A calm spot in Palenstein-West
This terraced house on the Beatrijspad sits in Palenstein-West, a quiet corner of Zoetermeer where the streets are lined with homes built after 2010. The setting is described as a quiet road with a sheltered position in a residential area. The asking price is €625,000. For context, terraced houses in Zoetermeer are available in a range of prices, and this one sits at the upper end of what is currently on offer in the neighbourhood.
A spacious, well-insulated home
Built in 2015, this herenhuis-style terraced house spans three floors and offers seven rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 136 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 138 m²; the plot is 131 m² in both. The home is fully insulated, with roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. Outside, there is a rear garden of 65 m² and a front garden, plus a parking space. The property is freehold, so you own the land outright.
Life in Palenstein-West
Palenstein-West is a small neighbourhood with about 1,320 residents, and a third of them are aged 65 or over. Residents across the municipality of Zoetermeer give their living environment an average score of 7.52, based on 39 reviews. One resident says: "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." Another adds: "Very nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in." These reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood, but they paint a picture of a green, safe and well-served area. The Palenstein-West neighbourhood itself is part of the larger Palenstein district.
Amenities and getting around
The daily routine is well covered here. The GP practice Gezondheidscentrum Palenstein, Huisartsenpraktijk Klooster is just around the corner, and the BETER Apotheek Centrum Zoetermeer is a couple of streets away. For groceries, Aldi is on your doorstep, with Hoogvliet just around the corner and another Hoogvliet a couple of streets further. Primary school De Jacobsvlinder is just around the corner, and secondary schools Erasmus College and MOTION Beweeg College are a short walk away. Public transport is close: tram lines 3 and 4 stop at Stadhuis and Palenstein, both a five-minute walk, and bus line 165 stops at Zoetermeer, Vaartdreef. The nearest train station, Zoetermeer Oost, is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Zoetermeer offers all this and more.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €578,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 106%, from €281,000 to €578,000. As for the address, the noise levels from road, rail and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. The climate risk indications are low for pluvial flooding and flood risk, both now and in 2050, while heat stress is medium. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Makelaars Rotterdam en Zoetermeer and De Makelaars Jenné | Baars | Jenné on Funda.
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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 Beatrijspad 76, Zoetermeer
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €625,000 is 8% above the WOZ value of €578,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The asking price is also 29% above the average asking price of €485,000 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
The home has seven rooms in total, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 136 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 138 m². The plot is 131 m². There is a rear garden of 65 m² and a front garden, plus a parking space.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The home is also fully insulated, with roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, and it is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. No further details are available in the listing.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise levels from road traffic are 47 dB Lden, from rail traffic 28 dB Lden, and from air traffic 30 dB Lden, all based on recent reference years. None of these exceed the relevant noise standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Aldi is just around the corner at 237 metres, and Hoogvliet is at 302 metres. Another Hoogvliet is at 479 metres, with Ekoplaza at 514 metres and Dirk at 520 metres. In total, there are 27 supermarkets within five kilometres.
Which schools are close to this home?
Primary school De Jacobsvlinder is just around the corner at 184 metres. Secondary schools Erasmus College and MOTION Beweeg College are at 357 and 396 metres respectively. There are also two other primary schools within a short walk: IKC De Kasteeltuyn at 491 metres and IKC De Achtsprong at 556 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
Tram lines 3 and 4 stop at Stadhuis and Palenstein, both about a five-minute walk away. Bus line 165 stops at Zoetermeer, Vaartdreef, also about a five-minute walk. The nearest train station is Zoetermeer Oost, at 1,456 metres, which is about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Zoetermeer give their living environment an average score of 7.52, based on 39 reviews. One resident says: "I live here with great pleasure. It is a quiet, green and pleasant neighbourhood where you can enjoy walking and nature." Another says: "Very nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has risen by 106% between 2020 and 2025, from €281,000 to €578,000. The reference date for the current value is 1 January 2025. This development is based on municipal data and reflects the general trend in property values in this area.
