Terraced houses for sale in Lansingerland

Terraced houses in Lansingerland: what you need to know beforehand

Lansingerland is not your average commuter municipality. The three cores Bergschenhoek, Berkel en Rodenrijs and Bleiswijk have expanded considerably in recent decades, meaning a large part of the housing stock is relatively new. Terraced houses form the backbone of those expansion neighbourhoods: rows of semi-detached and terraced houses from the 1990s well into the 2010s and 2020s. The supply is therefore fairly homogeneous in construction, but varies greatly in finish and state of maintenance.

The municipality is owner-occupied dominant. If you are looking for a terraced house to rent, you will find little choice. If you buy, you are in the upper middle segment of the region. Current numbers and price levels can be found in the overview of all owner-occupied homes in Lansingerland at the top of this page.

Buying a terraced house in Lansingerland attracts both young families and movers. The location between Rotterdam and The Hague, with a direct metro connection via RandstadRail, makes it attractive for commuters who want space without living in the city itself.

Why the market here leaves little room for hesitation

The supply of terraced houses in Lansingerland is limited. New construction partially fills the gap, but existing homes do not change hands quickly in this municipality. This has practical consequences for how you approach your search.

Concrete tips for those actively searching:

• Set up search alerts on multiple platforms simultaneously. Homes disappear quickly from the supply here. If you wait a day, you miss the viewing.
• Use the free Buurtje.nl app. You will receive push notifications as soon as a new terraced house appears that meets your criteria. You can download it via the App Store or Google Play, and the app is completely free.
• Obtain a mortgage certificate in advance. Sellers in Lansingerland often work with multiple bids. A signed certificate strengthens your position.
• Pay attention to the HOA status for corner houses offered as terraced houses. Sometimes there is an active HOA for shared elements such as fences or driveways. Check this in the sales deed.
• Check the foundation for homes from the 1990s. Part of the expansion neighbourhoods were built on peaty soil. If in doubt, have a foundation report drawn up; this is not a luxury but a necessity.
• Ask about the energy label and insulation history. Older terraced houses from the first expansion phase sometimes still have single glazing or insufficient roof insulation. This affects both monthly costs and future marketability.
• Calculate with 2% transfer tax for owner-occupation. For a terraced house as an investment, a higher rate applies. Make sure this is included in your financing.

What determines the price of a terraced house in Lansingerland

Lansingerland is in the upper middle segment of the region. This has several causes. The municipality has a relatively high average income, good schools and an attractive location for commuters to Rotterdam and The Hague. Terraced houses benefit from this.

Factors that drive up the price:

• Location near a RandstadRail stop
• Energy label A or better
• Extended ground floor or dormer window
• Large south-facing back garden
• Neighbourhood with high resident score

Factors that lower the price:

• Outdated kitchen or bathroom without recent renovation
• Location on a busy access road
• Deferred maintenance on roof or facade

Banks look more strictly at financing for homes under 40 m². Terraced houses in Lansingerland are usually well above that, but check this for small homes in the older core of Bleiswijk.

Neighbourhoods to watch out for in your search

Not every neighbourhood in Lansingerland is the same. Residents rate their own area, and those scores vary. Below are the neighbourhoods with the highest scores and a brief description.

• De Ackers (9.3/10): Quiet new-build neighbourhood in Bergschenhoek. Many young families, spacious layout, little through traffic.
• Meerpolder (9.1/10): Spacious neighbourhood with water nearby. Good accessibility, valued living environment.
• Noordpolder (7.8/10): Slightly more mixed character, but still well-rated. Handy for those who want to live more centrally.
• Hoekeindse Zoom (7.7/10): On the edge of the municipality, quieter character. Less supply, but stable neighbourhood.
• Boterdorp (7.4/10): Older buildings, more variation in housing type. Interesting for those looking for a renovation project.

More neighbourhood data and resident reviews per neighbourhood can be found on the municipality overview page of Lansingerland.

No suitable supply? Also look at Rotterdam

If you are flexible on location, you can also look at the supply of terraced houses in Rotterdam. The city offers a broader and more varied supply, with neighbourhoods that match the Lansingerland region well in terms of atmosphere and accessibility. Price levels and housing types differ, but for those considering the switch, it is worth comparing both markets.

Are you also open to renting? Then check out the supply of terraced houses for rent in Lansingerland, although that supply is more limited than the owner-occupied market.