A terraced house in the heart of Gorinchem
This 1948 terraced house on Oosterstraat sits in the Bovenstad, the old centre of Gorinchem, where the streets are lined with monuments and the city walls are a short stroll away. With 6 rooms spread over 3 floors, it is a home with plenty of space for a household. The asking price of €495,000 is keen compared with the average asking price of €544,000 for homes in this neighbourhood, a difference of 9 percent. For a sense of what else is on the market, have a look at terraced houses in Gorinchem.
The home itself
The agent describes this as a single-family terraced house with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The living area is given as 136 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent's listing states 119 m². The plot measures 115 m². The home has roof insulation and HR glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered in full ownership, and there is a back garden. The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs.
Life in the Bovenstad
Residents of the district of Gorinchem binnenstad give their surroundings an average score of 7.85, based on four reviews. One resident says: "All necessary amenities within walking distance of both bustle and tranquillity. (Shops, museums and nature). Plenty of choice in eateries and sufficient activities or events." Another resident notes: "very nice cosy neighbourhood that really gets into the holidays. everything is within walking distance." The district has 2,035 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. This is the Bovenstad neighbourhood, a place where the old centre meets everyday convenience.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The SPAR supermarket is just around the corner, with Coop a couple of streets away. Jenaplanschool Gorkum is a five-minute walk, and Fortes Lyceum for secondary education is also close by. The GP practice Kalkhaven is on your doorstep, and Stadsapotheek Poels is just around the corner. Bus stop Gorinchem, Walstraat is a five-minute walk away, served by line 47, and Gorinchem train station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Gorinchem.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €487,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2 percent above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 85 percent, from €263,000 to €487,000. As for the area, the road traffic noise level is 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise is 31 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, and the soil is clay, with 5 percent of properties in this postcode area having an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is elevated, though this is expected to be low by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including leuk! makelaars.
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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 Oosterstraat 8, Gorinchem
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €495,000 is 2 percent above the WOZ value of €487,000, 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 9 percent below the average asking price of €544,000 for homes in this neighbourhood, which makes it keen in comparison.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this is a single-family terraced house with 6 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 3 floors. The living area is listed as 119 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 136 m². The plot measures 115 m². There is a back garden, and the home is in full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The agent notes that the home has roof insulation and HR glazing, which can help with keeping the home warm. The exact monthly 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, according to public data from the Klimaateffectatlas. The home was built in 1948 on clay soil, and 5 percent of properties in this postcode area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The SPAR supermarket is about 400 metres away, and Coop is about 660 metres. Jenaplanschool Gorkum is 433 metres away, and Fortes Lyceum is 462 metres. The GP practice Kalkhaven is 185 metres away, and Stadsapotheek Poels is 303 metres. Bus stop Gorinchem, Walstraat is 429 metres away, served by line 47.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
The nearest bus stop is Gorinchem, Walstraat, about 429 metres away, with bus line 47. There are also stops at Gorinchem, Flank and Gorinchem, Glacis, both about 460-480 metres away, with lines 47 and 673. Gorinchem train station is about 987 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district of Gorinchem binnenstad give their surroundings an average score of 7.85 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident mentions that all necessary amenities are within walking distance, with plenty of shops, museums and nature. Another resident says the neighbourhood is cosy and everything is within walking distance.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has risen by 85 percent between 2020 and 2025, from €263,000 to €487,000. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in this area. The current WOZ value, set on 1 January 2025, is €487,000, which is close to the asking price of €495,000.
