Nieuwstraat 36
Oostburg, Sluis
AreaA historic end-of-terrace house in the heart of Oostburg
This end-of-terrace house on Nieuwstraat 36 sits right in the centre of Oostburg, a town in the municipality of Sluis. Built in 1881, it's one of the older homes in the area. The asking price of €249,000 is 27% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€340,959), so it's on the low side compared to other homes currently for sale. For context, there are 37 homes for sale in Oostburg, with a median price of €299,000. You can compare it with other end-of-terrace houses in Sluis.
Five rooms, a large garden and a central setting
The agent lists the living area as 128 m², while the BAG registration records 113 m². The plot is 202 m² according to both sources. Inside there are five rooms, including four bedrooms, and the total volume is 466 m³. The house has a west-facing rear garden of 148 m². According to the agent, the home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler. The energy label is E, which means heating costs will be significant. The property is situated in the centre of Oostburg.
Oostburg: a small town with mixed reviews
Oostburg has about 4,310 residents, and a third of them are 65 or older. It's a fairly quiet place, with an urbanity level of 4 (out of 5, where 5 is not urban). Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.57 out of 10, based on nine reviews. Some residents are critical: one says the neighbourhood has become "impoverished" and "looks like a rough area now," while another laments that "some places look like a scrap heap." A third resident describes issues with parking, noise from dogs, and disputes with neighbours. On the positive side, the town has basic amenities within walking distance. For more details, see the page about the municipality of Sluis.
Daily life: shops, school and bus stop on your doorstep
Groceries are easy: Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Aldi, Jumbo and Lidl are a couple of streets away. For primary education, Basisschool Sint Bavo and Basisschool de Berenburcht are both a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Oostburg-Cadzand, and the pharmacy is Service Apotheek Oostburg en Sluis, both within a few hundred metres. The bus stop Oostburg, Ledelplein is on your doorstep, with lines 1, 5, 42 and 601. The nearest train station is Vlissingen, about 15 km away. At the address level, the noise from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the legal norm (based on 2022 data). The foundation risk indication is medium: the home was built in 1881 on clay soil, and 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, which is a KCAF attention area. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is elevated, flood risk is low (both now and in 2050), and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including MYHOUSE makelaars, Funda, Pararius and Vastgoed Nederland.
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About Nieuwstraat 36, Oostburg
What is the asking price and how does it compare to other homes in Oostburg?
The asking price is €249,000. That is 27% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €340,959. The median asking price in Oostburg is €299,000, so this home is priced below the middle of the market. The price per square metre based on the agent's living area is €1,945.
How many bedrooms and what is the layout?
The home has five rooms in total, including four bedrooms. The living area is listed as 128 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 113 m². The plot is 202 m². There is a west-facing rear garden of 148 m². The total volume is 466 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E. This is not an efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to homes with a better label. The agent mentions partial double glazing and a central heating boiler, but the label itself indicates the overall energy performance is moderate.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. The WOZ is the municipal valuation used for taxes, but it is not mentioned for this property.
Are there any risks related to foundation or flooding?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. The home was built in 1881 on clay soil, and the entire postcode area was built before 1970, which is a KCAF attention area. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is elevated, but flood risk from rivers or the sea is low (both now and in 2050). Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are within walking distance?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Aldi, Jumbo and Lidl are a couple of streets away. Basisschool Sint Bavo and Basisschool de Berenburcht are a five-minute walk. The GP and pharmacy are both within a few hundred metres. The bus stop Oostburg, Ledelplein is on your doorstep, with lines 1, 5, 42 and 601.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Oostburg has about 4,310 residents, with a large share of older people (31% aged 65+). It is a quiet town with an urbanity level of 4. Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.57 out of 10. Some reviews mention decline and untidiness, while others note that people keep to themselves. There are 141 registered crimes in the area.
How old is the house and what is the construction year?
The house was built in 1881, which is notably old for this neighbourhood. In Oostburg, only 13.9% of homes were built before 1945, so this is one of the older properties.
Is there a garden and what is its orientation?
Yes, there is a rear garden of 148 m² facing west. That means it gets afternoon and evening sun.
How many sources list this home?
The home is listed on four platforms: MYHOUSE makelaars, Funda, Pararius and Vastgoed Nederland. So it is widely advertised.
