A detached home in the heart of Waddinxveen
This detached house on Kerkweg-Oost 155 sits in the Centrum neighbourhood of Waddinxveen, a spot where the town's daily life unfolds around you. Built in 1925, the home carries a century of character, and with an energy label B, it balances old charm with a reasonably modern efficiency. The asking price of €689,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes in at €584,444. For a sense of what else is available, you can compare with other detached houses in Waddinxveen.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the house offers five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 132 m² in the agent's particulars, while the BAG registration records 182 m². The plot measures 317 m². Outside, there is a garden around the house, with a rear garden of 184 m² facing southwest and accessible via the back, plus a front and side garden. A roof terrace adds an outdoor space above. The home has roof insulation, double glazing, HR glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered in full ownership.
The Centrum neighbourhood
Centrum is where Waddinxveen's centre comes to life, and residents give the wider district a score of 7.79 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident recalls: "The neighbourhood used to be a very nice neighbourhood, but an awful lot has changed. Maintenance work is being carried out on the houses at the moment, but unfortunately the neighbourhood is deteriorating more and more." Another offers a different view: "Great neighbourhood, little crime. The community is good among themselves but there is little that is organised by the neighbourhood." A third simply says: "Many lovely people and especially many fun things." The district has around 1,605 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, see the Centrum neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Jumbo and Lidl a couple of streets away. For school runs, Basisschool Theo Thijssen is a five-minute walk, and Coenecoop College for secondary education is about 639 metres. The GP practice Medisch Centrum West and BENU Apotheek De Stuurman are both within a short walk. Public transport is close: bus stops at Winkelcentrum Gouweplein and Station, served by lines 175 and 382, are just around the corner, and Waddinxveen train station is 331 metres away. The wider area is part of the municipality of Waddinxveen.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €519,000. The asking price sits 33% above this value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value rose by 91%, from €272,000 to €519,000. As for the address itself, public data indicates the noise level from road traffic is 70 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is elevated, and the soil is peat, with notes suggesting possible wooden piles or shallow foundations given the 1925 construction. These are area-level indications from public sources, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate risk for pluvial flooding is medium, as is the current flood risk, with a low risk projected for 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Dupree Makelaars Waddinxveen and their listing on Funda.
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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-Oost 155, Waddinxveen
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €689,000 is 18% above the average asking price in the Centrum neighbourhood, which is €584,444. The price per square metre, based on the agent's living area of 132 m², is €5,220, which is 12% above the neighbourhood average of €4,656 per m². The price verdict is that it is on the high side compared with the local market.
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 132 m² in the agent's particulars, while the BAG registration records 182 m². The plot measures 317 m². There is a garden around the house, with a rear garden of 184 m² facing southwest, plus a roof terrace.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €519,000. The asking price of €689,000 is 33% above this value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 91%, from €272,000 to €519,000. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Public data indicates that the noise level from road traffic at this address is 70 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 25 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 38 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications from public sources, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to public data. The soil is peat, and the home was built in 1925, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 71% of buildings were constructed before 1970, and 1% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 431 metres, which is just around the corner. Jumbo and Lidl are both at 561 metres, a couple of streets away. There is also another Albert Heijn at 639 metres and a SPAR express at 977 metres. Within a five-kilometre radius, there are 25 supermarkets in total.
Which schools are close to this home?
Basisschool Theo Thijssen, a primary school, is 232 metres away, about a five-minute walk. Coenecoop College, a secondary school, is 639 metres away. Other primary schools within a short distance include Koning Willem-Alexander-school at 746 metres and Basisschool De Regenboog at 766 metres. In total, there are 50 schools within five kilometres.
How is the public transport connection from here?
The nearest bus stop is Waddinxveen, Winkelcentrum Gouweplein, at 244 metres, served by lines 175 and 382. The bus stop at Waddinxveen Station is 291 metres away, also with lines 175 and 382. Waddinxveen train station is 331 metres away, so rail connections are within a short walk.
What do residents say about the area?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.79 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "The neighbourhood used to be a very nice neighbourhood, but an awful lot has changed." Another says: "Great neighbourhood, little crime." A third mentions: "Many lovely people and especially many fun things." These reviews reflect the wider district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
