A friendly terraced house on Sumatralaan
Sumatralaan 20 sits in Dijnselburg, a quiet residential pocket of Zeist where the streets feel calm and the pace of life is gentle. This terraced house, built in 1942, has a warm, traditional character that fits right into the neighbourhood's mix of pre-war and post-war homes. With an asking price of €450,000, the home is listed at a figure that is 32% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €664,571. For context, terraced houses in Zeist typically sell in a range that this home sits within.
Inside the home
The agent lists this as a five-room house with three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over multiple floors. The living area is given as 72 m² in the agent's listing, while the BAG registration records 75 m², and the plot is 140 m² in both sources. The home has been on the market since 30 October 2026, and the energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so you can expect reasonable energy costs. The year of construction, 1942, is a fact of the building's history, and the home's layout offers a practical, everyday flow.
Life in Dijnselburg
Dijnselburg is a neighbourhood where residents seem to genuinely enjoy where they live. Across the district of Zeist-Noord, residents give an average score of 8.53 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident describes it as "super cosy, accessible and nice place for the community", while another praises the "very nice and beautiful place, very nice houses and beautiful nature". The neighbourhood has around 3,300 residents, and the mix of households includes a fair share of families with children, which gives the streets a lively, family-friendly feel. The Dijnselburg neighbourhood is one where the community spirit comes through in the reviews, and the natural surroundings are clearly appreciated.
Amenities and getting around
For daily errands, the MCD supermarket is just around the corner, and the Jumbo is a five-minute walk away, so groceries are never far. The Wereldkidz Montessori Zeist Sumatralaan primary school is on your doorstep, and the Zeister Vrije School is a couple of streets away, making the school run easy. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Potgieter, is a ten-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek van Lennep is a bit further. For public transport, the bus stop at Zeist, Vrijheidsplein, is just around the corner with line 59, and the stop at Zeist, Nepveulaan, a five-minute walk, offers lines 59, 73, N9 and 575. The train station Driebergen-Zeist is about 3.9 km away, so a car or bike is handy for longer trips. The municipality of Zeist offers a good range of local amenities within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €440,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% above this WOZ value, which is a modest difference. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 67%, from €263,000 to €440,000, reflecting a strong upward trend in the area. As for address-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 48 dB Lden and from air traffic 39 dB Lden, both below the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, with a sandy soil type, though this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050, again as area-level indications.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Giesberts Makelaars and Giesberts Makelaars on Pararius.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Sumatralaan 20, Zeist
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €450,000 is 2% above the WOZ value of €440,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is slightly higher than the municipal valuation, but the difference is small. The WOZ value is a reference point, not the current market value, so the actual sale price can vary depending on market conditions and buyer interest.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this terraced house has five rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 72 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 75 m². The plot size is 140 m². The home was built in 1942 and has an energy label B, which is an efficient label, so you can expect reasonable energy costs.
What is the WOZ value development over the past five years?
The WOZ value has increased by 67% between 2020 and 2025, from €263,000 to €440,000. This shows a significant rise in the municipal valuation over that period. The reference date for the current WOZ value is 1 January 2025. This development reflects the broader trend in the area, though it does not guarantee future changes.
What are the foundation risk indications for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data. The soil type is sand, which is generally stable. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home, so it does not replace a professional survey. The home was built in 1942, which is before 1970, a factor that is noted in the risk data.
Which supermarkets are closest to Sumatralaan 20?
The nearest supermarket is MCD, which is about 358 metres away, so just around the corner. The Jumbo is about 614 metres away, a five-minute walk. There are also Hoogvliet, Lidl and another Jumbo within about 1.2 km, giving you several options for groceries. The MCD is the most convenient for a quick shop, while the Jumbo offers a wider range.
What public transport options are available near this home?
The nearest bus stop is Zeist, Vrijheidsplein, about 393 metres away, served by line 59. The stop at Zeist, Nepveulaan, about 439 metres away, offers lines 59, 73, N9 and 575. The train station Driebergen-Zeist is about 3.9 km away, so you would need a bike or car to reach it. Bus services provide local connections, but for longer journeys, the train is an option.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district Zeist-Noord, which includes Dijnselburg, give an average score of 8.53 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident describes it as "super cosy, accessible and nice place for the community", while another mentions "very nice and beautiful place, very nice houses and beautiful nature". The reviews highlight a strong sense of community and appreciation for the natural surroundings.
How does the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price per m² is €6,250, based on the agent's listed living area of 72 m². This is higher than the neighbourhood average asking price per m² of €5,344, but the home's total price is below the neighbourhood average asking price of €664,571. The living area is 43% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 127 m², which explains the higher per-m² figure.
