Rokkeveen-West, Zoetermeer
NeighbourhoodThis terraced house on Barbaragang sits in a quiet, family-friendly part of Rokkeveen-West. With 102 m² of living space and a 124 m² plot, it offers a comfortable layout for a couple or small family. The asking price of €450,000 is 32% below the neighbourhood average of €657,909, making it a keenly priced option compared to other terraced houses in Zoetermeer.
Rokkeveen-West is a well-established residential area built in the 1990s, so the streets are lined with similar-era homes and plenty of greenery. Residents appreciate the safe, small-scale feel: one calls it a "very nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in," while another notes it's "close to public transport and shopping centre, also near the forest." The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with many families and older residents, and the average household size is 2.2 people. Based on three reviews, it's a place where people feel at home. For more context, see the Rokkeveen-West neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo are both a five-minute walk away, and a Hoogvliet is just a couple of streets further. For families, Kindcentrum Het Palet (primary) is a five-minute walk, and the Picasso Lyceum (secondary) is just around the corner. The neighbourhood has a park within a couple of streets away, and the train station is a ten-minute walk, so commuting is straightforward. The area falls under the municipality of Zoetermeer, which maintains the green spaces and local amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Schieland Borsboom NVM Makelaars.
Details of this home
Barbaragang 8, Zoetermeer
Good · 3 residents
Very nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in.
Auto-translated to English by AINot much litter on the ground, close to public transport and shopping centre, also near the forest, although there could be a few more plants in the neighbourhood itself
Auto-translated to English by AIAll amenities nearby and relatively safe. The neighbourhood is varied in terms of housing layout and is well interspersed with green areas and a real park. In addition, the infrastructure is excellent and you are relatively on the edge of the city. I actually never hear complaints about this neighbourhood. Recommended if you are looking for a home in a nice environment!
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Data from Rokkeveen-West
33 within 5 km
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About Barbaragang 8, Zoetermeer
The asking price of €450,000 is 32% below the neighbourhood average of €657,909, which makes it a keenly priced option. However, the home's floor area (102 m²) is 28% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 141 m², so the price per square metre is in line with the local market. It's a competitive listing given the price point.
The home has an energy label C, which is average for a house built in 1990. You can expect moderate energy costs, but it's not as efficient as a modern A-rated home. Most homes in the neighbourhood have labels A or B, so this one is slightly less efficient than the local norm.
The train station is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting to The Hague, Leiden, or Utrecht straightforward without needing a car.
Kindcentrum Het Palet (primary) is 414 m away, a five-minute walk. The Picasso Lyceum (secondary) is 418 m away, also a five-minute walk. Several other primary schools are within a ten-minute walk, including Passe Partout Montessori School and De Vijverburgh.
An Albert Heijn and a Jumbo are both 720 m away, about a five-minute walk. A Hoogvliet is 877 m away, a ten-minute walk. For organic groceries, Ekoplaza is 1.3 km away.
Residents describe it as safe and cosy. One review says it's a "very nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in," and another notes it's "relatively safe." The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 258, which is moderate for an area of this size.
Rokkeveen-West has a mix of households: about 1,190 with children and 1,325 without. Many homes are owner-occupied (62%), and the area is well-served by schools and parks. Residents appreciate the green spaces and the quiet, family-friendly atmosphere.
You would need to view the property to assess the outdoor space.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Rokkeveen-West
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