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Molendijk, Castricum
NeighbourhoodThis two-room apartment on C.F. Smeetslaan offers a straightforward layout in a well-established part of Castricum. At €285,000, the asking price is 43% below the neighbourhood average of €502,868, which makes it a notably keen entry point into the local market, especially when compared to other apartments in Castricum.
The Molendijk area is a mixed residential zone with a strong sense of community. Based on one review, a resident notes: "The neighbourhood is reasonably okay, there are plans for new construction in the Geesterduin 2.0 area, but our complex is not included in this renovation." The same resident also mentions poor insulation and safety concerns. CBS figures show that the Molendijk neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households and a significant share of residents aged 65 and over, giving it a calm, settled character.
For daily groceries, Vomar is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Ekoplaza and Dekamarkt are within a ten-minute walk. Primary schools are close by: Vrije school Castricum is a five-minute walk, and Kindcentrum Helmgras is also within easy reach. For secondary education, Supreme College is about a ten-minute walk. The train station is a 1.6 km walk, making it feasible for commuters. The municipality of Castricum offers a range of amenities, including a park and a library within walking distance.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via Rietveld Makelaars.
Details of this home
C.F. Smeetslaan 55, Castricum
Very good · 1 resident
The neighbourhood is reasonably okay, there are plans for new construction in the Geesterduin 2.0 area, but our complex is not included in this renovation. The insulation of the homes, including mine, is so poor that it feels like your ceiling is a thin garden fence; everything that moves above crashes loudly into the bedroom below. Neighbours also suffer severely from mould due to the poor insulation. In terms of safety, the complex is easy to access for burglaries and is very prone to break-ins. The police are often quick to respond if needed.
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About C.F. Smeetslaan 55, Castricum
The asking price of €285,000 is 43% below the neighbourhood average of €502,868, which makes it one of the most affordable options in Molendijk. However, the floor area of 50 m² is 57% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 116 m², so the price per square metre is in line with the local market. The energy label E also means higher heating costs to expect.
The energy label is E, which is below the average for homes in Molendijk. In the neighbourhood, 45% of homes have label C and 25% have label A, so this apartment is less efficient. You can expect higher energy bills compared to a more modern home.
The train station is 1.6 km from the apartment, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride. Castricum station offers direct connections to Alkmaar and Amsterdam.
Based on one resident review, the neighbourhood is described as "reasonably okay" but with concerns about insulation and safety. The area has a mix of ages, with a notable number of residents aged 65 and over, and many single-person households.
Yes, Vomar is just around the corner (108 m), and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away (256 m). Ekoplaza and Dekamarkt are within a ten-minute walk, so daily shopping is very convenient.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: Vrije school Castricum (279 m), Kindcentrum Helmgras (400 m), and Basisschool De Kustlijn (488 m). For secondary education, Supreme College is 666 m away.
The resident review mentions that the complex is "very prone to break-ins" and "easy to access for burglaries." CBS data records 147 total crimes in the neighbourhood, but without a breakdown, it is hard to compare. The police are said to respond quickly if needed.
The listing states it is an apartment with 50 m² of floor area, built in 1977.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Molendijk
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