Dorp, Zoetermeer
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Irenelaan sits in the lively centre of Zoetermeer, with shops and restaurants just around the corner. With 150 m² of living space and a 325 m² plot, it is a generous home in a sought-after part of town. The asking price of €769,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €429,450, but the home is also 70% larger than the typical home in Dorp. For context, you can compare it with other detached houses in Zoetermeer.
Dorp is the historic core of Zoetermeer, with a village feel despite being in a city. One resident describes it as a "super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants", and that sums it up well. The area is densely built and very urban, with over 5,000 residents. It is a mix of ages: a quarter of residents are under 25, and a quarter are over 65. Many households are singles, but there are also plenty of families with children. The neighbourhood Dorp has a lively, compact character.
For your morning bread, Hoogvliet is on your doorstep, and Aldi and Ekoplaza are just around the corner. Schools are also close by: Basisschool De Vijverburgh and Katholieke basisschool De Paulusschool are both a couple of streets away, and Praktijkcollege Zoetermeer for secondary education is just as near. The municipality Zoetermeer offers all the amenities you need within walking distance.
At the time of writing the home is listed via De Makelaars Jenné | Baars | Jenné and also appears on Funda, so it is available through several channels.
Details of this home
Irenelaan 2, Zoetermeer
Excellent · 1 resident
Super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants
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Data from Dorp
28 within 5 km
65 within 5 km
About Irenelaan 2, Zoetermeer
The asking price is 79% above the average asking price in Dorp (€429,450), but this home is also 70% larger than the average (150 m² vs 88 m²). Detached homes are rare in this neighbourhood, so the price reflects the size and property type. Whether it is fair depends on how you value the extra space and the central location.
Dorp is the historic centre of Zoetermeer, with a village atmosphere. It is very urban, with shops, restaurants and services within walking distance. Residents appreciate the cosy feel and the convenience. The population is diverse in age, and the area is safe, with a crime rate of 224 incidents per year for the whole neighbourhood.
The nearest train station is 1.1 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to reach other cities.
The home has energy label C. This is a common label in the neighbourhood, where 40% of homes have label C. It means the home is reasonably efficient, but not as efficient as newer homes with label A or B.
Yes, several schools are within walking distance. Basisschool De Vijverburgh and Katholieke basisschool De Paulusschool are both about 315 m away, and Praktijkcollege Zoetermeer for secondary education is 261 m away. There are also other primary schools within a few hundred metres.
Hoogvliet is just 216 m away, Aldi 279 m, and Ekoplaza 295 m. So you have a choice of supermarkets within a few minutes' walk.
The listing does not mention a garden, but the plot is 325 m², which is large for a home in this neighbourhood. It is likely that there is outdoor space, but you would need to check the exact layout with the agent.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Dorp