Nieuwstraat 78
Biezen-West, Alphen aan den Rijn
AreaA detached house with character in Boskoop
On a leafy street in Boskoop, this detached house from 1915 stands as a piece of local history. The home has a lived-in feel that comes with age, and the asking price of €400,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average. That verdict is precomputed against the average asking price in the area, which comes to €606,462. For context, detached houses in Alphen aan den Rijn give you a sense of what is on the market in the wider municipality.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the house has four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 110 m² in the agent's details, while the BAG registration records 121 m². The plot measures 132 m² in both sources. There is a garden at the rear facing west, and a roof terrace is present. The property is in full ownership and sits within a residential area. The energy label is E, which means you can expect moderate energy costs for a home of this age.
The Biezen-West neighbourhood
Boskoop is a town with a strong horticultural identity, and the Biezen-West neighbourhood reflects that with its green character. Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident describes the area as a "green and cosy small neighbourhood", mentioning the nearby Bos Park with tennis courts and a petting zoo. Another says: "I grew up there and have always been satisfied. I would never want to leave and have little to complain about." A third resident notes that while there are plenty of supermarkets, "few shops or nightlife options" mean you have to travel to Alphen or larger cities for entertainment. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,210 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered here. The Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. Basisschool De Hortus and the Rehobothschool are both within a short walk, and Coenecoop College for secondary education is also close by. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Kallan and the Boskoopse Apotheek are both a five-minute walk from the home. Bus line 728 stops at Boskoop, Centrum Noord on your doorstep, and the train station Boskoop is a ten-minute walk away. The wider area falls under the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn, which offers further amenities and connections.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property in the records. The address does carry some risk indications that are worth noting as area-level data rather than an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 figures. Railway noise is 14 dB Lden and aircraft noise 29 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, with the home built in 1915 on peat soil, and the area is noted as a KCAF attention zone where 91% of properties date from before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is low, while flood risk is medium both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered only via Houtman & de Vogel Makelaardij.
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About Nieuwstraat 78, Boskoop
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €400,000 is 34% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €606,462. The average asking price per square metre in the area is €4,297, while this home is listed at €3,636 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. The price verdict is described as keen compared with the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, the home has four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 110 m² in the agent's details, while the BAG registration records 121 m². The plot measures 132 m². There is a garden at the rear facing west and a roof terrace is present. The property is in full ownership.
What does the energy label E mean for this home?
The energy label is E, which is not the most efficient label on the scale. For a home built in 1915, this means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient properties. The label reflects the energy performance rating, and the home's age is a separate fact. No insulation details are stated in the listing.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address has road traffic noise measured at 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 14 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 29 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at this specific property.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. The home was built in 1915 on peat soil, and the area is noted as a KCAF attention zone where 91% of properties date from before 1970. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 1% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are near this home?
The Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner at about 259 metres, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away at 449 metres. There are twelve supermarkets within five kilometres, including additional Hoogvliet and Aldi locations. For daily groceries, you have several options within a short walk.
Which schools are close to this property?
Basisschool De Hortus is a five-minute walk away at 319 metres, and the Rehobothschool is at 367 metres. For secondary education, Coenecoop College, locatie Boskoop is at 420 metres. There are 22 schools within five kilometres, covering both primary and secondary education.
How is public transport from this address?
Bus line 728 stops at Boskoop, Centrum Noord on your doorstep at 265 metres, with additional stops at Boskoop, Rozenlaan and Boskoop, Gemeentehuis nearby. The train station Boskoop is a ten-minute walk away at 1,030 metres. The bus line number is 728, and the station provides rail connections.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident describes the area as a "green and cosy small neighbourhood" with the Bos Park nearby. Another says: "I grew up there and have always been satisfied." A third notes that while there are plenty of supermarkets, there are "few shops or nightlife options".
What is the flood risk for this property?
The flood risk for this address is currently medium, and it is expected to remain medium by 2050. Pluvial flooding from heavy rain is rated as low. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
