A quiet spot in Grassen- Waterbuurt
This terraced house on Waterpeper 21 sits in the Grassen- Waterbuurt neighbourhood of Gouda, a residential area where the streets are calm and the pace is easy. Built in 1975, the home has a classic layout that many will recognise, and it comes with an energy label C. The asking price of €499,000 is 17% below the average asking price of €599,667 for homes in this neighbourhood, and it is the cheapest of the six homes currently for sale here. For comparison, [terraced houses in Gouda]( /koopwoningen/gouda/tussenwoningen/) are listed at an average of €4,462 per square metre, while this home comes in at €4,495 per square metre.
The home itself
Inside, the house offers four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area measures 111 square metres, and the plot is 206 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The property has a garden at the back, facing north, and a detached brick garage. It is a single-family home with full ownership, and the heating runs on a central heating boiler. The agent describes the setting as on a quiet road in a residential area.
Life in Grassen- Waterbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Gouda give their living environment an average score of 7.11, based on 26 reviews. One resident says: "I think it's a cosy and nice neighbourhood where I feel very safe." Another notes: "The neighbourhood is safe, social and is growing towards a better environment and in terms of facilities." A third resident mentions: "Little greenery, often a lot of rubbish. But there are good small businesses and supermarkets in the neighbourhood." The neighbourhood itself has about 1,465 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For a closer look at what this area is like, you can read more about [the Grassen- Waterbuurt neighbourhood]( /buurt/grassen-waterbuurt-gouda/).
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest supermarket, Albert Heijn, is just around the corner, and Lidl, Jumbo, Coop and PLUS are all within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Plaswijckschool is a couple of streets away, and Antoniusmavo XL is also close by. The GP practice Huisartsengroepspraktijk Bloemendaal and Apotheek Joh. Rond are both about a ten-minute walk, and the Groene Hart Ziekenhuis is a bit further. Public transport is well within reach: bus stop Gouda, Blommesteinsingel is on your doorstep with line 1, and stops at Watergraspad and Breevaartbrug are just around the corner with lines 178 and 726. Gouda train station is about a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of Gouda offers all the facilities you might need, as you can see on the page for [the municipality of Gouda]( /gemeente/gouda/).
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €501,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is virtually equal to the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 58%, from €317,000 to €501,000. As for the address, the noise levels from road, rail and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. The area-level indications for pluvial flooding and flood risk are both medium, as is the flood risk for 2050. Heat stress is currently low, but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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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 Waterpeper 21, Gouda
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €499,000 is virtually equal to the WOZ value of €501,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 58%, from €317,000 in 2020 to €501,000 in 2025. This gives an idea of how the value has developed, but the asking price is what the seller is asking for now.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
The home has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 111 square metres, and the plot is 206 square metres. There is a garden at the back facing north, and a detached brick garage. The property is a single-family home with full ownership, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. The agent describes the setting as on a quiet road in a residential area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, with A being the most efficient and G the least efficient. A label C means the home is average in terms of energy efficiency, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The label is based on the building's characteristics, such as insulation and heating systems, but it does not tell you about the condition of the structure itself.
What are the risks related to foundation and flooding?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, but the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. The area-level indications for pluvial flooding and flood risk are both medium, and the flood risk for 2050 is also medium. Heat stress is currently low, but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 889 metres away, and Lidl, Jumbo, Coop and PLUS are all within a kilometre. Plaswijckschool is about 339 metres away, and Antoniusmavo XL is 371 metres. The GP practice Huisartsengroepspraktijk Bloemendaal is 739 metres away, and Apotheek Joh. Rond is 734 metres. The Groene Hart Ziekenhuis is about 1.2 kilometres away.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Gouda, Blommesteinsingel, about 228 metres away, with bus line 1. Stops at Watergraspad and Breevaartbrug are about 325 and 346 metres away, with lines 178 and 726. Gouda train station is about 1.6 kilometres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This gives you options for getting around the area and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Grassen- Waterbuurt neighbourhood has about 1,465 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. Residents across the municipality of Gouda give their living environment an average score of 7.11, based on 26 reviews. One resident says it is a cosy and safe neighbourhood, while another mentions that there is little greenery and sometimes rubbish, but good local businesses and supermarkets. The neighbourhood has a high share of owner-occupied homes, at 94%.
How does the price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €499,000 is 17% below the average asking price of €599,667 for homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood. It is also the cheapest of the six homes on the market here. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,462, while this home is listed at €4,495 per square metre. This gives a sense of where this property sits in the local market.
