Kortsteekterbuurt 7
Steekterbuurt, Alphen aan den Rijn
AreaA waterside home in Steekterbuurt
This terraced house on Kortsteekterbuurt 7 sits in the Steekterbuurt neighbourhood of Alphen aan den Rijn, a quiet corner of the town where the water is literally on your doorstep. Built in 1937, the home has a classic pre-war character and is set along the water with a free view. With an asking price of €475,000, the price is on the high side compared to the average for terraced houses in Alphen aan den Rijn, which sits at €814,143, but it is also 42% below that neighbourhood average.
The home itself
Inside, the home offers five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 106 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 109 m²; the plot is 190 m² according to both. The property has a front and rear garden, with the rear garden facing south and accessible via the back alley. It is a single-family terraced house with full ownership, double glazing, and a central heating boiler. The energy label is C, which means moderate energy costs can be expected.
Life in Steekterbuurt
Steekterbuurt is a small neighbourhood with around 800 residents, and it feels like a close-knit community. Residents of the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on 15 reviews. One resident says: "A cosy backwater" and adds that there are "friendly people, plenty of supermarkets in the area, few shops or nightlife options, for that you have to go to Alphen or big cities like Leiden or The Hague." Another resident, who grew up there, says: "I would never want to leave and have little to complain about." The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents aged 45 and over. For a sense of what the Steekterbuurt neighbourhood is like, these reviews offer a glimpse.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the Hoogvliet and Albert Heijn supermarkets are a ten-minute walk away, and the Ekoplaza is just a bit further. The nearest primary school, Protestants Christelijke Basisschool De Windroos, is also about a ten-minute walk, while the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Rop Borst is a couple of streets away. The pharmacy Apotheek Allart is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop Alphen a/d Rijn, Rijnbrug is on your doorstep, with lines 101 and 147, and the train station Alphen a/d Rijn is a ten-minute walk. The wider area, the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn, offers further amenities within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €371,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 28% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 55%, from €240,000 to €371,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data: the home was built in 1937 on clay soil, and in this postcode area 88% of properties were built before 1970. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The flood risk is low, both currently and for 2050.
Source and agent
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 Kortsteekterbuurt 7, Alphen Aan Den Rijn
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €475,000 is 28% above the WOZ value of €371,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 55%, from €240,000 in 2020 to €371,000 in 2025. This comparison is a fact, and what it means for the price is for you to judge.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 106 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 109 m². The plot is 190 m². There is a front and rear garden, with the rear garden facing south and accessible via the back alley. The property is a single-family terraced house with full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates moderate energy efficiency, so you can expect reasonable but not minimal energy costs. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent. The energy label is a fact about the home's energy performance, and the actual costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
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 1937 on clay soil, and in this postcode area 88% of properties were built before 1970. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, according to data from the Atlas Leefomgeving for 2022. Aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself. The actual noise experience can vary depending on the time of day and other factors.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The nearest supermarkets are Hoogvliet, Albert Heijn, and Ekoplaza, all about a ten-minute walk away. For schools, the nearest primary school is Protestants Christelijke Basisschool De Windroos, also about a ten-minute walk, with Basisschool de Rank a bit further. There are 16 supermarkets and 45 schools within 5 km, so you have plenty of options.
How is the public transport in this area?
The bus stop Alphen a/d Rijn, Rijnbrug is on your doorstep, with lines 101 and 147. Another stop, Alphen a/d Rijn, Beerendrecht, is a couple of streets away, with lines 101, 147, and 722. The train station Alphen a/d Rijn is about a ten-minute walk away. This gives you options for getting around, though the exact destinations and frequencies are not listed here.
What is the neighbourhood of Steekterbuurt like?
Steekterbuurt is a small neighbourhood with around 800 residents. Residents of the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on 15 reviews. One resident describes it as "a cosy backwater" with friendly people and plenty of supermarkets, but few shops or nightlife options. Another resident says they "would never want to leave." The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a significant share of residents aged 45 and over.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The flood risk for this address is low, both currently and for 2050, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not a guarantee for the specific property. The home is located near water, but the risk of flooding from heavy rain or rising water is assessed as low. This is a factual data point, and you can consider it alongside other factors.
