Buying a home in De Bijlen, Alphen aan den Rijn.
You'll find solid, family-oriented homes in De Bijlen—mostly early 2000s villas and modern townhouses that fit nicely around quiet, tree-lined streets. It's the kind of place where neighbours actually know each other, and playgrounds get regular use. The neighborhood sits within easy reach of Alphen's centre and the Rijn itself, so you're never far from a walk or a bike ride into something greener. Schools are nearby, and the shops and cafés you need for everyday life are a short ride away.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in De Bijlen
Pros:
- Railway station Alphen aan den Rijn on the Utrecht–Amsterdam line, direct trains to Utrecht Centraal (18 min) and Amsterdam Centraal (35 min)
- Flat terrain throughout; cycling to Leiden or Utrecht is feasible
- New-build apartments and renovated townhouses dominate—low maintenance compared to older stock elsewhere
- Supermarkets (Albert Heijn, Jumbo) and pharmacies within walking distance on Churchillplein
Cons:
- Post-2000 suburban feel; little architectural variety or heritage
- Car-dependent for most errands outside the immediate grid; limited walkable destinations
- School waiting lists are common; primary school capacity is tight
- Noise from the A4 motorway audible in parts of De Bijlen
- Limited nightlife or independent restaurants; chain venues dominate
Living environment
More registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Alphen aan den Rijn
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 47.12
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 441
- Residential burglary
- 8
- Theft
- 58
- Violence and threats
- 59
- Vandalism and public order
- 46
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through September 2026
Finding a home in Alphen aan den Rijn
Choose homes in Alphen aan den Rijn that match what you need. When comparing listings, check the living area, layout and condition, and consider whether the home suits your plans.
Asking prices and sale prices in Alphen aan den Rijn
To judge whether the asking price is competitive, look at recent sales of homes with similar characteristics in Alphen aan den Rijn. The median sale price for the previous full quarter is only a reference for those recorded sales, not the value of this particular home.
The wider housing market in Alphen aan den Rijn
Buying a home in Alphen aan den Rijn? The median sale price was around € 450,000 in the previous full quarter. As a buyer, compare a home's living area and condition with similar homes and recent sales.
Updated: September 2026