Homes for sale in Plaswijck, Gouda

What does a home in Plaswijck cost?

Plaswijck is a neighbourhood where the majority of homes are owner-occupied: 58% are owner-occupied homes, 42% are rented. The average WOZ value is €339,000, which is slightly higher than the Gouda average of €323,000. Looking at actual sale prices over the past year, the average is €423,635 for a home averaging 103 m². The range varies from approximately €285,000 to €555,000, showing that both compact apartments and more spacious single-family homes change hands. A total of 37 homes were sold. The supply mainly consists of terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1960s to the 1980s, supplemented by a number of flats and newer apartments. At the top of this page, you can see the current supply and the average asking price for the most recent situation.

Living in Plaswijck: cosy, green and easily accessible

Plaswijck is one of the larger neighbourhoods of Gouda, with over 12,400 residents. It is a neighbourhood that has grown steadily over the decades and therefore has a varied streetscape. You will find quiet residential streets with front gardens, parks and playgrounds, but also busier areas along the Bodegraafsestraatweg. Resident Mandy sums it up succinctly on Buurtje.nl: "I think it's a cosy and nice neighbourhood where I feel very safe." The neighbourhood scores 8.6 out of 10 based on resident reviews, with notably high scores for accessibility (10.0), safety (9.0) and amenities (9.0). More reviews and detailed neighbourhood data can be found on the page about Plaswijck.

In terms of amenities, you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. Along the Bodegraafsestraatweg and in shopping centre De Mammoet (in the De Mammoet neighbourhood of the same name) you will find supermarkets, a pharmacy, a GP practice and various specialist shops. For primary education, there are several schools in the neighbourhood, including De Ark and De Gondelier. Plaswijckpark, the well-known city park with a petting zoo and playgrounds, borders directly on the neighbourhood and is a pleasant place for families. Sports enthusiasts can go to tennis club Plaswijck or swimming pool De Tobbe, which is within cycling distance.

Accessibility is one of the strongest points. Gouda Goverwelle station is a few minutes' cycle away and offers direct trains to The Hague, Rotterdam and Utrecht. By car, via the N457 you are quickly on the A12 towards The Hague or Utrecht. Several bus lines (including lines 1 and 2 of Arriva) connect the neighbourhood with the centre of Gouda and surrounding towns. The neighbourhood consists of several sub-neighbourhoods, each with its own character: from the green Grassen- Waterbuurt to the more urban Lusten- Burgen- en Steinenbuurt. Those who want to compare the atmosphere of the entire municipality can also look at Bloemendaal or the Binnenstad.

Is Plaswijck right for you as a buyer?

With a large group of over-65s (3,575 residents) and many single-person households, Plaswijck is not exclusively a family neighbourhood, although there are certainly enough families. The neighbourhood is interesting for those moving up who want space without leaving the city, and for seniors who want amenities within walking distance. First-time buyers should take into account an average purchase price above four hundred thousand euros. Overbidding occurs, especially for the more popular terraced houses. Don't forget the additional costs: transfer tax (2%), notary and valuation costs quickly add up. For those who find buying a home in Plaswijck (not yet) feasible, they can also look at rental homes in Plaswijck as an alternative. Buying an apartment in Plaswijck is generally cheaper than a single-family home and can be a good entry point.

Searching for owner-occupied homes in Plaswijck

On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you look beyond just the home itself. Compare Plaswijck with other Gouda neighbourhoods such as Noord or the Kort Haarlem neighbourhood, or view the broader overview of owner-occupied homes in Gouda. More information about municipal plans and zoning plans can be found on the website of the municipality of Gouda.