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Palenstein, Zoetermeer
NeighbourhoodThis mid-terrace house on Van der Maasstraat sits in Palenstein, a neighbourhood in Zoetermeer that is very much in motion. With 147 m² of living space, it is a good 26% larger than the average home in the area, a real bonus. The asking price of €450,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood median of €510,000, making it a sharp option for anyone looking for a terraced houses in Zoetermeer.
One resident describes Palenstein as the "Heart of renewal", noting that "modernisation and greenery take centre stage" and that the multicultural community creates a "lively and diverse atmosphere". The neighbourhood feels forward-looking, with improved homes and green spaces, yet retains a strong sense of connection among residents. It is a densely populated area (over 3,000 addresses per km²) with a mix of families and singles. The neighbourhood Palenstein is clearly one where change is happening.
For your morning bread, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and Dirk and Hoogvliet are a couple of streets away. School runs are easy: IKC De Kasteeltuyn and IKC De Achtsprong are both within a five-minute walk, and Erasmus College for secondary education is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Zoetermeer has plenty to offer, with a park or public garden just a couple of streets away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including De Makelaars Rotterdam en Zoetermeer, Van Herk Makelaars Lansingerland, and De Makelaars Jenné | Baars | Jenné.
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The asking price of €450,000 is below the neighbourhood median of €510,000 and the average of €496,125. Given that the house is 26% larger than the average home in Palenstein (147 m² vs 117 m²), the price per m² works out at about €3,061, which is well under the neighbourhood average of €4,331 per m². So it is priced keenly.
The home has energy label C. That is a decent rating, it means the home is reasonably efficient, though not as good as the newer A or A+ labels. In Palenstein, over 60% of homes have label A or better, so this one is slightly below the neighbourhood average. You can expect moderate energy costs.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle.
Palenstein has a mix of households: about 34% are families with children, 23% are couples without children, and 50% are single-person households. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and a secondary school about 600 m away. The resident review mentions a multicultural community and green spaces, which many families appreciate.
At 147 m², this house is 26% larger than the average home in Palenstein (117 m²). That is a significant difference, especially for a mid-terrace house. The plot is 124 m², which is typical for the area.
In the most recent data, there were 264 total crimes reported in the neighbourhood. That works out at about 48 per 1,000 residents, which is higher than the national average. However, the resident review describes a strong sense of community, and the area is undergoing renewal.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Palenstein in Zoetermeer is a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage. The multicultural community creates a lively and diverse atmosphere. With improved homes, green spaces and proximity to amenities, it is an attractive area for families and young professionals. The neighbourhood feels forward-looking, but retains a strong sense of connection among residents.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €485,607 | €447,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,284 | – |
| Rent price | €1,683 p/m | €1,765 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €16 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Super cosy neighbourhood with the shops and restaurants
Auto-translated to English by AIPalenstein in Zoetermeer is a neighbourhood in transformation, where modernisation and greenery take centre stage. The multicultural community creates a lively and diverse atmosphere. With improved homes, green spaces and proximity to amenities, it is an attractive area for families and young professionals. The neighbourhood feels forward-looking, but retains a strong sense of connection among residents.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's quite nice to live here, but the aggressive vagrants and smoking youths who rummage through bins are not for me. Otherwise, everything is easily accessible by car, bike, on foot, or with the RandstadRail.
Auto-translated to English by AIFelt like an industrial area rather than a neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €428,681 | €376,170 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,293 | – |
| Rent price | €1,547 p/m | €1,657 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
I live here with great pleasure. It is a quiet, green and pleasant neighbourhood where you can enjoy walking and nature. Everything you need is nearby (such as shops, public transport and other amenities). The neighbours are friendly and helpful, and there is a pleasant atmosphere. I feel safe here and can definitely recommend this neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice and cosy neighbourhood to live in.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live in a beautiful apartment on the Bentwoud and enjoy it every day in every season! The Bentwoud in particular is excellently maintained!!! The synergy and looking out for each other in the apartment complex disappoints us! That could be better! Otherwise, we live here just fine, and we also feel safe here!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live on the Bentwoud, and you can see, smell and feel it! I always have the feeling that we live in a healthy environment! We also feel safe in the beautiful apartment building. The only thing that disappoints us is the sense of community in our complex Panoramique Bentwoud. Neighbours hardly know each other and have little interest in others. We often organise something but there is little to no interest, a shame especially because there are many elderly people living there who could use some help and/or attention!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe live in a nice neighbourhood, sometimes there's a bit of trouble but where isn't there. Lovely house, nice neighbours and everything is easily accessible. In our flat we help each other when needed and there's also social control. We're having a great time here.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have shops, a tram and other businesses in the neighbourhood, such as a gym to provide for us. There are many trees and nature here, which makes it very quiet. Only it is often dirty and dull-coloured buildings that made the neighbourhood a bit boring.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighborhood is really quiet, sometimes too quiet in my opinion.
Auto-translated to English by AIToo few amenities
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €509,256 | €464,601 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,353 | – |
| Rent price | €1,592 p/m | €1,583 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 p/m | – |
Van der Maasstraat 12, Zoetermeer
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