Zouwendijk 21
Sluis, Vijfheerenlanden
NeighbourhoodA quiet spot in the countryside
This semi-detached house on Zouwendijk 21 sits in the small settlement of Sluis, part of the town of Ameide in the municipality of Vijfheerenlanden. It is a rural setting, on a quiet road and sheltered from the hustle and bustle. The asking price of €550,000 is on the high side compared to other semi-detached houses in Vijfheerenlanden, especially given the living area.
The home itself
Built in 1910, this two-storey home has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 88 m², while the BAG registration states 95 m²; the plot is 660 m² according to both. The house has a front, side and back garden, with the back garden facing southwest and accessible via the back path. It is freehold, and the agent mentions insulation in the roof, double glazing and wall insulation. Heating is provided by a combination boiler, a gas fireplace and a wood stove.
Life in Sluis
Sluis is a tiny neighbourhood with about 80 residents, and it feels like a close-knit community. Residents of the wider municipality of Vijfheerenlanden give their living environment an average score of 8.41, based on eight reviews. One resident says: "Quiet and cosy living. But there is also plenty of cosiness and often things to do." Another mentions: "Cosy village where everyone knows each other." The reviews reflect a peaceful area, though some note there is little to do for adults and children. The neighbourhood has a low address density, making it truly rural. For more on the area, see the Sluis neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The nearest supermarket, Coop, is just around the corner at about a ten-minute walk. Two primary schools, SmdB De Kandelaar and obs de Vlindertuin, are also within a ten-minute walk. For healthcare, the GP and pharmacy are in Lopik, a couple of streets away. The bus stop Ameide, Sluis, with lines 90 and Flex, is on your doorstep. The nearest train station is Arkel, about 9 km away. The municipality of Vijfheerenlanden offers a mix of rural and urban amenities, as described on the municipality of Vijfheerenlanden.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. According to public risk data at the address level, the noise level from road traffic is 44 dB Lden, which is not above the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the area-level data, and the soil is clay. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, and the current flood risk is elevated, though the flood risk for 2050 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 two channels, including Hofstede Makelaardij Meerkerk.
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About Zouwendijk 21, Ameide
What is the asking price for this semi-detached house?
The asking price is €550,000. The price per square metre, based on the agent's living area of 88 m², is €6,250. This is on the high side compared to other semi-detached houses in the municipality of Vijfheerenlanden, especially given the living area. The plot is 660 m², which is a generous size.
How many rooms and bedrooms does the house have?
According to the agent, the house has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 88 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration states 95 m². The plot is 660 m². There is a front, side and back garden, with the back garden facing southwest.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent mentions that the house has roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, which may help with energy efficiency. Heating is provided by a combination boiler, a gas fireplace and a wood stove.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is used for taxes, and it is not always included in the listing. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the risks regarding foundation and flooding?
According to public risk data at the address level, the foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil is clay. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, and the current flood risk is elevated, though the flood risk for 2050 is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Coop, about 1.1 km away. There are two primary schools within about 800 m: SmdB De Kandelaar and obs de Vlindertuin. The nearest GP and pharmacy are in Lopik, about 3 km away. The nearest hospital is Sint Antonius Ziekenhuis in Nieuwegein, about 10 km away.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Ameide, Sluis, about 270 m away, with bus lines 90 and Flex. There are also stops at Ameide, Plieger and Lexmond, Boezemweg within about 600 m. The nearest train station is Arkel, about 9.3 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Sluis is a small neighbourhood with about 80 residents. It is a quiet, rural area. Residents of the municipality of Vijfheerenlanden give their living environment an average score of 8.41, based on eight reviews. One resident says it is 'quiet and cosy living', while another mentions it is a 'cosy village where everyone knows each other'.
Is there a garden and what is its orientation?
Yes, the house has a front, side and back garden. The back garden faces southwest and is accessible via the back path. The plot size is 660 m², which provides ample outdoor space.
What is the ownership situation?
The property is freehold, meaning you own the land and the building outright. There is no leasehold or ground rent mentioned in the listing.
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Experiences from Vijfheerenlanden
How residents experience their municipality
Quiet area, little to do for adults and children. Clean neighbourhood. Many primary schools for the little ones. Police don't drive by often enough to keep it safe. City centre is fine and cosy.
Auto-translated to English by AIWell, there were a few chavs living here but luckily they've been removed from their homes. It's pretty crap that there's no supermarket / shop, but then again we're far too small for that. The market is nice though. The football club and church provide a lot of interaction and connections. Plenty of playgrounds but they're hardly used anymore (about 7 years ago the playground was busy every evening with football, nowadays almost no one comes...)
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a quiet neighbourhood. But there is also plenty of cosiness and often things to do.
Auto-translated to English by AIA community where everyone respects each other, but is there for each other when something happens!
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice neighbourhood with the station and city all within walking distance, but there's not much to do.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood location, close to Utrecht. Everything in the neighbourhood is easily accessible. Only there isn't much to do here. Then you always have to travel somewhere.
Auto-translated to English by AIA pleasant, green and quiet neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's nice and quiet to live here, but also cosy with many activities :)
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €552,793 | €473,149 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,693 | – |
| Rent price | €4,270 p/m | €4,270 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €54 p/m | – |
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