Eerste Stationsstraat 88
Schildersbuurt, Zoetermeer
AreaA grand villa on the edge of Dorp
This detached villa on Eerste Stationsstraat 88 sits in the Dorp neighbourhood of Zoetermeer, a stone's throw from the historic centre. With its 1924 origins and a living area of around 205 square metres, it is a substantial home with plenty of character. The asking price of €1,095,000 is on the high side, especially compared with the average asking price of €422,109 for homes currently on the market in this neighbourhood. In fact, it is the most expensive of the 23 homes for sale in Dorp right now, and it is also the largest, with a floor area 141% above the neighbourhood average. For context, detached houses in Zoetermeer typically command a premium, but this price still stands out.
Inside the villa
According to the agent, this villa offers seven rooms, including five bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over three floors. The total volume is 793 cubic metres, and the home sits on a plot of 511 square metres with a garden that wraps around the property. It is a freehold property, so you own the land outright. The agent mentions that the home has roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The living area is listed as 205 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 203 square metres, a minor difference that does not affect the overall impression.
Life in Dorp
Dorp is one of the older parts of Zoetermeer, and it has a mixed character. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 6.69 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident describes it as a "super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants", while another notes that it is "quite nice to live here", though they mention some nuisance from "aggressive vagrants and smoking youths who rummage through bins". A third review, about the nearby Palenstein area, talks about a neighbourhood in transformation, with modernisation and greenery taking centre stage. The neighbourhood itself has around 5,100 inhabitants, and about 43% of households are single-person households. The crime figure for the area is 224 incidents in total, which you can interpret as you see fit. The Dorp neighbourhood has a mix of old and newer housing, with many homes built between 1945 and 1970.
Amenities and transport
Daily life is well catered for here. The nearest supermarket, Ekoplaza, is just around the corner, and Hoogvliet and Aldi are a couple of streets away. For primary education, Basisschool De Vijverburgh and Katholieke basisschool De Paulusschool are both a five-minute walk, while Praktijkcollege Zoetermeer for secondary education is even closer. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Palenstein, Huisartsenpraktijk Klooster, about a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy, Service Apotheek Wilderink, is on your doorstep. For public transport, tram stop Dorp with line 3 is a five-minute walk, and the nearest train station, Zoetermeer Oost, is also within walking distance. The municipality of Zoetermeer offers further amenities and connections. However, the address risk data provides some indications at area level. The noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are both 31 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the fact that the home was built in 1924 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation, and the area is a KCAF attention zone. The climate risk indications are low for pluvial flooding and current flood risk, but medium for heat stress by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Elferink NVM Makelaardij, who lists it on Funda and Huispedia.
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About Eerste Stationsstraat 88, Zoetermeer
What is the asking price of this villa?
The asking price is €1,095,000. This is the highest asking price among the 23 homes currently for sale in the Dorp neighbourhood, and it is 159% above the average asking price of €422,109 in this neighbourhood. The price per square metre is €5,341, based on the agent's listed living area of 205 square metres.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
According to the agent, this detached villa has seven rooms in total, including five bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 205 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 203 square metres. The plot size is 511 square metres, and the home has a garden that wraps around the property.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The agent also mentions that the home has roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, which can help keep energy usage down. The exact energy costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not always available in listings. Without it, we cannot compare the asking price to the WOZ value or show how the value has developed over the past five years.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 31 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on data from Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is medium. This is based on the fact that the home was built in 1924 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The area is also a KCAF attention zone, with 100% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the climate risks for this area?
The climate risk indications for this address are low for pluvial flooding and current flood risk, and low for heat stress currently, but medium for heat stress by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, meaning they describe the broader area rather than this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Ekoplaza, just around the corner at about 358 metres. Hoogvliet is about 508 metres away, and Aldi is about 612 metres away. There are also two more supermarkets within a kilometre: another Hoogvliet at 817 metres and Dirk at 1,053 metres. So you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this home?
For primary education, Basisschool De Vijverburgh and Katholieke basisschool De Paulusschool are both about 362 metres away, a five-minute walk. De Jacobsvlinder is about 652 metres away. For secondary education, Praktijkcollege Zoetermeer is about 303 metres away, and Picasso Lyceum is about 766 metres away.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest tram stop is Dorp, about 450 metres away, served by line 3. There is also tram stop Delftsewallen at 658 metres, also line 3. The nearest bus stop is Station Zoetermeer Oost, about 696 metres away, served by bus line 170. The nearest train station is Zoetermeer Oost, about 667 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Dorp neighbourhood has around 5,100 inhabitants. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 6.69 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident calls it a "super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants", while another mentions some nuisance from vagrants and youths. The neighbourhood has a mix of housing, with many homes built between 1945 and 1970.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
This listing does not state the WOZ value. As a result, we cannot provide a comparison with the asking price or show the historical development of the value. The other property details, such as the number of rooms, floor area, and energy label, are all stated in the listing.
