Marnixstraat 37
Van Boetzelaerstraat · 2406 VP Alphen Aan Den Rijn
A semi-detached home with a garden in Alphen aan den Rijn
This semi-detached house on Marnixstraat sits in a leafy part of Alphen aan den Rijn, where the streets are quiet and the pace is relaxed. With 119 m² of living space and a 266 m² plot, there's room to spread out. The energy label C means it's reasonably efficient, though you may want to budget for some upgrades over time. At €595,000, the asking price was on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €536,313, but it reflected the larger-than-average plot and the semi-detached typology. For context, semi-detached houses in Alphen aan den Rijn typically command a premium. This home has not been online since 7 July 2026.
Van Boetzelaerstraat: a family-friendly pocket
The neighbourhood Van Boetzelaerstraat is a sought-after residential area with a strong community feel. Based on two reviews, residents are very positive. One says: "I grew up there and have always been satisfied. I would never want to leave and have little to complain about." Another adds: "Lots of play space for children. Primary school around the corner. City centre within walking distance." The neighbourhood is densely built (2,747 addresses per km²) and very urban, yet it feels green and spacious. Most homes are owner-occupied (75%) and single-family (75%), so the area is stable and well-maintained.
Daily life on Marnixstraat
For your morning bread run, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and SPAR express and Hoogvliet are a couple of streets away. Basisschool de Rank is on your doorstep, making the school run a breeze. Secondary schools are a ten-minute bike ride away. The city centre is within walking distance, and a park or public garden is just a couple of streets away for weekend strolls. The municipality Alphen aan den Rijn offers a good balance of urban amenities and green space.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Angela den Hartog makelaardij B.V.
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About Marnixstraat 37, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
Was €595,000 a fair price for this semi-detached house?
The asking price of €595,000 was above the neighbourhood average of €536,313 and the median of €370,000. However, this is a semi-detached home with a generous 266 m² plot, which is larger than typical for the area. Semi-detached houses in Alphen aan den Rijn generally sell for more than the average. Given that similar homes in the neighbourhood sold for an average of €469,395, the price was on the high side but reflected the property's size and type.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Van Boetzelaerstraat is a very urban area (the highest density category) with a strong community feel. Most homes are owner-occupied and single-family. Residents appreciate the quiet streets, play spaces for children, and proximity to the city centre. One resident says: 'Lots of play space for children. Primary school around the corner. City centre within walking distance.' Another mentions they 'would never want to leave.'
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 3.4 km away, which is about a 10-minute bike ride or a short bus trip.
What schools are nearby?
Basisschool de Rank is just 300 metres away, so primary school is within walking distance. Several secondary schools are within 1.6 km, reachable by bike in about 15 minutes. The neighbourhood review mentions that all secondary schools are within 15 minutes by bike.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house of this age (built in 1960). It means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier.
How many homes were for sale in the neighbourhood?
At the time, 16 homes were for sale in the Van Boetzelaerstraat area, with prices ranging from €199,500 to €2,195,000. The average asking price was €536,313, and the average sold price recently was €469,395. Homes sell in about 30 days on average, indicating a balanced market.
