Baron Schimmelpenninck van der Oyelaan 40
Boschgeest, Voorschoten
AreaA quiet spot in Boschgeest
This terraced house sits in Boschgeest, a calm corner of Voorschoten where life moves at a gentle pace. The area is home to a mix of ages, with a noticeable share of residents over 65, giving the streets a settled, unhurried feel. The asking price of €792,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price for terraced houses in Voorschoten.
The house itself
Built in 1969, this home spans three floors and offers five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area comes to 160 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 135 square metres. The plot measures 249 square metres. The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs.
Life in Boschgeest
Residents of the district give their surroundings an average score of 9 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "my experience is good because there are many amenities in the neighbourhood and there is a lot to do in the neighbourhood, everything is very easily accessible and you can also enjoy eating out and walking in the park or going to the petting zoo, there are also nice people." Another notes: "It is quiet." A third resident adds: "The municipality is closing more and more play areas for children, which I think is very bad." The district counts 1,645 inhabitants, with a third of households made up of people living alone. The Boschgeest neighbourhood has a distinctly residential character.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Hoogvliet is just around the corner, with SPAR express and Dirk a couple of streets away. Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Regenboog is on your doorstep, and Gevers Deynootschool is a ten-minute walk. Huisartsenpraktijk Wijngaardenlaan is a couple of streets away, with Service Apotheek Deltaplein nearby. Bus stops at Jan van Hooflaan and Foreschate are just around the corner, served by lines 5 and 46, and Voorschoten station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Voorschoten keeps everything within reach.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 44 dB, railway noise at 42 dB and aircraft noise at 38 dB, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the home being built before 1970, with sandy soil in the area. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while current flood risk and heat stress are low, rising to medium for heat stress by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered via multiple channels, including Kwadraat Makelaardij.
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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 Baron Schimmelpenninck van der Oyelaan 40, Voorschoten
What does the asking price of €792,000 mean for this home?
The asking price is on the high side compared with the average asking price for terraced houses in Voorschoten. The price per square metre comes to €5,867, based on the agent's listed living area of 135 square metres. Whether this represents good value depends on your own assessment of the home and its surroundings.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this house have?
The house has five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 160 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 135 square metres. The plot measures 249 square metres.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home was built in 1969, which is a factor in its energy performance. No specific insulation features are stated in the listing.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district give their surroundings an average score of 9 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident appreciates the many amenities and easy accessibility, mentioning the park and petting zoo. Another values the quiet atmosphere. A third resident expresses concern about the municipality closing play areas for children.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 44 dB, railway noise at 42 dB and aircraft noise at 38 dB, all below the relevant standards. These figures come from public risk data and are area-level indications rather than measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium. This is based on the home being built before 1970, and the fact that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this particular home.
What are the flood and climate risks for this address?
Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium. Current flood risk is low, and the risk for 2050 is also low. Heat stress is currently low but rises to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets and schools are nearby?
Hoogvliet is just around the corner, with SPAR express and Dirk a couple of streets away. Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Regenboog is on your doorstep, and Gevers Deynootschool is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Wijngaardenlaan, with Service Apotheek Deltaplein nearby.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
Bus stops at Jan van Hooflaan and Foreschate are just around the corner, served by lines 5 and 46. Voorschoten station is a ten-minute walk away. This gives you options for both local bus travel and rail connections.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the energy label, insulation details, or any information about the garden, balcony, or garage. As a result, the description focuses on the facts that are available: the year of construction, the number of rooms, and the floor areas.
