Matthijs Kiersstraat 22
Torenlanden, Steenwijkerland
AreaA semi-detached home in Torenlanden
Torenlanden is a quiet, green part of Steenwijk, where the streets are wide and the pace of life feels relaxed. This semi-detached house on Matthijs Kiersstraat 22 sits in a neighbourhood that residents describe as safe and well kept, with playgrounds and water nearby. The asking price of €390,000 is on the high side compared with the average for semi-detached houses in Steenwijkerland, which comes in at around €452,900. Built in 1957, the home has an energy label C, so heating costs will be moderate but not minimal.
The home itself
Inside, the house offers four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 127 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 104 m². The plot measures 340 m² in both sources. With a volume of 480 m³, there is plenty of space for a family or anyone who likes room to move. The home is offered for sale at €3,750 per m², based on the agent's floor area.
Life in Torenlanden
Residents of the wider Steenwijk district give their living environment an average score of 8.19 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "De Woldmeenthe is a nice place to live. It is green, quiet and safe. All amenities are within walking or cycling distance." Another mentions that it is "one of the safest neighbourhoods in the Steenwijk area", though they note some nuisance from drug dealing near the park. The neighbourhood itself has around 1,050 residents, with a mix of ages and a notable share of older people. The Torenlanden neighbourhood feels established, with many homes built between 1945 and 1970.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with Aldi just around the corner and Jumbo a couple of streets away. Basisschool B is a five-minute walk, and there are several other primary and secondary schools within a short distance. The GP practice and pharmacy are both about a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop at Matthijs Kiersstraat is on your doorstep, served by lines 70 and 214, while Steenwijk train station is a five-minute walk. The municipality of Steenwijkerland offers a good range of local facilities.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home was set at €376,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 4% above that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 73%, from €217,000 to €376,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 47 dB, and from rail traffic 38 dB, both below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the peat soil and the 1957 construction, with 1% of properties in the area showing an elevated risk of pile rot. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Mijn Makelaar Steenwijk.
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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.
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About Matthijs Kiersstraat 22, Steenwijk
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €390,000 is 4% above the WOZ value of €376,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 73%, from €217,000 in 2020 to €376,000 in 2025. This gives an idea of how the property has appreciated, though the asking price is a separate matter.
What is the layout of this semi-detached house?
The home has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 127 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 104 m². The plot measures 340 m². With a volume of 480 m³, the home offers a reasonable amount of space, though the exact layout of each floor is not described in the listing.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C, which is a mid-range label. This means the home is not the most efficient, but it is also not the least efficient. Expect moderate energy costs, though the exact amount will depend on your usage and the current energy prices. The label does not say anything about the condition of the insulation or installations, so it is worth considering what improvements might be needed.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1957 on peat soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In the surrounding area, 1% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and climate risks for this location?
The pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning that at heavy rain there is a chance of water on the street or garden. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low, but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not a detailed assessment of this property.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep, with Aldi just around the corner and Jumbo a couple of streets away. Basisschool B is a five-minute walk, and there are several other schools nearby. The GP practice and pharmacy are both about a ten-minute walk. The train station is a five-minute walk, and the bus stop at Matthijs Kiersstraat is on your doorstep, served by lines 70 and 214.
How do residents rate the neighbourhood?
Residents of the wider Steenwijk district give their living environment an average score of 8.19 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident describes the area as green, quiet and safe, with all amenities within walking or cycling distance. Another says it is one of the safest neighbourhoods in the Steenwijk area, though they mention some nuisance from drug dealing near the park. These reviews cover the district, not just Torenlanden.
What is the public transport situation like?
The bus stop at Matthijs Kiersstraat is on your doorstep, with lines 70 and 214. The main bus station at Steenwijk Station is a five-minute walk, served by lines 18, 20, 26, 70, 214, 217 and 270. The train station is also a five-minute walk, offering rail connections. One resident notes that bus facilities are not very convenient, so it may be worth checking the schedules for your needs.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
In Torenlanden, there are currently 10 homes for sale, with an average asking price of €452,900 and a median of €482,500. The cheapest is listed at €219,000 and the most expensive at €650,000. The average price per m² is €3,866, and the average living area is 128 m². This gives a sense of the local market, though each home is unique.
What is the age profile of the neighbourhood?
Torenlanden has around 1,050 residents. The largest age group is 65 and older, making up 36% of the population. Those aged 45 to 65 account for 23%, and 25 to 45 year-olds for 21%. Children under 15 make up 11%. About 40% of households are single-person, and 26% are households with children. This suggests a mix of ages, with a notable share of older residents.
