A modern terraced home in Poelgeest
Kwaakhaven 11 sits in Poelgeest, a neighbourhood in Oegstgeest where residents give the district a 7.63 out of 10. One resident describes Poelgeest as a quiet neighbourhood next to a polder with rich nature and birds, though they do note the birds "poop a lot over you." Another says the location is favourable for workers and students alike, with Leiden nearby and easy motorway access. The asking price of €795,000 works out to €5,196 per square metre based on the agent's floor area, which is on the high side compared with other [terraced houses in Oegstgeest].
Inside the home
Built in 2007, this terraced house has five rooms including four bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors, with a volume of 609 cubic metres. The agent lists the living area at 153 square metres, while the BAG registration records 157 square metres; the plot is 172 square metres according to both. The home has a front and back garden facing west, and it is offered in full ownership. According to the agent, the insulation covers the roof, walls and floor with double glazing throughout, and the home is heated by district heating with partial underfloor heating.
Life in Poelgeest
Poelgeest is a residential area with a mix of housing, and the CBS figures show 57 percent of the homes are single-family dwellings. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.63 based on three reviews. One resident who has lived in Oegstgeest for 30 years praises the village's facilities, including shopping centres, sports clubs, a swimming pool and restaurants, plus excellent medical care. Another notes that Poelgeest has a hair salon, a gym and a primary school, and that people know each other. The same resident mentions the many speed bumps and the single road out of the neighbourhood as minor frustrations. [The Poelgeest neighbourhood] recorded 34 crimes in the latest figures, which you can weigh for yourself.
Amenities and getting around
The daily routine is well covered here. Openbare Basisschool De Vogels is just around the corner, and Yuverta vmbo Oegstgeest is a couple of streets away. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk, with Dirk and Lidl slightly further. Huisartsenpraktijk Boender is a ten-minute walk, and Alrijne Apotheek Leiden is just around the corner. The bus stop Oegstgeest, Jachthaven Poelgeest with line 54 is on your doorstep, and Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. [The municipality of Oegstgeest] offers a park or public garden within a short stroll.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates a low foundation risk, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. The noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise stay below their standards. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, with flood risk from rivers currently low and remaining low by 2050; heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including DOEN NVM Makelaars & Taxateurs and their listing on Funda.
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About Kwaakhaven 11, Oegstgeest
What is the asking price for this terraced house in Oegstgeest?
The asking price is €795,000. Based on the agent's floor area of 153 square metres, that comes to €5,196 per square metre. The home was built in 2007 and has an energy label A. The price is on the high side compared with other terraced houses in Oegstgeest, though the final judgement depends on what you value in a home.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this home have?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 153 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 157 square metres. The plot is 172 square metres. There is a front and back garden facing west.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for heating costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. The agent states the home has roof, wall and floor insulation with double glazing throughout, and it is heated by district heating with partial underfloor heating. With an efficient label, you can expect relatively modest energy costs compared with less efficient homes.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this property. The WOZ is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not available here, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. You would need to consult the municipality's records for this information.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data indicates road traffic noise at 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail traffic noise is 41 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 46 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication from sources like the Klimaateffectatlas, not an inspection of this specific home's foundation.
What supermarkets are nearby and how far away are they?
Albert Heijn is the nearest supermarket at about 1.1 kilometres, followed by Dirk at 1.2 kilometres and Lidl at 1.3 kilometres. There are 50 supermarkets within five kilometres, so you have plenty of choice. One resident of the district notes you do have to leave Poelgeest for groceries, which matches these distances.
Which schools are close to this home?
Openbare Basisschool De Vogels is about 366 metres away, and Yuverta vmbo Oegstgeest is about 326 metres away. Da Vinci College Kagerstraat, offering VWO, HAVO and MAVO, is about 684 metres away. There are 97 schools within five kilometres, covering both primary and secondary education.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
The bus stop Oegstgeest, Jachthaven Poelgeest with line 54 is about 150 metres away. Leiden Centraal train station is about 1.5 kilometres away. There are also bus stops at Leiden, Vossebes with line 4 and Oegstgeest, Abtspoelweg with line 50, both around 530 metres from the home.
What do residents say about living in Poelgeest?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.63 based on three reviews. One resident calls Poelgeest a quiet neighbourhood with a hair salon, gym and primary school, next to a polder with nature and birds. Another says the location is favourable for workers and students, with Leiden nearby and motorway access, though they mention the single road out of the neighbourhood as a drawback.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The area-level risk data indicates pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk from rivers is currently low and remains low by 2050. Heat stress is low now but is indicated as medium by 2050. These are public data indications at address level, not an assessment of this specific home.
Is this home suitable for a family?
The home has four bedrooms and one bathroom over two floors, with a living area of 153 square metres according to the agent. It has a front and back garden. Whether it suits a family depends on your specific needs, but the number of bedrooms and the outdoor space are facts you can weigh for yourself.
