A friendly terraced house in Alphen aan den Rijn
This 1927 terraced house on Hortensiastraat 14 sits in the Van Boetzelaerstraat neighbourhood, part of the Lage Zijde district in Alphen aan den Rijn. It is a corner house with a front and back garden, and the agent describes the setting as in the centre and in a residential area. The asking price of €385,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €697,694, and it is also below the average asking price per square metre in the area. For context, the current supply of terraced houses in Alphen aan den Rijn shows a wide range of prices.
The home itself
Inside, the home has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 89 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 94 m²; the plot is 111 m² in both sources. The house has double glazing and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered in full ownership, with a back garden of 19 m² facing east and a front garden. The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
The Van Boetzelaerstraat neighbourhood
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.46, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I grew up there and have always been satisfied. I would never want to leave and have little to complain about." Another mentions: "You have the city centre close by, you can easily get there, and you have nice pavements everywhere next to the road that are clean and usually don't have big bumps in them." The neighbourhood has about 2,970 inhabitants, and 74% of the housing stock is owner-occupied. The reviews reflect a pleasant, well-kept area with playgrounds and a park nearby, though one resident notes that young people sometimes hang around in the playground until late. For more on the area, see the Van Boetzelaerstraat neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Hoogvliet and SPAR express are a couple of streets away. Basisschool de Rank is also just around the corner, and the nearest GP, Bospark Huisartsen, Praktijk Vletter, is a ten-minute walk. The pharmacy, Apotheek Allart, is just around the corner. For public transport, bus stops at Thorbeckestraat (lines 101, 147) and De Aarhof (lines 1, 2, 722) are on your doorstep, and Alphen a/d Rijn train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn offers further amenities within easy reach, as described on the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €397,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 3% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 66%, from €239,000 to €397,000. As for the address, the noise levels from road, rail and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data: the home was built in 1927 on clay soil, and the area is noted as a KCAF attention zone, with 96% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. The climate indications for pluvial flooding, flood risk and heat stress are medium to elevated, but 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 De Koning makelaars - ERA én NVM and De Koning makelaars - ERA én NVM.
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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 Hortensiastraat 14, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €385,000 is 45% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €697,694, and 9% below the average asking price per square metre. The price verdict is described as keen. This is based on the current supply of 18 homes for sale in the neighbourhood, which ranges from €325,000 to €2,195,000.
What is the layout of this home?
The home has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 89 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 94 m². The plot is 111 m². There is a back garden of 19 m² facing east and a front garden. The home is a corner house.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €397,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% below this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 66%, from €239,000 in 2020 to €397,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1927 on clay soil, and the area is a KCAF attention zone, with 96% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. The groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Hoogvliet and SPAR express are a couple of streets away. Basisschool de Rank is also just around the corner. The nearest GP, Bospark Huisartsen, Praktijk Vletter, is a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy, Apotheek Allart, is just around the corner. The hospital, Alrijne Alphen aan den Rijn, is about 1.5 km away.
What is public transport like from this home?
Bus stops are on your doorstep: Thorbeckestraat (lines 101, 147) and De Aarhof (lines 1, 2, 722) are both within 230 metres. Alphen a/d Rijn train station is about 1 km away, a ten-minute walk. This gives you options for getting around the region.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.46, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I grew up there and have always been satisfied. I would never want to leave and have little to complain about." Another mentions the city centre being close by, nice pavements, and the Rijnstroompark for walks and children's play. A third notes lots of play space for children and a primary school around the corner.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The home does have double glazing and floor insulation, according to the agent. The energy label is a separate fact from the insulation features.
