A grand family home in the heart of Alblasserdam
This semi-detached house on Cortgene 33 sits in the middle of Alblasserdam, in a residential street that feels calm and established. Built in 1920, it has a classic presence with plenty of space inside and out. The asking price is €675,000. For context, there are currently no other semi-detached homes for sale in the municipality, though five were sold recently at an average of €601,800. If you're weighing up your options, it's worth comparing with other semi-detached houses in Alblasserdam.
Inside the house
The agent describes a spacious family home with seven rooms, six bedrooms and two bathrooms spread over four floors. The living area is listed at 169 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 180 m². The plot measures 270 m² according to both sources. There's a north-facing back garden of 192 m², and the home is heated by a central heating boiler. The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The house is set in the centre, within a residential area, and has been listed since 5 November 2026.
The Cortgene neighbourhood
Cortgene is a small, settled neighbourhood with around 975 residents, and it feels like a place where people know each other without being in each other's pockets. Residents across the municipality of Alblasserdam give their living environment an average score of 8.17 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "We're not a neighbourhood where people pop round for tea, but it's very nice to live here and I never feel unsafe, not even when I used to walk the dog late at night." Another adds: "Cosy neighbourhood, social but not over the top. Nice living here. Happy with the nature, peace, space." The reviews mention a neighbourhood app for safety and occasional BBQs, and the area is described as kept tidy. About 30% of residents are 65 or older, which gives the streets a quiet, mature character. For more on the area, see the Cortgene neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with Lidl just around the corner and Dirk a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Christelijk IKC De Twijn and IKC Het Palet. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Damdokters, a couple of streets away, and the pharmacy Apotheek DOK 11 is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus line 489 stops at Alblasserdam, Dam, just around the corner, and lines 416 and 489 serve Alblasserdam, Makado, a few minutes' walk away. The nearest train station is Zwijndrecht, about 5.3 km from the home. The municipality of Alblasserdam itself offers a range of amenities and services, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Alblasserdam.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was set at €465,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 45% above this value, according to the precomputed comparison. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value rose by 45%, from €320,000 to €465,000. As for the address itself, the area-level risk data indicates elevated foundation risk, with notes that the home was built in 1920 on clay soil, possibly with wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the guideline, while rail, air and industry noise are all below their respective norms. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, and current flood risk is also elevated, though the 2050 projection is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Steef! Makelaars and their listings on Pararius and Vastgoed Nederland.
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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 Cortgene 33, Alblasserdam
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €675,000 is 45% above the WOZ value of €465,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply any judgement about whether the price is fair. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value, and it can lag behind actual market conditions.
What is the layout of this semi-detached house?
According to the agent, the home has seven rooms, including six bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over four floors. The living area is listed at 169 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 180 m². The plot measures 270 m². There is a north-facing back garden of 192 m², and the home is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not tell you about the condition of the insulation or installations, only the official energy performance rating. If you want to know more about the actual insulation, you would need to check the property details or ask the seller.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The area-level risk data indicates an elevated foundation risk for this address. The notes mention that the home was built in 1920 on clay soil, which could mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 81% of properties were built before 1970, and 2% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The area-level data shows road traffic noise at 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch guideline. Rail noise is 7 dB Lden, air traffic noise is 30 dB Lden, and industrial noise is 46 dB Lden, all below their respective norms. These figures come from public data and are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is just 168 metres away, so it's on your doorstep. Lidl is 320 metres away, and Dirk is 368 metres away, both within a short walk. There are also PLUS and Coop supermarkets within about 1.2 km. In total, there are 32 supermarkets within 5 km of the home, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this home?
There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk. Christelijk IKC De Twijn is 489 metres away, IKC Het Palet is 528 metres away, and Christelijk IKC De Schalm is also 528 metres away. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 4.8 km away, which may require a longer commute or a bike ride.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Alblasserdam, Dam, 276 metres away, served by line 489. Alblasserdam, Makado, 352 metres away, is served by lines 416 and 489. The nearest train station is Zwijndrecht, about 5.3 km from the home, which you can reach by bus or bike. No travel times or destinations are specified in the data.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 45%, from €320,000 to €465,000. The reference date for the current value is 1 January 2025. This development is precomputed from the municipal data and shows a steady rise, though the value dipped slightly in 2024 before rising again in 2025.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Alblasserdam give their living environment an average score of 8.17 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "We're not a neighbourhood where people pop round for tea, but it's very nice to live here and I never feel unsafe." Another says: "Cosy neighbourhood, social but not over the top." The reviews mention a neighbourhood app for safety and occasional BBQs, and the area is described as kept tidy.
