A historic terraced house on the Waagstraat
This terraced house from 1860 sits in the heart of Schoonhoven-Oude Stad, the historic centre of Schoonhoven. With its classic facade and compact footprint, it is a home with character in a setting that feels like a step back in time. The asking price is €289,000, which is 50% below the average asking price of €583,316 for homes in this neighbourhood, and it is the cheapest of the 38 homes currently for sale here. For context, [terraced houses in Krimpenerwaard]( /koopwoningen/krimpenerwaard/tussenwoningen/ ) are listed at various price points, but this one stands out for its affordability.
Inside the home
The agent lists a living area of 57 m², while the BAG registration records 55 m². The plot is 38 m² according to both sources. The home has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. The home was built in 1860, a fact that speaks to its age and character.
Life in Schoonhoven-Oude Stad
Residents across the municipality of Krimpenerwaard give their living environment an average score of 7.37, based on eleven reviews. One resident, who has lived there for 42 years, says: "Pretty good!" and notes that little has been done about the front and back gardens of various houses. Another resident describes it as a "Quiet classic historic village centre," adding that people know each other and help each other, and that the village has a lively shopping street with specialist shops. A third resident says the neighbourhood was always good, but notes that many people are moving away. The neighbourhood itself has about 3,705 residents, with a high share of one-person households at 50%. [The Schoonhoven-Oude Stad neighbourhood]( /buurt/schoonhoven-oude-stad-krimpenerwaard/ ) is part of a historic town centre, and the reviews reflect that character.
Amenities and transport
The SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, with Albert Heijn just around the corner and PLUS a couple of streets away. For daily needs, the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Van der Gaag is a five-minute walk, and the Schoonhovense Apotheek is similarly close. Two primary schools, Rooms Katholieke basisschool de Krullevaar and obs Koningin Emma, are both within a couple of streets. Bus stops at Schoonhoven-Noord, Veer, and Schoonhoven-West are all around a five-minute walk, served by lines 395, 497, and 505. The nearest train station is Gouda Goverwelle, about 10.6 km away. [The municipality of Krimpenerwaard]( /gemeente/krimpenerwaard/ ) offers a range of amenities, and this home is well placed within it.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this home, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. According to public risk data at the address level, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the home's construction in 1860 on clay soil, with a note that 4% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate risk data indicates elevated pluvial flooding risk and elevated current flood risk, with medium risk by 2050, and medium heat stress both now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Peltenburg Makelaardij & Taxaties and Peltenburg Makelaardij & Taxaties on Pararius.
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About Waagstraat 4, Schoonhoven
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €289,000 is 50% below the average asking price of €583,316 for homes currently for sale in Schoonhoven-Oude Stad. It is also the cheapest of the 38 homes listed in this neighbourhood. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,764, while this home is listed at €5,070 per m² based on the agent's floor area. No judgement is made here about whether the price is high or low relative to the market.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 57 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 55 m². The plot is 38 m². The home was built in 1860 and has an energy label E, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this home. Without it, there is no official municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The asking price of €289,000 stands on its own, and no comparison with a WOZ value can be made.
What are the foundation risks for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to public risk data. This is based on the home being built in 1860 on clay soil, with a note that 4% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The ground water level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risks for wooden foundations.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep at 49 metres, with Albert Heijn at 391 metres and PLUS at 673 metres. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Van der Gaag is 398 metres away, and the Schoonhovense Apotheek is 363 metres. Two primary schools, Rooms Katholieke basisschool de Krullevaar and obs Koningin Emma, are both within 124 metres. Bus stops at Schoonhoven-Noord, Veer, and Schoonhoven-West are all around 500 metres, served by lines 395, 497, and 505.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Krimpenerwaard give their living environment an average score of 7.37, based on eleven reviews. One resident, who has lived there for 42 years, says it is "Pretty good!" and notes that little has been done about the front and back gardens of various houses. Another describes it as a "Quiet classic historic village centre," with people who know each other and help each other. A third says the neighbourhood was always good, but notes that many people are moving away.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Gouda Goverwelle, which is about 10.6 km away. This is a significant distance, so train travel would require a bus or car journey first. The bus stops at Schoonhoven-Noord, Veer, and Schoonhoven-West are all around 500 metres from the home, with lines 395, 497, and 505 providing local connections.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this home is E. This is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The label is a measure of the home's energy performance, but it does not indicate the structural condition of the property. The home was built in 1860, which is a fact about its age, but no further details about insulation or installations are stated in the listing.
