, a couple of streets away, and the Stadsapotheek Poels pharmacy is just around the corner. The train station Gorinchem is a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give the Benedenstad neighbourhood an average score of 7.85, based on four reviews. One resident says: "All necessary amenities within walking distance of both bustle and tranquillity. (Shops, museums and nature). Plenty of choice in eateries and sufficient activities or events." Another resident notes: "very nice cosy neighbourhood that really gets into the holidays. everything is within walking distance." The neighbourhood has about 3,935 inhabitants.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label for this home is C. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, and a C label means moderate energy efficiency. Expect energy costs that are neither very low nor very high, but the exact costs depend on usage and energy prices. The agent notes roof insulation and partial double glazing, which may help with energy retention.
Is there public transport nearby?
Yes, bus line 47 stops at Gorinchem, Walstraat, on your doorstep, and bus line 706 stops at Nieuwe Walsteeg and Haarstraat, both a couple of streets away. The train station Gorinchem is a ten-minute walk.
