A quiet start in Aardam West
This terraced house on Hazelaarstraat 8 sits in a quiet residential corner of Ter Aar, where the pace of life feels unhurried. The home itself is a comfortable size at 124 m², and the plot is unusually generous for a terraced house, stretching to 4075 m². With an energy label A, the running costs should stay modest. At €1420 per month, the rent is in line with the single other rental in the neighbourhood, and it matches the going rate per square metre. For context, [terraced houses in Nieuwkoop]( /huurwoningen/nieuwkoop/tussenwoningen/) give you a sense of what this property type commands across the municipality.
Aardam West, as residents see it
Aardam West is a small, settled neighbourhood, and the one review on gives it a 9.75 out of 10. One resident describes it as an "old-fashioned cosy" place, adding: "Quiet residential area with a playground on the outskirts of the village next to a park. I've been living here happily for a long time and see children from back then returning as adults now." That single review paints a picture of a place where people stay, and where the green edges of the village are part of daily life. The CBS figures back that up, with a mix of households and a noticeable share of older residents. [The Aardam West neighbourhood]( /buurt/aardam-west-nieuwkoop/) is clearly a place with roots.
Daily life on the street
For the everyday routine, the essentials are close. The Aldi is just around the corner, and the Dirk is a couple of streets away, so grabbing bread or groceries is a quick errand. The Vomar is a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Basisschool De Vaart is a ten-minute walk, and there are other primary options within a few kilometres. The GP practice and a large supermarket are both about half a kilometre away, which keeps most needs within easy reach. [The municipality of Nieuwkoop]( /gemeente/nieuwkoop/) covers the wider area, with Ter Aar as one of its villages.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only via REBO Huurwoningen.
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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 Hazelaarstraat 8, Ter Aar
Is €1420 per month a fair rent for this home?
The rent of €1420 matches the only other rental currently available in Aardam West, which is also €1420. At €11.45 per square metre, it is in line with the neighbourhood average for rentals. The home has an energy label A, which should keep energy costs relatively low, and the plot is exceptionally large for a terraced house. Whether that combination feels fair depends on what you value, but the price is not out of step with the local market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient category on the Dutch scale. This means the home is officially registered as having low expected energy consumption, so heating and electricity bills should be on the modest side. The label is a formal registration, not a guarantee of actual usage, but it is a strong starting point for keeping running costs down.
How big is the plot and what could it be used for?
The plot measures 4075 m², which is very generous for a terraced house. This is the total land area attached to the home, and it gives plenty of outdoor space compared to typical terraced houses in the area. The listing does not specify how the garden is laid out, so the exact use of the space is not stated. The size alone suggests a substantial outdoor area around the property.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Aardam West is described by one resident as an "old-fashioned cosy" area, with a quiet residential feel and a playground on the edge of the village next to a park. The same resident notes that children who grew up there are now returning as adults, which points to a stable community. The CBS data shows a mix of ages, with a quarter of residents over 65 and a similar share between 25 and 45, so the street is not dominated by any one group.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 8.6 kilometres away. That is a distance that would require a car or a bus journey, rather than a walk. The listing does not specify which station or which bus lines serve it, so you would need to look at local transport options separately. For daily commuting, this is a factor to weigh up.
What schools are close by?
Basisschool De Vaart is the nearest primary school, at 640 metres, which is about a ten-minute walk. Other primary schools, such as Het Spectrum and Hobbitburcht-Batenstein, are around 2.9 kilometres away. Secondary education is further out, at 5.7 kilometres, so older children would need transport. The listing does not mention any specific school ratings, only their locations.
