Opaalstraat 7
Edelstenenbuurt, Alphen aan den Rijn
AreaA spacious end-of-terrace home in Alphen aan den Rijn
Tucked away on a quiet street in the Edelstenenbuurt, this end-of-terrace house from 1989 offers a generous 134 square metres of living space on a 144 square metre plot. The asking price of €655,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €332,450. That puts the price 97% above the neighbourhood average, and the living area is 40% larger than the typical 96 square metres in the area. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,467, while this home works out at €4,888 per square metre based on the BAG registration. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [end-of-terrace houses in Alphen aan den Rijn].
The home itself
The house was built in 1989 and carries an energy label C. The listing does not provide further details about the layout, number of bedrooms, or any outdoor space such as a garden or balcony. The living area is recorded as 134 square metres according to the BAG registration, which is the figure used for the price per square metre calculation. The plot measures 144 square metres. Because the agent has not supplied additional specifications, there is little more to say about the interior arrangement or installations.
Life in the Edelstenenbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident describes a nearby area as a green and cosy small neighbourhood, close to Bos Park with tennis courts and a petting zoo, and mentions that everything is within about ten minutes by bike. Another says they grew up there, have always been satisfied, and would never want to leave. A third resident calls it a cosy backwater with friendly people and plenty of supermarkets, though they note that for nightlife you would need to go to Alphen or bigger cities like Leiden or The Hague. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,725 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For a closer look at what the area offers, see [the Edelstenenbuurt neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are close by. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Saffier is on your doorstep, and Apotheek Ridderveld is just around the corner. For groceries, Hoogvliet and Aldi are a couple of streets away, with Albert Heijn a five-minute walk. Schools are also within easy reach: PCB De Stromen is a five-minute walk, and Scala College's secondary location is a ten-minute walk. Public transport is convenient, with bus stops at Saffierstraat on your doorstep serving lines 1, 2 and 182, and the Ridderhof stop a couple of streets away with additional lines. The nearest train station, Alphen a/d Rijn, is about 2.5 kilometres away. The hospital Alrijne Alphen aan den Rijn is a ten-minute walk. For more on the wider area, [the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn] has plenty to explore.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Regarding the address itself, public risk data indicates that road traffic noise is measured at 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise at 42 dB Lden stays below the standard, both based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered only via Holland West Makelaardij. The listing does not include details on the interior layout, bedrooms, or outdoor space, so those aspects remain unstated.
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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 Opaalstraat 7, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €655,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the Edelstenenbuurt, which is €332,450. That is 97% above the neighbourhood average. The living area of 134 square metres is 40% larger than the average of 96 square metres in the area, and the price per square metre works out at €4,888 based on the BAG registration, against a neighbourhood average of €3,467 per square metre.
What is known about the layout of this home?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor does it mention a garden, balcony, or garage. The home is described as an end-of-terrace house built in 1989 with an energy label C. The living area is 134 square metres according to the BAG registration, and the plot measures 144 square metres. No further interior details are provided in the listing.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this property. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not included in the listing information we have. As a result, no comparison between the WOZ value and the asking price can be made here.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Public risk data for this address indicates that road traffic noise is measured at 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Aircraft noise is measured at 42 dB Lden, which stays below the noise standard. These are area-level indications from public sources such as Atlas Leefomgeving, and they do not represent a measurement taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. The soil type is peat, which is noted as sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific property. The information comes from sources such as KCAF and is meant as a general indication for the area around the address.
How does the home handle heavy rain and flooding?
For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated for this address. Flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both currently and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and is expected to remain medium in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, based on public data, and do not reflect an assessment of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
Hoogvliet and Aldi are both about 472 metres away, which is a couple of streets from the home. Albert Heijn is slightly further at 582 metres, about a five-minute walk. There are also a SPAR express at 1.2 kilometres and a Lidl at 1.6 kilometres. In total, there are 18 supermarkets within five kilometres of the address.
What schools are near this property?
PCB De Stromen, a primary school, is about 433 metres away, roughly a five-minute walk. Islamitische Basisschool An Noer is at 575 metres, and Het Spectrum at 742 metres. For secondary education, Scala College's onderbouwlocatie at Kees Mustersstraat is about 745 metres away. There are 44 schools within five kilometres of the address.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest bus stop is Alphen a/d Rijn, Saffierstraat, on your doorstep at 92 metres, serving lines 1, 2 and 182. The Ericapark stop at 370 metres serves lines 1 and 2, and Ridderhof at 408 metres offers lines 1, 2, 169, 182, 183 and 722. The nearest train station is Alphen a/d Rijn, about 2.5 kilometres away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident describes a nearby neighbourhood as green and cosy, close to Bos Park with tennis courts and a petting zoo, and notes that everything is within about ten minutes by bike. Another says they grew up there and would never want to leave. A third calls it a cosy backwater with friendly people and plenty of supermarkets, though nightlife requires a trip to Alphen or bigger cities.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any outdoor space such as a garden, balcony, or garage. It also does not mention insulation, heating installations, or ownership details like a homeowners association fee.
