Zuiddijk 3
Herkingen buitengebied, Goeree-Overflakkee
A spacious home in the countryside
Zuiddijk 3 sits in the rural outskirts of Herkingen, a small village on the island of Goeree-Overflakkee. This is a place where the pace of life slows down, surrounded by farmland and open skies. The asking price of €1,350,000 is on the high side compared to the average asking price for detached houses in Goeree-Overflakkee. This listing does not state the energy label, so you cannot tell from the listing how energy-efficient the home is.
The house itself
Built in 1987, this detached house offers 7 rooms, including 5 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 3 floors. The living area is 480 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 469 m². The plot measures 4,035 m², with a rear garden of 2,896 m² facing east. The agent mentions roof insulation and double glazing, and the home is heated with a central heating boiler, partly with underfloor heating, plus a wood stove.
Life in Herkingen buitengebied
Herkingen buitengebied is a quiet corner of the island, with around 160 residents. Most homes here are owner-occupied, and the average household size is 2.8 people. Residents across the municipality of Goeree-Overflakkee give their living environment an average score of 7.6, based on 30 reviews. One resident says: "It's fine, not very special but nice and quiet. Unfortunately, there isn't much for young people here." Another adds: "Nice people you can ask anything." The neighbourhood is part of the Herkingen buitengebied neighbourhood, where 5 crimes were recorded in the most recent figures.
Amenities and transport
The nearest supermarket, a Coop, is a ten-minute walk away, with a SPAR a couple of streets further. Primary schools nearby include Pr Johan Friso and Prins Maurits, both within a short drive. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Dirksland and the BENU Apotheek Dirksland are both around a five-minute drive, as is the Van Weel-Bethesda Ziekenhuis. Bus line 135 stops at Herkingen, Wellestrijpsedijk, just around the corner. The nearest train station is 38.9 km away, so a car is essential for most journeys. This is all part of the municipality of Goeree-Overflakkee. The address does have risk indications at area level. The noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is medium, with clay soil that is sensitive to settling, and 3% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is low, while the flood risk is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Van Alphen Makelaardij.
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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 Zuiddijk 3, Herkingen
What is the asking price for this detached house?
The asking price is €1,350,000. This is on the high side compared to the average asking price for detached houses in the municipality of Goeree-Overflakkee. The price per square metre is €2,812, based on the agent's listed living area of 480 m².
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the house have?
The house has 7 rooms in total, including 5 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 3 floors. The living area is 480 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 469 m². The plot measures 4,035 m².
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is separate from the asking price, but in this case no figure has been published.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and 3% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an indication at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are closest to Zuiddijk 3?
The nearest supermarket is a Coop, about 3.1 km away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. A SPAR is about 4.1 km away, and an Albert Heijn is about 5.1 km away. There are two supermarkets within 5 km of the address.
What is the neighbourhood of Herkingen buitengebied like?
Herkingen buitengebied is a rural area with about 160 residents. Most homes are owner-occupied, and the average household size is 2.8 people. Residents across the municipality give their living environment an average score of 7.6 out of 10, based on 30 reviews.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The agent has not published this field.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Bus line 135 stops at Herkingen, Wellestrijpsedijk, about 882 metres away. There are also stops at Herkingen, Tuindorp and Herkingen, Haven, all on the same line. The nearest train station is 38.9 km away.
What is the garden like at this property?
The plot measures 4,035 m², with a rear garden of 2,896 m² facing east. The garden is a significant part of the property, offering plenty of outdoor space around the house.
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €1,350,000 is on the high side compared to the average asking price for detached houses in the municipality of Goeree-Overflakkee. This comparison is based on the neighbourhood housing market data.





