Kaaidijk 2
Herkingen woonkern, Goeree-Overflakkee
AreaA quiet spot in Herkingen
Kaaidijk 2 sits on a quiet road with an open setting, right in the heart of Herkingen woonkern. This detached house from 1910 has a classic character that fits the village atmosphere. The asking price of €390,000 is in line with the market, sitting 20% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €490,429. For context, detached houses in Goeree-Overflakkee typically command a premium, so this one stands out for its more accessible entry point.
The home itself
Inside, the house offers four rooms including three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors, with a volume of 353 m³. The living area is listed at 87 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 104 m². The plot measures 350 m² according to both sources. There is a front and rear garden totalling 191 m², facing southeast. The agent notes double glazing and floor insulation, a central heating boiler, and full ownership. The energy label is G, the least efficient label, so expect higher heating costs.
Life in Herkingen woonkern
Herkingen woonkern is a compact village community with around 1,055 residents, where a quarter of the population is 65 or older. Across the municipality of Goeree-Overflakkee, residents give an average score of 7.6 based on 30 reviews. One resident says: "It's fine, not very special but nice and quiet. Unfortunately, there isn't much for young people here." Another adds: "Nice people you can ask anything." The village has a small-scale feel, with most homes being owner-occupied. The Herkingen woonkern neighbourhood offers a peaceful pace of life.
Amenities and transport
The Coop supermarket is a couple of streets away, roughly 4.4 km from the house. Primary school Pr Johan Friso is just around the corner, while the nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Dirksland, is about 4.2 km away in Dirksland. The BENU Apotheek Dirksland and Van Weel-Bethesda Ziekenhuis are both around 4.3 to 4.6 km distant. Bus line 135 stops at Herkingen, Haven on your doorstep, with additional stops a short walk away. The nearest train station is 39.1 km off, so a car is essential for longer journeys. The municipality of Goeree-Overflakkee covers a wide rural area.
WOZ and address data
The road traffic noise level here is 48 dB Lden, which stays below the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is medium, an area-level assessment noting the house was built in 1910 on clay soil, possibly with wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 59% of properties predate 1970, and 2% have an elevated pile-rot risk according to the Klimaateffectatlas. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while current flood risk is low, rising to low in 2050. Heat stress is currently low 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 Struijk & Struijk Makelaardij and listings on Funda and Huispedia.
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About Kaaidijk 2, Herkingen
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €390,000 is 20% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €490,429, which puts it in line with the market according to the precomputed comparison. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €3,887, while this home is listed at €4,483 per m² based on the agent's floor area of 87 m².
What is the layout of this detached house?
The house has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The volume is 353 m³. The agent lists the living area at 87 m², while the BAG registration records 104 m². The plot measures 350 m², with a front and rear garden of 191 m² facing southeast.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you should expect higher energy costs to heat and power the home. The agent does note that the house has double glazing and floor insulation, which are separate facts from the label itself.
What are the foundation risks for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data. The house was built in 1910 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 59% of properties were built before 1970, and 2% have an elevated pile-rot risk according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are within easy reach?
The Coop supermarket is about 4.4 km away, and primary school Pr Johan Friso is just 385 m from the house. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Dirksland, is 4.2 km away, with the BENU Apotheek Dirksland at 4.4 km and Van Weel-Bethesda Ziekenhuis at 4.6 km. Bus line 135 stops at Herkingen, Haven just 76 m away.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Herkingen woonkern has around 1,055 residents, with 27% aged 65 or older. Across the municipality of Goeree-Overflakkee, residents give an average score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 30 reviews. One resident describes it as "nice and quiet" but notes there isn't much for young people. Another mentions "nice people you can ask anything."
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 39.1 km from the property. This means the house is not well served by rail, and a car is practically necessary for commuting or longer trips. The bus network provides local connections via line 135, but for rail travel you would need to drive to the station.
What flood and climate risks apply to this address?
Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and remains low in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public risk data, not an assessment of this specific property.
