A striking home in the green heart of Berkenwoude
This detached house on Kerkweg 77B sits on the edge of the village, with open views over the surrounding countryside. Berkenwoude is a small, tight-knit community in the Krimpenerwaard, a region of meadows and waterways. The asking price of €1,100,000 is on the high side, which is precomputed against the neighbourhood average asking price. For context, the average asking price for detached houses in Krimpenerwaard is €812,700, so this home sits well above that figure.
Inside the home
Built in 2007, this detached house offers 7 rooms, including 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 261 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 211 m². Similarly, the plot is 765 m² per the BAG registration, but the agent states 1,486 m². The home has a garden around the house, an attached brick garage, and a roof terrace. According to the agent, the property is fully insulated, with roof, wall, and floor insulation, and is heated by a combination of a central heating boiler, a gas fireplace, partial underfloor heating, and a heat pump. The home is freehold, so you own the land and the building outright.
Life in Berkenwoude
Berkenwoude is a village where people know each other and lend a hand, without being intrusive. Residents across the municipality of Krimpenerwaard give their living environment an average score of 7.37, based on 11 reviews. One resident, who has lived there for 42 years, says: "Have lived there with full satisfaction!" Another notes: "The neighbourhood was always good! But a lot of people are moving away, so we'll have to wait and see what the future brings." The village has a lively shopping street with specialist shops, often run by the same families for generations, and regular fairs and events. The population is around 1,450, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, see the Berkenwoude neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
The nearest primary school, Chr Basisschool De Wegwijzer, is just around the corner, and obs De Polsstok is a couple of streets away. For groceries, Boon's Markt is about a ten-minute walk, while Albert Heijn and Aldi are a bit further. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk E. Oostendorp in Gouderak, and the pharmacy is Apotheek Moordrecht. Bus line 725 stops at Berkenwoude, Kerkweg, just around the corner, and the nearest train station is Nieuwerkerk a/d IJssel, about 5.9 km away. The municipality of Krimpenerwaard offers a rural setting with villages and waterways, as described on the municipality of Krimpenerwaard.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €1,060,000. The asking price is 4% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 88%, from €565,000 to €1,060,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the guideline, while aircraft noise is 33 dB Lden, below the guideline. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling, and 35% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is low, the current flood risk is elevated, and by 2050 it is medium.
Source
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Bij Viavesta Woningmakelaardij.
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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.
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About Kerkweg 77B, Berkenwoude
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €1,100,000 is 35% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €812,700. This comparison is based on the current listings in the area. The price per square metre, based on the agent's floor area, is €5,213, which is also above the neighbourhood average of €4,103 per m². The price verdict is that this home is on the high side relative to the local market.
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, this detached house has 7 rooms, including 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 261 m² in the BAG registration, while the agent states 211 m². The plot is 765 m² per the BAG registration, but the agent lists 1,486 m². The home has a garden around the house, an attached brick garage, and a roof terrace.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €1,060,000. The asking price is 4% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 88%, from €565,000 in 2020 to €1,060,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What are the foundation risks for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. However, the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling, and 35% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The current flood risk is elevated, and by 2050 it is medium, while pluvial flooding risk is low.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest primary school, Chr Basisschool De Wegwijzer, is about 622 metres away, and obs De Polsstok is 666 metres away. For groceries, Boon's Markt is about 4.2 km away, while Albert Heijn and Aldi are about 4.6 km. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk E. Oostendorp in Gouderak, about 4.1 km away, and the pharmacy is Apotheek Moordrecht, about 4.6 km away.
What is public transport like from this home?
Bus line 725 stops at Berkenwoude, Kerkweg, about 212 metres away, and also at Berkenwoude, Dorp, about 830 metres away. The nearest train station is Nieuwerkerk a/d IJssel, about 5.9 km away. This gives you options for getting around the region, though the village itself is quiet and rural.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Berkenwoude is a small village with around 1,450 residents. Residents across the municipality of Krimpenerwaard give their living environment an average score of 7.37, based on 11 reviews. One resident, who has lived there for 42 years, says: "Have lived there with full satisfaction!" Another notes that the neighbourhood was always good, but many people are moving away. The village has a lively shopping street with specialist shops and regular events.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this home is A, which is an efficient label. According to the agent, the home is fully insulated, with roof, wall, and floor insulation. It is heated by a central heating boiler, a gas fireplace, partial underfloor heating, and a heat pump. This combination suggests the home is designed to be energy-efficient, though the label itself is a general indication.
