Duitslandlaan 476
Stadscentrum, Zoetermeer
NeighbourhoodA studio in the heart of Zoetermeer
This studio on Duitslandlaan 476 sits right in the middle of Zoetermeer's Stadscentrum, a lively area with shops and restaurants on your doorstep. Built in 1996, it has an efficient A energy label. At €230,000, the asking price is 41% below the neighbourhood average of €391,143, which puts it on the low side for the area. For context, there are currently 7 studios for sale in Zoetermeer, and this one is among the more affordable options.
What you get for your money
The home is a studio with a living area of 43 m² according to the BAG registration. The agent does not provide additional details about the layout, number of rooms, or outdoor space, so the listing is quite sparse. The year of construction is 1996 and the energy label is A, an efficient label.
The Stadscentrum neighbourhood
Stadscentrum is the beating commercial heart of Zoetermeer, with a high density of shops, restaurants, and services. It's a very urban area (address density 3740) with a mix of residents: 62% of households are single-person, and 29% of the population is 65 or older. Residents of the district give it an average score of 6.69 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: 'Super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants.' Another notes: 'It's quite nice to live here, but the aggressive vagrants and smoking youths who rummage through bins are not for me. Otherwise, everything is easily accessible by car, bike, on foot, or with the RandstadRail.' The neighbourhood has a total of 781 recorded crimes, but the feel is generally lively and convenient.
Amenities and transport
For daily groceries, Hoogvliet is just around the corner, and AH XL is a ten-minute walk away. The nearest primary school, Prinses Margrietschool, is a couple of streets away, and secondary school MOTION Beweeg College is also within walking distance. The GP and pharmacy are both about a ten-minute walk. Public transport is excellent: bus lines 70 and 165 stop at Zwaardslootseweg, and tram lines 3 and 4 at Stadhuis, all just around the corner. The nearest train station, Zoetermeer Oost, is about 2 km away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Zoetermeer.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. Regarding address risks, the area has a low foundation risk indication (clay soil, which is sensitive to settlement). Noise from road traffic is above the norm at 63 dB Lden, while rail and aircraft noise are below the norm. For climate, pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, but heat stress is currently medium and expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Van Herk Makelaars.
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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 Duitslandlaan 476, Zoetermeer
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Stadscentrum?
The asking price of €230,000 is 41% below the neighbourhood average of €391,143. The median price in the area is €439,000, and the average price per m² is €4,361. This studio is priced at €5,349 per m², which is higher than the neighbourhood average per m², but the total price is significantly lower because of the small floor area.
What is the layout of the studio?
The listing does not provide details about the layout, number of rooms, or outdoor space. The only known fact is the living area of 43 m² according to the BAG registration. The agent has not stated whether there is a separate kitchen, bathroom, or any storage space.
Why is there no WOZ value mentioned?
This is unusual, but it may be that the municipality has not yet published the latest valuation for this address. Without the WOZ, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
Is the area noisy?
According to area-level data, road traffic noise is above the norm at 63 dB Lden. Rail and aircraft noise are below the norm. This is an indication for the area, not a measurement inside the home. The studio's actual noise level depends on factors like insulation and window placement.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Hoogvliet is just around the corner at 146 metres. AH XL is about 650 metres away, and Aldi is at 718 metres. There are also other supermarkets within walking distance, so daily groceries are very convenient.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Stadscentrum is a very urban area with a high density of shops, restaurants, and services. It has a large proportion of single-person households (62%) and older residents (29% aged 65+). Residents give the district an average score of 6.69, with one calling it 'super cosy' and another mentioning issues with vagrants. The area is well-connected by public transport.
Is there a train station nearby?
The nearest train station is Zoetermeer Oost, about 1.9 km away. There are also tram stops (Stadhuis, lines 3 and 4) and bus stops (Zwaardslootseweg, lines 70 and 165) within a few hundred metres, providing good connections to the rest of Zoetermeer and beyond.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. However, the listing does not specify which insulation or heating systems are present.
Are there any schools within walking distance?
Yes, the nearest primary school, Prinses Margrietschool, is about 350 metres away. Secondary school MOTION Beweeg College is at 454 metres. Several other primary schools are within 1 km, so school options are convenient.
Experiences from Stadscentrum
How residents experience their neighbourhood
It's quite nice to live here, but the aggressive vagrants and smoking youths who rummage through bins are not for me. Otherwise, everything is easily accessible by car, bike, on foot, or with the RandstadRail.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Stadscentrum
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €524,333 | €450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,785 | – |
| Rent price | €1,389 p/m | €1,419 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
Experiences from Centrum
How residents experience their district
Super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants
Auto-translated to English by AIPalenstein in Zoetermeer is a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage. The multicultural community creates a lively and diverse atmosphere. With improved homes, green spaces and proximity to amenities, it is an attractive area for families and young professionals. The neighbourhood feels forward-looking, but retains a strong sense of connection among residents.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's quite nice to live here, but the aggressive vagrants and smoking youths who rummage through bins are not for me. Otherwise, everything is easily accessible by car, bike, on foot, or with the RandstadRail.
Auto-translated to English by AIFelt like an industrial area rather than a neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Centrum
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €425,301 | €359,943 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,255 | – |
| Rent price | €1,595 p/m | €1,661 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
Experiences from Zoetermeer
How residents experience their municipality
I live here with great pleasure. It is a quiet, green and pleasant neighbourhood where you can enjoy walking and nature. Everything you need is nearby (such as shops, public transport and other amenities). The neighbours are friendly and helpful, and there is a pleasant atmosphere. I feel safe here and can definitely recommend this neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live in a beautiful apartment on the Bentwoud and enjoy it every day in every season! The Bentwoud in particular is excellently maintained!!! The synergy and looking out for each other in the apartment complex disappoints us! That could be better! Otherwise, we live here just fine, and we also feel safe here!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live on the Bentwoud, and you can see, smell and feel it! I always have the feeling that we live in a healthy environment! We also feel safe in the beautiful apartment building. The only thing that disappoints us is the sense of community in our complex Panoramique Bentwoud. Neighbours hardly know each other and have little interest in others. We often organise something but there is little to no interest, a shame especially because there are many elderly people living there who could use some help and/or attention!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live in a nice neighbourhood, sometimes there's a bit of trouble but where isn't there. Lovely house, nice neighbours and everything is easily accessible. In our flat we help each other when needed and there's also social control. We're having a great time here.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have shops, a tram and other businesses in the neighbourhood, such as a gym to provide for us. There are many trees and nature here, which makes it very quiet. Only it is often dirty and dull-coloured buildings that made the neighbourhood a bit boring.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighborhood is really quiet, sometimes too quiet in my opinion.
Auto-translated to English by AIToo few amenities
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Zoetermeer
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €518,588 | €466,492 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,343 | – |
| Rent price | €1,721 p/m | €1,668 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 p/m | – |
Location and amenities
Duitslandlaan 476, Zoetermeer
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