A studio in the heart of Zoetermeer
This studio on Engelandlaan sits right in the middle of Stadscentrum, Zoetermeer's lively core. With 41 m² of floor space, it's a compact home that makes the most of its footprint. The energy label A means it's an efficient place to keep warm. At €919 per month, the rent sat well below the average for studios in Zoetermeer, which made it a keen option in this market. This home has not been online since 24 August 2026.
The Stadscentrum neighbourhood
The Stadscentrum neighbourhood is a dense, urban area with a strong mix of ages, from students to retirees. Most households are single people, and the streets have a busy, city feel. One resident sums it up: "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." It's a balanced view, based on one review, that captures both the convenience and the rough edges.
Life on the street
Daily errands are straightforward from here. The AH XL is just around the corner for a big weekly shop, with Hoogvliet and Aldi a couple of streets away. For school runs, the Koningin Wilhelminaschool is a five-minute walk, and the Oranje Nassau College Clauslaan for secondary education is also within easy reach. The train station is a short trip away, and the municipality of Zoetermeer has plenty to offer beyond the immediate streets.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Schep Vastgoedmakelaars.
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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 Engelandlaan 40, Zoetermeer
Was €919 a fair price for this studio?
The rent of €919 was 32% below the neighbourhood average of €1,360 for rentals. The floor area of 41 m² is 42% smaller than the average of 71 m² in the area. So you're paying less, but for a more compact space. Compared with other rentals in Stadscentrum, this price was on the low side.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This meant the home was designed to keep energy costs relatively low. It's an official registration, so you can rely on the rating as a solid indicator of the property's energy performance.
How is the neighbourhood for daily life?
Stadscentrum is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. Most households are single people, and there's a mix of ages. One resident notes that everything is easily accessible by car, bike, on foot, or with the RandstadRail, though they also mention some nuisance from aggressive vagrants and smoking youths. It's a lively, central spot with trade-offs.
What amenities are close by?
The AH XL supermarket is just 239 metres away, with Hoogvliet and Aldi within a few hundred metres. For schools, the Koningin Wilhelminaschool is 574 metres away, and the Oranje Nassau College Clauslaan for secondary education is 700 metres. A restaurant is 300 metres away, and a park is 600 metres from the door.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 2.5 kilometres from the home. That's a manageable distance by bike or on foot, though not right on the doorstep. The RandstadRail is also mentioned by a resident as a convenient way to get around the area.
What is the property type and size?
This is a studio with a floor area of 41 m², built in 1994. It's a compact living space, typical of a studio layout where the living, sleeping, and kitchen areas are combined. The size was smaller than the neighbourhood average of 71 m² for rentals, so it suits someone looking for an efficient, low-maintenance home.
