A keenly priced end-of-terrace home in Rijen
Tucked away on a quiet road in a residential area, this end-of-terrace house from 1972 sits in the Vijf Eiken neighbourhood of Rijen. With a living area of 115 m² and a plot of 224 m², it is one of the smaller homes in the area, yet it offers plenty of space for a family. The asking price of €375,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average, coming in 29% below the average asking price of €528,643. It is also the cheapest of the 14 homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood. For more context, you can compare it with other end-of-terrace houses in Gilze en Rijen.
The home itself
Inside, the house has five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The total volume is 408 m³. The garden consists of a rear garden of 102 m², plus a front and side garden, with the rear garden facing southeast and accessible via the back alley. According to the agent, the home has roof insulation and double glazing, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. The property is offered as freehold, so you own the land outright.
Vijf Eiken, a village within a village
Residents of the district of Rijen give their surroundings an average score of 7.9, based on four reviews. One resident sums it up: "It's a village. But you have everything. Shops, casino, clothing, buses and train station." Another appreciates the "wooded environment and good contacts with the neighbourhood." A third review is less positive, mentioning neighbours who "only think about themselves." The neighbourhood itself has around 3,685 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. It is a place where you can find both quiet streets and everyday conveniences, as described by those who live here. For more details, have a look at the Vijf Eiken neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is straightforward. The nearest supermarket, an Aldi, is just around the corner, and both Albert Heijn and Jumbo are a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, Basisschool Het Fonkelbos is a couple of streets away, and KOC De Brakken is also within walking distance. The GP practice Winkel en Wauters is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy Boots Apotheek Wolfsweide is even closer. Public transport is well served: bus line 206 stops at Rijen, Statenlaan on your doorstep, and lines 205 and 170 are also nearby. The train station Gilze-Rijen is about a ten-minute walk. All of this is part of the municipality of Gilze en Rijen.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €326,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 15% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 50%, from €218,000 in 2020 to €326,000 in 2025. As for the address itself, the noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while other noise sources such as rail, air and industry remain below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, while 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 Kin Makelaars and other platforms.
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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 van Hogendorpstraat 88, Rijen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €375,000 is 15% above the WOZ value of €326,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 50%, from €218,000 in 2020 to €326,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this end-of-terrace house?
The house has five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 115 m², and the plot is 224 m². The garden consists of a rear garden of 102 m², plus a front and side garden, with the rear garden facing southeast and accessible via the back alley.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent notes that the home has roof insulation and double glazing, which can help with keeping the home warm. The exact costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. It gives a general sense of the risk in the area, but it does not replace a structural survey.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Other noise sources, such as rail, air and industry, are all below the norm. These figures are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Aldi, just around the corner at about 636 metres. Albert Heijn and Jumbo are both about 910 metres away, a ten-minute walk. There are also Lidl and Nettorama within a few kilometres, giving you several options for groceries.
What schools are close to this home?
Basisschool Het Fonkelbos is about 357 metres away, a couple of streets from the house. KOC De Brakken is about 634 metres away, and Basisschool De Vijf Eiken is about 720 metres away. All are primary schools within walking distance.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Rijen, Statenlaan, about 170 metres away, served by line 206. Other stops nearby include Rijen, Mariastraat with line 205, and Rijen, Gemeentehuis with lines 170, 205 and 206. The train station Gilze-Rijen is about 1.5 km away, a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the district of Rijen give their surroundings an average score of 7.9, based on four reviews. One resident says: "It's a village. But you have everything. Shops, casino, clothing, buses and train station." Another mentions a "wooded environment and good contacts with the neighbourhood." A third review is less positive, noting neighbours who "only think about themselves."
How does the price per m² compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price per m² is €3,261, based on the agent's listing. This is 20% below the neighbourhood average asking price per m² of €4,057. The home is also the cheapest of the 14 homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood.
