A grand old house in a village setting
This detached house on Dorpsweg 51 sits in Hoogblokland-Dorp, a village neighbourhood within the municipality of Molenlanden. With its 1893 origins, this home brings a sense of history to the street, and the asking price of €1,025,000 is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average. The price is 198% above the average asking price of €343,750 in the area, a figure that reflects the exceptional size and character of this property. For context, detached houses in Molenlanden are a rare commodity, and this one stands out for its generous proportions.
A home with space and character
The house offers a living area of 217 m² according to the BAG registration, set on a plot of 1,160 m². The agent does not provide further details on the layout, so the number of rooms and bedrooms is not stated. The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The year of construction, 1893, is notably old for this neighbourhood, where most homes were built after 1945.
Life in Hoogblokland-Dorp
Residents across the municipality of Molenlanden give their living environment an average score of 8.19, based on ten reviews. One resident describes the area as "cosy, characteristic," noting the "small cosy village" and the "lots of tourism in high season." Another resident, who moved here in 2023, praises the "sense of community," mentioning that newcomers are "warmly welcomed with a flower or plant" and that there is a neighbourhood app for sharing useful information. The same resident notes that the village is "fairly religious but not extreme," with "Sunday rest still noticeably observed," yet people are "not pushy with their faith towards non-believers." They also mention that "there is little to no crime" and that the village has a shopping gallery with a supermarket, bakery, butcher, hairdresser, florist, chemist, and more. The neighbourhood itself has 920 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. This is the Hoogblokland-Dorp neighbourhood as described by those who live there.
Amenities and getting around
The daily essentials are within easy reach. The nearest primary schools, OBS Den Beemd and Basisschool De Wegwijzer, are just around the corner, a couple of streets away. For groceries, the PLUS supermarket is a ten-minute walk, and the Coop is a similar distance. The GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk Hoornaar, is a couple of streets away in Hoornaar, while the BENU pharmacy in Gorinchem is a ten-minute walk further. Public transport is convenient, with bus stops at Hoogblokland, Vlietstraat and Hoogblokland, NH Kerk just around the corner, served by lines bB and 705. The nearest train station, Arkel, is a ten-minute walk away. This is all part of the municipality of Molenlanden where rural living meets practical amenities.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this property is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. The address risk indications are also not provided, meaning there is no information on noise, foundation, or flooding risks for this specific location. As such, these aspects remain unassessed.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Van Ekeren Kuiper Leerdam.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Dorpsweg 51, Hoogblokland
What is the asking price for this detached house?
The asking price is €1,025,000. This is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €343,750, being 198% above it. The price per square metre, based on the BAG living area of 217 m², is €4,724, which is 41% higher than the neighbourhood average per m². The price reflects the exceptional size and age of the property.
How large is the living area and plot?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 217 m², and the plot measures 1,160 m². The agent does not provide additional details on the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms. The living area is 111% larger than the neighbourhood average of 103 m², making this a particularly spacious home.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, indicating that energy costs will be moderate but not minimal. In the neighbourhood, most of the for-sale stock has a better label, with 50% at label B and 50% at label C. No homes in the current offering have label A or higher, so this home is in line with the older building stock in the area.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not part of the listing information provided. Without this figure, a comparison with the asking price cannot be made. The asking price is set by the seller and may differ from the municipal valuation.
Are there any risk indications for this address?
No risk indications are provided for this address. There is no information on noise levels, foundation risks, or flooding risks for this specific location. This means that these aspects have not been assessed in the available data. It is not possible to comment on potential risks without this information.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest primary schools, OBS Den Beemd and Basisschool De Wegwijzer, are within a couple of streets away. The PLUS supermarket is about a ten-minute walk, and the Coop is a similar distance. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Hoornaar is a couple of streets away, while the BENU pharmacy in Gorinchem is about a ten-minute walk further. The Beatrixziekenhuis hospital is also in Gorinchem, a short drive away.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops at Hoogblokland, Vlietstraat and Hoogblokland, NH Kerk are just around the corner, served by lines bB and 705. The nearest train station is Arkel, about a ten-minute walk away. This provides a reasonable connection to the wider region, though the exact destinations and frequencies are not stated.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Residents across the municipality of Molenlanden give their living environment an average score of 8.19, based on ten reviews. One resident describes the area as "cosy, characteristic," with a "small cosy village" and "lots of tourism in high season." Another resident highlights the "sense of community," noting that newcomers are welcomed with a flower or plant and that there is a neighbourhood app. The village has a shopping gallery with various shops and a library.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any details about the garden, garage, or installations. As a result, the layout and features of the home cannot be described. The available information is limited to the living area, plot size, year of construction, and energy label.





