A 1930s end-of-terrace house in Steekterbuurt
This end-of-terrace house from 1932 sits in the Steekterbuurt neighbourhood of Alphen aan den Rijn, a quiet corner of the town where the streets feel settled and lived-in. With five rooms spread over three floors, it is a compact family home with a garden that faces south. The asking price of €359,000 is 50% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €715,444, which puts it on the keen side compared with other homes currently for sale in the area. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,187, while this home is listed at €4,787 per m². If you are looking at end-of-terrace houses in Alphen aan den Rijn, this one stands out for its price relative to the local market.
The home itself
According to the agent, the house has five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 75 m², which matches the BAG registration, and the plot is 94 m². There is a rear garden of 8 m² facing south, plus a roof terrace, and the property is in full ownership. The agent notes wall insulation and double glazing, and the heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The home was built in 1932 and has an energy label D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also mentions a free view from the property.
Steekterbuurt, a small neighbourhood with a big reach
Steekterbuurt is a small neighbourhood with around 845 residents, and it feels like a quiet backwater within Alphen aan den Rijn. Residents across the municipality give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on 15 reviews. One resident says: "Friendly people, plenty of supermarkets in the area, few shops or nightlife options, for that you have to go to Alphen or big cities like Leiden or The Hague, and public transport regularly has problems." Another resident, who grew up in the area, says: "I would never want to leave and have little to complain about." The neighbourhood itself has a mix of ages, with 22% of residents aged 65 or over and 8% under 15. Most homes here were built before 1945, which gives the streets a certain character. For more on the area, see the Steekterbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well covered here. The nearest supermarket, Hoogvliet, is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. For schools, the Rijnstroom College Westerpark is a ten-minute walk, and the Protestant Christian primary school De Windroos is about 1 km away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Rop Borst is a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Allart pharmacy is just beyond that. Public transport is close: the bus stop at Rijnbrug is on your doorstep, with lines 101 and 147, and the train station Alphen a/d Rijn is about 1.4 km away. The municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn offers a range of facilities, and you can read more about the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn for the wider picture.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €314,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 14% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 33%, from €236,000 to €314,000. As for the address, the area-level risk data indicates that the foundation risk is elevated, with the note that the home was built in 1932 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property. The noise level from road traffic is 67 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, below the standard. The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is low, as is the flood risk for 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Woondroom Alphen on Funda and Vastgoed Nederland. The main agent is Woondroom Alphen.
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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 Kortsteekterbuurt 2, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €359,000 is 14% above the WOZ value of €314,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 33%, from €236,000 in 2020 to €314,000 in 2025. This gives you a sense of how the property has appreciated in the official valuation, though the actual sale price will depend on the market.
What is the layout of the house?
According to the agent, the house has five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 75 m², which matches the BAG registration, and the plot is 94 m². There is a rear garden of 8 m² facing south, plus a roof terrace. The property is in full ownership, so there is no leasehold. The agent also notes wall insulation and double glazing, and the heating is via a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The agent mentions that the home has wall insulation and double glazing, which can help with keeping the heat in. However, the label itself is a general indication, and actual costs will depend on your usage and the efficiency of the heating system. The central heating boiler is noted in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The area-level risk data indicates that the foundation risk is elevated. This is based on the home being built in 1932 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The data also notes that 88% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, and 2% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
How noisy is the location?
The area-level noise data shows that road traffic noise is 67 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These figures are based on 2022 data and are indications for the area, not measurements at the property itself. If noise is a concern, you may want to consider the proximity to the road, though the agent notes a free view from the property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Hoogvliet, about 1.3 km away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are also close, at about 1.4 km. There are 15 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of options for daily groceries. The neighbourhood itself is described by residents as having plenty of supermarkets in the area, though for more variety you might need to go into Alphen aan den Rijn itself.
What schools are in the area?
The nearest school is Rijnstroom College Westerpark, a secondary special education school, about 650 metres away. For primary education, the Protestant Christian school De Windroos is about 1.1 km away, and Basisschool de Rank is also close at 1.1 km. There are 45 schools within 5 km, so you have a wide choice. The distances are approximate and based on the nearest schools listed in the data.
How is public transport in the area?
The nearest bus stop is Alphen a/d Rijn, Rijnbrug, about 200 metres away, with lines 101 and 147. Another stop, Beerendrecht, is about 425 metres away and also serves line 722. The train station Alphen a/d Rijn is about 1.4 km away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk or a short bike ride. One resident notes that public transport regularly has problems, so you may want to check current schedules.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Steekterbuurt is a small neighbourhood with around 845 residents. Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66 out of 10, based on 15 reviews. One resident describes the area as having friendly people and plenty of supermarkets, but few shops or nightlife options, for which you would go to Alphen or larger cities. Another resident says they would never want to leave the area.
How does the price per m² compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre is €4,787, based on the agent's listing of 75 m². The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,187, so this home is priced higher per m². However, the total asking price of €359,000 is 50% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €715,444, which reflects the smaller size of this home compared with the average of 197 m² in the area.
