Waterland 89

The asking price is 148% above the average asking price in Bolnes (€564,657) and is the highest of the 23 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. However, this home is also much larger than average: 296 m² versus 134 m². The price per square metre works out at about €4,724, which is above the neighbourhood average of €4,236. Whether it is fair depends on how you value the extra space and the detached character.

Bolnes is a quiet, residential neighbourhood in Ridderkerk. One resident says: 'I think it's a nice neighbourhood, it's nice and quiet.' The area has a mix of families and older residents, with many single-person households. It is not a bustling city centre but a calm place to live, with a park and basic amenities within walking distance.

This home has an energy label A, which means it is very energy efficient. You can expect relatively low energy costs compared to older homes. In Bolnes, 37.5% of homes have label A and 8.3% have label A+ or better, so this home is in the top tier for efficiency.

There are several primary schools within walking distance. Openbare Basisschool De Bosweide is about 322 metres away, Christelijke Basisschool de Fontein is 338 metres, and De Barkentijn is 433 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 2.6 km away.

The nearest train station is 5 km from the home. That is about a ten-minute drive or a longer cycle. The area is more car-dependent for rail travel.

Hoogvliet is just 416 metres away, Dirk is 499 metres, and Lidl is 614 metres. All three are within a five- to ten-minute walk, so daily shopping is very convenient.

With 296 m² of living space, five bedrooms (implied by the size and type), and a 538 m² plot, there is plenty of room for a family. The neighbourhood is quiet and has many families with children. Several primary schools are within walking distance, and there is a park nearby.