A country home with history
Tucked away in the rural outskirts of Sleeuwijk, this detached house from 1880 sits on a generous plot with a sheltered position and open views. The asking price is €895,000. For context, the average asking price for detached houses in Altena reflects the wider market, but this home stands out for its age and size.
The home itself
According to the agent, the house offers 281 m² of living space across two floors, with seven rooms, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The BAG registration records 264 m², so the figures differ depending on the source. The property includes a garden around the house, a carport and a roof terrace. The agent mentions roof insulation, partial double glazing and floor insulation, as well as a central heating boiler with the possibility for an open fireplace and a heat pump. It is freehold ownership. The energy label is D, which means moderate energy costs can be expected.
Life in Buitengebied Sleeuwijk
This is a quiet corner of the municipality, where residents describe a village feel with friendly, helpful neighbours. One resident says: "Beautiful neighbourhood, quiet but with super friendly people, really gives you that village feel." Another notes: "A quiet neighbourhood with an active neighbourhood association. Mainly elderly residents and families." Across the municipality of Altena, residents give an average score of 7.61 based on 17 reviews. The neighbourhood itself has around 345 inhabitants, with a mix of families and older residents. It feels like the traditional Netherlands, as one reviewer put it. For more on the area, see the Buitengebied Sleeuwijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily essentials are a short drive away. Albert Heijn and MCD are both about two kilometres from the home, with Aldi a bit further. Primary schools nearby include Het Baken and OBS 'Het Tweespan', locatie Schelluinen. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk Neeteson in Werkendam, and the pharmacy Apotheek de Buurt is in Hardinxveld-Giessendam. For public transport, bus line 6 stops at Gorinchem, Damen Shipyards, about 1.7 km away, and bus lines 74 and 706 stop at Schelluinen N216. The nearest train station is Boven-Hardinxveld, roughly three kilometres away. The wider area falls under the municipality of Altena.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was €757,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 18% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 60%, from €472,000 to €757,000. As for address-level risks, the road traffic noise is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise is 32 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the 1880 construction on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, and flood risk is medium for both the current situation and 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Het Betere Boerenerf, makelaars in woonboerderijen.
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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 Kerkeinde 66, Sleeuwijk
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €895,000 is 18% above the WOZ value of €757,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The difference is a factual comparison, and what it means for the eventual sale price depends on the market.
What is the living area of this home?
The agent lists the living area as 281 m², while the BAG registration records 264 m². Both figures are provided, and the difference is not explained. The plot also differs: the agent states 803 m², while the BAG registration gives 379 m². The price per m² of €3,185 is based on the agent's listing.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is not the most efficient label, so energy costs are likely to be moderate. The agent mentions roof insulation, partial double glazing and floor insulation. The label itself does not indicate the condition of the construction, only the energy performance.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the house being built in 1880 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The KCAF attention area notes that 42% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970.
What are the flood risks for this property?
The pluvial flooding risk is elevated, meaning that at heavy rain there is a higher chance of water on the street or garden. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is medium for both the current situation and for 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a guarantee for this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarkets are Albert Heijn and MCD, both about two kilometres away. Aldi is about 2.4 kilometres from the home. These are within a short drive, and the village centre of Sleeuwijk is also within walking distance according to residents.
What schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is Het Baken, about 1.7 km away, followed by OBS 'Het Tweespan', locatie Schelluinen at 2.2 km. There are several other primary schools within 2.5 km, including Protestant Christelijke Basisschool De Morgenster. Secondary education is about 3.5 km away.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Gorinchem, Damen Shipyards, about 1.7 km away, served by bus line 6. Bus lines 74 and 706 stop at Schelluinen N216, about 1.8 km away. The nearest train station is Boven-Hardinxveld, about 3.1 km from the home.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the municipality of Altena give an average score of 7.61 out of 10, based on 17 reviews. One resident says: "Beautiful neighbourhood, quiet but with super friendly people, really gives you that village feel." Another notes: "A quiet neighbourhood with an active neighbourhood association. Mainly elderly residents and families."
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 60%, from €472,000 to €757,000. The value rose steadily each year, with a slight dip in 2023. This development is based on municipal valuations and does not necessarily reflect the current market value.
