A grand old terraced house on the Vliet
This is a home with real presence, a 1915 terraced house on Vliet Noordzijde in the heart of Rijnsburg, part of the municipality of Katwijk. The setting is lively, right in the centre with an open view, though the agent notes it sits on a busy road. With a living area of 189 m² according to the agent, this is a substantial home, and the asking price is €795,000. For context, [terraced houses in Katwijk]( /koopwoningen/katwijk/tussenwoningen/ ) give a sense of what else is available in the wider area.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a semi-detached family home with six rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The volume is 703 m³, and there is a rear garden of 10 m², reached via the back alley and facing northeast, plus a roof terrace. The home has full ownership, so no ground lease to consider. According to the agent, the insulation includes roof insulation and double glazing, and the heating is provided by a combination boiler, a gas fireplace and partial underfloor heating. The energy label is G, the least efficient label, so expect high energy costs. The living area is listed as 189 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 179 m².
The Centrum neighbourhood
Rijnsburg's Centrum is a compact, village-like place where, according to residents of the wider district, people know each other and life moves a little slower. One resident describes it as a charming and lively place with a rich history and a strong sense of community, close to the dunes and the coast. Another says it is a decent neighbourhood with little crime, easily accessible and centrally located. Residents of the district give an average score of 7.59, based on six reviews. The neighbourhood itself has around 1,860 inhabitants, and a large share, 29%, are aged 65 or over. This is [the Centrum neighbourhood]( /buurt/centrum-buurt-katwijk/ ) as it is today, a mix of historic charm and modern amenities.
Daily life and getting around
Everyday errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with a Coop a couple of streets away and a Hoogvliet just beyond. For schools, the Koningin Wilhelminaschool is a five-minute walk, and the Visser 't Hooft Lyceum for secondary education is just around the corner. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Zaaijer is a couple of streets away, and the pharmacy Apotheek Sloothaak is even closer. For public transport, bus stops at Splitsing-Oost and Noordeinde are a five-minute walk, served by lines 20 and 21, and Leiden Centraal station is about 3.8 km away. All of this sits within [the municipality of Katwijk]( /gemeente/katwijk/ ), which offers the wider surroundings.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home, as set by the municipality, was €735,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% above this WOZ value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value rose by 80%, from €409,000 to €735,000. As for the address itself, the area-level indications show road traffic noise at 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise at 46 dB Lden is not above the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the home being built before 1970 and the fact that 64% of properties in this postcode area date from before 1970, on sandy soil. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van Duijn Makelaardij B.V. and their listing on Funda.
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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 Vliet Noordzijde 45, Rijnsburg
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €795,000 is 8% above the WOZ value of €735,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the official valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 80%, from €409,000 to €735,000, though it dipped slightly from €797,000 in 2024 to €735,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this is a semi-detached family home with six rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The volume is 703 m³. There is a rear garden of 10 m², facing northeast and reached via the back alley, plus a roof terrace. The living area is listed as 189 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 179 m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you should expect high energy costs for heating and hot water. The agent does state that the home has roof insulation and double glazing, and the heating is provided by a combination boiler, a gas fireplace and partial underfloor heating. The label itself does not reflect the condition of the home, only its energy efficiency.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to area-level data from KCAF. This is based on the home being built before 1970, specifically in 1915, and the fact that 64% of properties in this postcode area date from before 1970. The soil type is sand. This is an indication at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Area-level data from Atlas Leefomgeving shows road traffic noise at 59 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Aircraft noise is measured at 46 dB Lden, which is not above the standard. These figures are based on 2022 data and are indications for the area around the address, not a measurement taken at the home itself.
How close are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The Albert Heijn is just 99 metres away, on your doorstep, with a Coop at 346 metres and a Hoogvliet at 410 metres. For schools, the Koningin Wilhelminaschool is 237 metres away, and the Visser 't Hooft Lyceum for secondary education is 271 metres away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Zaaijer is 197 metres away, and the pharmacy Apotheek Sloothaak is 166 metres away.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest bus stops are Rijnsburg, Splitsing-Oost at 320 metres and Rijnsburg, Noordeinde at 358 metres, both served by lines 20 and 21. There is also Rijnsburg, Splitsing-West at 360 metres, served by lines 30 and 31. The nearest train station is Leiden Centraal, about 3.8 km away. These stops are within a five-minute walk from the home.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider district, which includes this neighbourhood, give an average score of 7.59 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident describes it as a charming and lively place with a rich history and a strong sense of community, close to the dunes and the coast. Another says it is a decent neighbourhood with little crime, easily accessible and centrally located. These reviews reflect the district, not just the Centrum neighbourhood itself.
How does the price per square metre compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre, based on the agent's living area of 189 m², is €4,206. The average asking price per square metre for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood is €5,735, based on the neighbourhood housing market data. The average living area of homes for sale in the neighbourhood is 108 m², while this home is 189 m² according to the agent.
