Kalkhaven, Dordrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 186 m² mid-terrace house in the heart of Dordrecht is a rare find. Built in 1854 and recently upgraded to an A+++ energy label, it combines historic character with modern efficiency. The price of €950,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €657,500, but the floor area is 46% larger than the typical home in Kalkhaven. For context, terraced houses in Dordrecht vary widely in size and price.
Kalkhaven is a small, historic enclave within Dordrecht's city centre. With just 190 residents, it feels intimate and quiet. Most households are singles (65%), and there are few children. The area is very urban (address density 3,694 per km²), yet it has a village-like atmosphere. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, so the character is best experienced in person. The neighbourhood Kalkhaven is known for its monumental buildings and proximity to the water.
For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a second Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. SPAR and Dirk are also within easy reach. Two primary schools are a couple of streets away: Landelijk Onderwijs aan Varende Kinderen and IKC De Horizon. The municipality Dordrecht offers a compact city centre with restaurants, a library, and a park all within a ten-minute walk.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including ZOOMER Makelaardij. The listing is complete with all key details provided.
Details of this home
Prinsenstraat 49, Dordrecht
Data from Kalkhaven
Data from Kalkhaven
46 within 5 km
102 within 5 km
About Prinsenstraat 49, Dordrecht
The asking price is €950,000, which is above the neighbourhood average of €657,500. However, this home is 186 m², 46% larger than the average 127 m² in Kalkhaven. The price per m² works out to about €5,108, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €5,238 per m². Given the size, energy label A+++, and central location, the price reflects the premium for a spacious, energy-efficient monumental home.
The energy label is A+++, the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with excellent insulation and likely features like a heat pump and solar panels. Heating costs will be very low compared to older homes. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have label A+ or better, so this house is among the most efficient in Kalkhaven.
Dordrecht train station is 1.4 km away, about a 17-minute walk or a short cycle. The station offers connections to Rotterdam, The Hague, and other cities.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Landelijk Onderwijs aan Varende Kinderen is 340 m away, IKC De Horizon is 388 m, and Katholieke Basisschool de Toermalijn is 602 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.8 km away. The area has a total of 102 schools within 5 km, so there is plenty of choice.
Kalkhaven had 18 total crimes recorded in the latest data. With only 190 residents, this translates to a crime rate of about 95 per 1,000 inhabitants, which is relatively high. However, the area is in the city centre, so some incidents are expected. It's always a good idea to check recent trends with local sources.
Currently, there are only 2 homes for sale in Kalkhaven, including this one. The market is tight, with only 6 homes sold in the recent period. The average time to sell was 36 days, indicating that properties move reasonably quickly. This house is the most expensive available in the neighbourhood.
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