A quiet spot in the green heart of Hekendorp
This terraced house on Freule van Wassenaarstraat 6 sits in Kern Hekendorp, a small village community in the municipality of Oudewater. With 430 residents, it is a place where neighbours know each other and life moves at a slower pace. The asking price of €385,000 is 40% below the average asking price of €640,000 for homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood, and it is the cheapest of the three homes on offer. For a sense of what else is available, you can compare with other terraced houses in Oudewater.
A well-kept family home from 1995
Built in 1995, this three-storey terraced house offers four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, with a living area of 91 m² according to the agent (the BAG registration lists 90 m²). The plot measures 109 m² and includes a front garden and a rear garden of 48 m², facing east and accessible via the back alley. The home is fully insulated and heated by a central heating boiler, and it is sold as freehold property. The energy label is A, which is an efficient label, so energy costs should be relatively modest.
Life in Kern Hekendorp
Residents of the municipality of Oudewater give their living environment an average score of 7.92, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a fine neighbourhood to live in, with plenty to do and good people. Another says it is a nice neighbourhood with many friendly people, a school, a football cage and a playground, great for children, with good security and almost no litter thanks to the many bins. A third resident mentions that it has been quieter recently after earlier nuisance from loitering youths, and that the area used to be better maintained. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with 36% of residents between 45 and 65, and 41% of households have children. For more details, you can read about the Kern Hekendorp neighbourhood.
Daily essentials and getting around
The nearest supermarket, Coop, is a ten-minute walk away, and there are several other options within a short drive, including PLUS, Jumbo and Albert Heijn. For primary education, Basisschool De Wegwijzer and Basisschool De Morgenster are both a couple of streets away, and there are more schools within five kilometres. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Haastrecht is a ten-minute walk, while Apotheek Oudewater is a bit further. Bus line 307 stops at Haastrecht, Hekendorp Veer, just around the corner, and the nearest train station is Gouda Goverwelle, about four and a half kilometres away. The municipality of Oudewater covers the wider area, and you can find more about the municipality of Oudewater on our site.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €329,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 17% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 42%, from €231,000 to €329,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 48 dB Lden and from rail traffic 41 dB Lden, both below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, although the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement, and 3% of properties in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate risk data shows an elevated risk of pluvial flooding and current flood risk, with a medium risk by 2050, while heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Kalmeijer Makelaars and 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.
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About Freule van Wassenaarstraat 6, Hekendorp
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €385,000 is 17% above the WOZ value of €329,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also 40% below the average asking price of €640,000 for homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood, and it is the cheapest of the three homes on offer.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this is a three-storey terraced house with four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 91 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 90 m². The plot measures 109 m² and includes a front garden and a rear garden of 48 m², facing east and accessible via the back alley. The home is fully insulated and heated by a central heating boiler.
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 agent also states that the home is fully insulated, which supports energy efficiency. However, the label itself does not guarantee specific costs, as actual usage and energy prices also play a role.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Klimaateffectatlas. However, the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement, and 3% of properties in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 48 dB Lden and from rail traffic 41 dB Lden, both below the relevant standards.
What are the nearest amenities and public transport options?
The nearest supermarket is Coop, about 2.9 km away, with PLUS, Jumbo and Albert Heijn within about 4 to 5 km. Primary schools include Basisschool De Wegwijzer and Basisschool De Morgenster, both around 2.8 km away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Haastrecht is 2.9 km away, and Apotheek Oudewater is 4.3 km away. Bus line 307 stops at Haastrecht, Hekendorp Veer, about 531 m away, and the nearest train station is Gouda Goverwelle, 4.5 km away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the municipality of Oudewater give their living environment an average score of 7.92, based on three reviews. One resident says it is a fine neighbourhood to live in, with plenty to do and good people. Another mentions a nice neighbourhood with many friendly people, a school, a football cage and a playground, great for children, with good security and almost no litter. A third resident notes that it has been quieter recently after earlier nuisance from loitering youths.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home rose by 42%, from €231,000 to €329,000. The reference date for the current WOZ value is 1 January 2025. This development reflects the general trend in the area, but the WOZ value is a municipal valuation, not the market value. The asking price is 17% above the current WOZ value.
Is this home suitable for a family?
The home has three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors, with a living area of 91 m². It includes a rear garden of 48 m² and a front garden. Whether it suits a family depends on the size of the family and their space needs. The neighbourhood has a mix of households, with 41% of households having children, and there are schools within a few kilometres.
