A charming hofjeswoning in Delft
This terraced house on Westerstraat 14 sits in the Westerkwartier, a part of Delft where the streets feel calm and the pace of life is gentle. The home itself is a hofjeswoning, a type of courtyard house that gives the area its intimate character. With a price of €375,000, the asking price is 17% below the average asking price of €449,738 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the keen side of the market. For comparison, terraced houses in Delft typically sell in a range that this home sits comfortably within.
Inside the home
Built in 1877, this two-storey home has three rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 73 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent's listing states 50 m². The plot measures 65 m². The home has a patio and front garden of 24 m², facing southwest. According to the agent, the property has mostly double glazing, HR glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is a freehold property, so you own the land and the building outright.
Life in the Westerkwartier
The Westerkwartier is a compact neighbourhood with a mix of old and new, where most homes were built before 1945. Residents of the district of Hof van Delft, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.63 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "I've lived here for 20 years and have always enjoyed it. The neighbours are friendly and everything is within easy cycling distance." Another resident is less positive: "People live past each other. Shit everywhere, owners don't clean up anything." The neighbourhood has about 2,985 inhabitants, and a large share of households are single-person homes. The Westerkwartier neighbourhood is a place where you can find both quiet corners and lively streets.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, a SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. Freinetschool Delft, a primary school, is a couple of streets away, and there are several secondary schools within a short walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk NieuwDelft, and the Hof van Delft Apotheek are both just around the corner. Public transport is well served: the tram stop Delft Station, with lines 1, 19 and N5, is on your doorstep, and the bus station at Station Delft, with lines 33, 37, 53, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 69, 455 and 633, is just around the corner. The train station Delft is a five-minute walk away. The municipality of Delft offers a range of amenities within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €362,000, as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 4% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 49%, from €243,000 to €362,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the home being built in 1877 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk of pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Björnd Makelaardij and Björnd Makelaardij 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 Westerstraat 14, Delft
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €375,000 is 4% above the WOZ value of €362,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The asking price is also 17% below the average asking price of €449,738 for homes in this neighbourhood, which suggests it is priced keenly relative to the local market.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, this is a two-storey terraced house with three rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 73 m² in the BAG registration, while the agent's listing states 50 m². The plot measures 65 m². There is a patio and front garden of 24 m², facing southwest. The home is a freehold property.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has an energy label D. This label indicates the energy efficiency of the home, with lower labels generally meaning higher energy costs. The agent states that the home has mostly double glazing, HR glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. These features can help with energy consumption, but the label D suggests that energy costs may be moderate compared to more efficient homes.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the home being built in 1877 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk of pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk is low.
What amenities are nearby?
A SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. Freinetschool Delft, a primary school, is a couple of streets away, and there are several secondary schools within a short walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk NieuwDelft, and the Hof van Delft Apotheek are both just around the corner. The train station Delft is a five-minute walk away.
How is the public transport in this area?
Public transport is well served. The tram stop Delft Station, with lines 1, 19 and N5, is on your doorstep. The bus station at Station Delft, with lines 33, 37, 53, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 69, 455 and 633, is just around the corner. The train station Delft is a five-minute walk away, offering connections to other cities.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the district of Hof van Delft, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.63 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "I've lived here for 20 years and have always enjoyed it. The neighbours are friendly and everything is within easy cycling distance." Another resident is less positive, mentioning issues with cleanliness and cycling behaviour.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value of this home has risen by 49% between 2020 and 2025, from €243,000 to €362,000. This increase reflects the general trend in the local housing market. The current WOZ value, as of 1 January 2025, is €362,000, and the asking price is 4% above this value.
