A semi-detached home with a story
This semi-detached house on Gilzeweg 39 sits in the heart of Chaam, a village where life moves at a friendly pace. With its 1915 origins, the home carried a century of character, and the last known asking price of €629,000 was on the high side compared to the average of €539,500 for semi-detached houses in Alphen-Chaam. The plot is a generous 1,253 m², a rare commodity in this market. This home has not been online since 28 September 2026.
Inside the home
The agent described a three-storey home with seven rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. The living area was listed as 117 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 171 m². The property includes a northwest-facing back garden of 825 m², and heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The home is situated in the centre, making it easy to reach local amenities on foot.
Life in Elsakker
Elsakker is a small neighbourhood with about 775 residents, and it feels like a community where people look out for each other. Residents across the municipality of Alphen-Chaam give their living environment an average score of 8.31, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Everyone knows everyone. People look out for each other. It's a cosy, open and accessible neighbourhood." Another notes it's "a nice village with enough amenities and plenty of places to enjoy yourself." The neighbourhood has a group chat where questions and concerns are shared, reflecting a tight-knit feel. With 41% of residents aged 65 or older, it's a place with a mature demographic. For more on the area, see the Elsakker neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: the Coop supermarket is just around the corner, and the Lidl is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Roomskatholieke Basisschool De Driesprong, is on your doorstep, and Het Beekdal is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Nugteren-Meijler is a couple of streets away, though the nearest pharmacy is further afield in Bavel. Bus line 375 stops at Chaam, Dorpsstraat, just around the corner, and the nearest train station is Gilze-Rijen, about 9 km away. The municipality of the municipality of Alphen-Chaam covers this rural area.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property. According to public risk data at the address level, the noise from road traffic is 58 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while aircraft noise is 34 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, based on the sandy soil and the pre-1970 construction year. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, but the current flood risk is low, and heat stress is low now, though it may increase by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Thuiz Makelaardij B.V. and its listings on Vastgoed Nederland.
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About Gilzeweg 39, Chaam
What was the asking price for this semi-detached house?
The asking price was €629,000. This was on the high side compared to the average price of €539,500 for semi-detached houses in the municipality of Alphen-Chaam. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 117 m², was €5,376.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the home have?
According to the agent, the home had seven rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area was listed as 117 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 171 m². The property also includes a back garden of 825 m².
What is the energy label of the home?
The energy label is C. This means the home is not among the most efficient, but it is not the least efficient either. Expect moderate energy costs. The home was built in 1915, so it may have older installations, but the label does not indicate specific structural issues.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value was the municipal valuation, which was used for taxes, and it was not always included in property listings. Without this figure, it was not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public risk data, the road traffic noise is 58 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Aircraft noise is 34 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is low, based on the sandy soil and the fact that the home was built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of the specific property. It suggests that foundation issues are less likely, but it is not a guarantee.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. However, the risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is elevated. This is based on area-level climate data and does not account for the specific drainage of the property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Coop supermarket is just around the corner at about 478 metres, and the Lidl is a couple of streets away at about 521 metres. A Jumbo is further away at about 6 km. For daily groceries, the Coop and Lidl are the most convenient options.
Which schools are in the area?
The nearest primary school is Roomskatholieke Basisschool De Driesprong, about 286 metres away, which is on your doorstep. Het Beekdal is another primary school at about 763 metres, a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 8.7 km away.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Chaam, Dorpsstraat, about 435 metres away, served by bus line 375. Another stop, Chaam, Boterfabriekweg, is at 529 metres with the same line. The nearest train station is Gilze-Rijen, about 9.4 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Elsakker is a small neighbourhood with about 775 residents. Residents across the municipality give their living environment an average score of 8.31. One resident mentions that everyone knows each other and people look out for one another. Another says it's a nice village with enough amenities.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
The listing did not state the WOZ value. This was not uncommon, as the WOZ value was a municipal figure that might not be included in the agent's listing. Other details, such as the exact layout, were provided by the agent and might differ from official registrations.
