A calm spot by the water
This end-of-terrace house sits on Wengéhout 84 in the Houtbuurt-Oost neighbourhood of Zoetermeer, a quiet residential area where the home enjoys a sheltered position with a free view and water nearby. Built in 1995, the house offers a comfortable family layout across three floors. The asking price of €695,000 is in line with the market, compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €695,500. For context, the wider market in Zoetermeer includes end-of-terrace houses in Zoetermeer with varying price points.
The home itself
Inside, the house has six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 174 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 166 m²; the plot is 230 m² in both sources. The property includes a rear garden of 109 m² facing southwest, accessible via the back, plus a front garden and a detached brick garage. According to the agent, the home is fully insulated with roof, wall and floor insulation and double glazing, and it has a central heating boiler. Ownership is freehold.
Life in Houtbuurt-Oost
Residents of the district of Rokkeveen, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.37, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as a "very nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in," while another notes it is quiet but with "too few amenities." A third echoes that sentiment, saying the area is quiet but "there's nothing to do anywhere in this area." The neighbourhood itself has around 1,645 inhabitants, with a mix of households. For more on the area, see the Houtbuurt-Oost neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered: a SPAR express is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo are a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, IKC De Waterlelie and IKC Floriant are both a ten-minute walk from the home. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum de Watertoren, Huisartsen, and the Service Apotheek de Watertoren Zoetermeer pharmacy is nearby. Bus line 71 stops at Zoetermeer, Ogeahout, just around the corner, and the train station Zoetermeer is a ten-minute walk. The wider area is served by the municipality of Zoetermeer.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €688,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 1% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 48%, from €464,000 to €688,000. At the address level, road traffic noise is measured at 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail, air and industrial noise are all below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is flood risk now and in 2050; heat stress is medium now and in 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 Verlaan Makelaardij.
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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 Wengéhout 84, Zoetermeer
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €695,000 is 1% above the WOZ value of €688,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 48%, from €464,000 to €688,000, reflecting the price development in the area over that period.
What is the layout of this end-of-terrace house?
The house has six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 174 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 166 m². The plot is 230 m². There is a rear garden of 109 m² facing southwest, accessible via the back, plus a front garden and a detached brick garage. The home is fully insulated and has a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared to less efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also states the home is fully insulated with roof, wall and floor insulation and double glazing, which supports the label. However, the label itself does not guarantee specific monthly costs, as these depend on usage and energy prices.
What are the noise levels around this address?
At the address level, road traffic noise is measured at 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail noise is 47 dB Lden, air traffic noise is 31 dB Lden, and industrial noise is 45 dB Lden, all below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself. The home is described as being on a quiet road, but the road traffic figure is worth noting.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. It means that, based on regional data, the risk of foundation issues is considered low, but individual circumstances can vary.
What amenities are within walking distance?
A SPAR express supermarket is just around the corner, about 311 metres away. An Albert Heijn and a Jumbo are both about 685 metres away, a ten-minute walk. For primary education, IKC De Waterlelie and IKC Floriant are both about 666 metres away. The nearest GP and pharmacy are at Gezondheidscentrum de Watertoren, about 700 metres from the home.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 71 stops at Zoetermeer, Ogeahout, about 194 metres away, and at Zoetermeer, Houtsingel, about 208 metres away. The nearest train station is Zoetermeer, about 545 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. This gives you access to both bus and rail connections without needing a car for daily commutes.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district of Rokkeveen, which includes Houtbuurt-Oost, give their living environment an average score of 7.37, based on five reviews. One resident calls it a "very nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in," while another notes it is quiet but with "too few amenities." A third says it is quiet but "there's nothing to do anywhere in this area." These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific neighbourhood.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood and at what prices?
In the Houtbuurt-Oost neighbourhood, there are currently 6 homes for sale, with an average asking price of €695,500 and a median price of €660,000. Prices range from €525,000 to €890,000. The average price per square metre is €4,265, and the average living area is 167 m². This home's asking price of €695,000 is in line with the neighbourhood average.
What is the asking price per square metre for this home?
Based on the agent's listed living area of 166 m², the asking price per square metre is €4,187. This is 2% below the neighbourhood average of €4,265 per m². The price per square metre is calculated from the agent's floor area, not the BAG registration figure of 174 m², which would give a different figure.
