Palmkool 27
Rijndijk, Alphen aan den Rijn
AreaA modern home by the water
This terraced house on Palmkool 27 sits in the Rijndijk neighbourhood of Hazerswoude-Rijndijk, a spot where the water is literally on your doorstep. Built in 2023, it is a recent addition to a residential area with an open view. The asking price of €695,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €583,333. For context, terraced houses in Alphen aan den Rijn give you a sense of what is on offer across the municipality.
Inside the house
The agent describes this as a five-room home spread over three floors, with four bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 137 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 131 m². The plot measures 135 m² in both sources. There is a garden at the rear of 46 m², plus a front garden, and the rear garden faces west and is accessible via the back alley. The property is freehold, and the agent notes insulation in the roof, walls and floor, along with underfloor heating throughout, a heat recovery system and a heat pump. The energy label is A+++, which is an efficient label.
Life in Rijndijk
Rijndijk is a small neighbourhood with around 1,300 residents, and about 70% of the homes are owner-occupied. Residents of the wider municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident says: "A cosy backwater. 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, and public transport regularly has problems." Another resident, who grew up there, says: "I would never want to leave and have little to complain about." These reviews describe the municipality as a whole, not this specific neighbourhood. For a closer look at what Rijndijk itself is like, the Rijndijk neighbourhood page has more detail.
Amenities and getting around
For daily errands, Hoogvliet is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. Katholieke Basisschool De Tweeklank is a couple of streets away, and Openbare Basisschool JPF Steyaert is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Rhynenburch, and BENU Apotheek Rijnwoude is right next to it. The nearest bus stop, Hazerswoude-Rijndijk Gemeneweg, is just around the corner, with lines 165, 169 and 187. The nearest train station is Alphen a/d Rijn, about 5.3 km away. For a broader view of the area, the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn page covers the wider surroundings.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. As for the address, the area-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the standard at 55 dB Lden, while railway noise at 47 dB and aircraft noise at 39 dB are both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and in this area 1% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot according to the Klimaateffectatlas. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is low, and the flood risk is medium for both the current situation and 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Emil NVM Makelaars in Leiden - Leiderdorp and their listing on Funda.
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Frequently asked questions
About Palmkool 27, Hazerswoude-Rijndijk
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €695,000 is 19% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €583,333. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,838, while this home is listed at €5,073 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. The price verdict is that it is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this is a five-room home spread over three floors, with four bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 137 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 131 m². The plot measures 135 m². There is a rear garden of 46 m² facing west, plus a front garden, and the rear garden is accessible via the back alley.
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 also notes insulation in the roof, walls and floor, along with underfloor heating throughout, a heat recovery system and a heat pump. With an efficient label like this, you can expect relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient homes, though the exact amount depends on your usage.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The area-level foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and according to the Klimaateffectatlas, 1% of properties in this area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The area-level data shows that road traffic noise is 55 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 47 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 39 dB Lden, both below the standard. These figures come from public risk data at the address level and are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Hoogvliet is the nearest supermarket at 617 metres, and Jumbo is at 676 metres. Albert Heijn is further away at 3.2 km, and Lidl and SPAR express are around 4.4 km. Within a 5 km radius there are ten supermarkets in total, so daily groceries are within easy reach.
What schools are close to this home?
Katholieke Basisschool De Tweeklank is the nearest primary school at 630 metres, and Openbare Basisschool JPF Steyaert is at 1 km. Samenwerkingsschool MeerWaarde is at 1.7 km. For secondary education, Groene Hart Rijnwoude is at about 3 km. There are 20 schools within a 5 km radius.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
The nearest bus stop is Hazerswoude-Rijndijk Gemeneweg at 400 metres, served by lines 165, 169 and 187. Two other stops, Tijssen and Raadhuis, are at 768 and 803 metres respectively. The nearest train station is Alphen a/d Rijn at about 5.3 km, so train connections require a bus ride or a bike trip first.
What is the neighbourhood of Rijndijk like?
Rijndijk has around 1,300 residents, and about 70% of the homes are owner-occupied. The average household size is 2.3 people. Residents of the wider municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on fifteen reviews. One resident describes it as a cosy backwater with friendly people and plenty of supermarkets, but few shops or nightlife options.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not part of the listing information provided. Without it, the asking price can only be compared with the neighbourhood average asking price.
