A rental home on Engelandlaan
This rental home on Engelandlaan sits in the Engelse buurt, a compact neighbourhood in Zoetermeer. This listing does not state a house number, postcode, property type, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €1,600 a month, the rent sits 28% above the neighbourhood average of €1,254, which puts it on the high side for the area. For context, you can compare it with other rental homes in Zoetermeer.
The Engelse buurt
The Engelse buurt is a small neighbourhood with around 735 residents, and it has a distinctly urban feel. Most households are single people, making up 66% of the total, and the average household size is just 1.5. The age spread leans towards adults, with 43% of residents between 25 and 45, while a quarter are 65 or older. Families with children are a smaller presence here, at 12% of households. It is a quiet, residential pocket within the wider Stadscentrum district, and the streets have a calm, everyday character. For more on the area, see the Engelse buurt neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are straightforward from here. The AH XL is just around the corner for a big weekly shop, and Hoogvliet and Aldi are both within a five-minute walk. For school runs, Koningin Wilhelminaschool and IKC Stella Nova are both a short stroll away, while Oranje Nassau College Clauslaan offers secondary education nearby. The train station is about 2.1 km away, which is a manageable distance for commuters. The neighbourhood sits within the municipality of Zoetermeer, where amenities and transport links are well distributed.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Living in Holland. The agent has not published full specifications for the property, so the listing is limited to the street and the rent.
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About Engelandlaan, Zoetermeer
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Living in Holland has published only the street and price on Pararius.
Is €1,600 a fair rent for this home?
The rent is 28% above the neighbourhood average of €1,254, and it is also higher than the maximum of €1,550 seen in recent rental listings in the Engelse buurt. Without a floor area or property type, it is hard to judge value per square metre, but the price is clearly at the top end for the area.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The Engelse buurt is a small, urban neighbourhood with about 735 residents. Most households are single people, and the average household size is 1.5. The population is mostly adults, with a quarter aged 65 or older. It is a quiet, residential area within the Stadscentrum district, with a calm, everyday character.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The AH XL is about 332 metres away, just around the corner. Hoogvliet is at 442 metres and Aldi at 542 metres, so daily groceries are within a short walk. Several other supermarkets are also nearby, giving plenty of choice for everyday shopping.
Are there schools close by?
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. Koningin Wilhelminaschool and IKC Stella Nova are both primary schools around 500-600 metres away. Oranje Nassau College Clauslaan, a secondary school, is about 663 metres from the home, so school runs are manageable on foot.
How far is the train station?
The train station is about 2.1 km from the home. That is a reasonable distance for those who commute by rail, though it is not within immediate walking distance. The exact travel time depends on your route and mode of transport.
