A detached home at the edge of the woods
Tucked away on a quiet road at the edge of the woods, this detached house on Bijsters 18 in Alphen feels a world away from the everyday bustle. The setting is described as sheltered, in a residential area outside the built-up area, surrounded by woodland. With a plot of 3080 m², there is plenty of space around the home. The asking price is €889,000. For a sense of what this price buys in the wider area, have a look at detached houses in Alphen-Chaam.
The home itself
Built in 1974, this detached family home offers 5 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 182 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 201 m². The property has a volume of 860 m³ and includes an integral garage. According to the agent, the home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler. The energy label is E, which means you can expect higher energy costs. The home has been listed since 21 October 2026.
Life in 't Zand
Residents of the district of Alphen, which includes 't Zand, give their living environment an average score of 8.33, based on three reviews. One resident describes the area as protective: "Everyone knows everyone. People look out for each other. It's a cosy, open and accessible neighbourhood." Another calls it a social neighbourhood, "quiet and reliable, no nuisance, tidy and well-maintained." A third resident finds it "quite a nice neighbourhood but far too little to do." The neighbourhood itself is small, with around 160 inhabitants, and most homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the 't Zand neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The nearest supermarket, a PLUS, is just around the corner, with another PLUS further out. For primary education, Openbare basisschool De Wildschut is a ten-minute walk away, and Kindcentrum Pinokkio & De Bolster is a similar distance. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Valkenburg in Gilze, about 5 km away, with Apotheek Gilze nearby. Bus stop Rechte Heide, 't Zand is just around the corner, served by lines 137 and 637. The nearest train station is Tilburg Reeshof, about 8.8 km away. For a broader view of the surroundings, see the municipality of Alphen-Chaam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €806,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 10% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 38%, from €583,000 to €806,000. As for the address, the noise load from road traffic is 42 dB Lden and from air traffic 36 dB Lden, both below the noise standard, according to 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, the pluvial flooding indication is elevated, while flood risk is low 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
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Thuiz 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 Bijsters 18, Alphen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €889,000 is 10% above the WOZ value of €806,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 38%, from €583,000 to €806,000.
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, the home has 5 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 182 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 201 m². The property also includes an integral garage and has a volume of 860 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E. This is a relatively low label, so you can expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity. The agent notes that the home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler. The label itself does not say anything about the condition of the home.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, with sandy soil. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise load from road traffic is 42 dB Lden and from air traffic 36 dB Lden, both below the noise standard.
What are the climate risks for this location?
The pluvial flooding indication is elevated, meaning there is a higher chance of waterlogging during heavy rain. Flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a property-specific assessment.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS at about 1.6 km. For primary education, Openbare basisschool De Wildschut is about 4.9 km away, and Kindcentrum Pinokkio & De Bolster is about 5 km away. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Valkenburg in Gilze, about 5.2 km away, with Apotheek Gilze nearby.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Rechte Heide, 't Zand, about 528 metres away, served by lines 137 and 637. The nearest train station is Tilburg Reeshof, about 8.8 km away. There are also stops at Alphen, Goedentijd and Rechte Heide, Oosterwijksestraat, all within about 1.2 km.
What do residents say about the area?
Residents of the district of Alphen give their living environment an average score of 8.33, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Everyone knows everyone. People look out for each other. It's a cosy, open and accessible neighbourhood." Another describes it as "quiet and reliable, no nuisance, tidy and well-maintained." A third finds it "quite a nice neighbourhood but far too little to do."
How large is the plot?
The plot measures 3080 m², according to both the BAG registration and the agent. This gives plenty of outdoor space around the home. The living area is 182 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 201 m².
