A compact apartment in the heart of Castricum
This apartment on the C.F. Smeetslaan sits in the Molendijk neighbourhood, right in the centre of Castricum, in a residential area with an open view. Built in 1977, it is a compact home with a living area of 51 m² according to the agent, and 50 m² according to the BAG registration. The asking price is €275,000, which is 51% below the average asking price of €556,706 for homes in this neighbourhood, and it is the cheapest of the 17 homes currently for sale here. For more options, see apartments in Castricum.
What the home offers
The apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor on the second storey. There is a balcony, and the home is in full ownership. According to the agent, the insulation consists of partly double glazing and largely double glazing, and the home is heated by block heating. The volume is 169 m³. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €319.
Life in Molendijk
Molendijk is a neighbourhood where residents give the municipality of Castricum an average score of 8.0, based on five reviews. One resident describes the area as "wonderfully quiet, green and very cosy", adding that "everyone knows each other". Another resident highlights the beautiful nature, with "lots of greenery and water that attract birds and wildlife", and mentions the fountain opposite the Geesterduin shopping centre as a favourite spot. The same resident notes that both the forests and the beach are within 10 minutes, and that there are many playgrounds for children. The neighbourhood has 3,360 residents, of whom 31% are 65 or older. These reviews describe the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood. For more on the area, see the Molendijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well covered here. The Vomar supermarket is on your doorstep, and the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, open until 10 PM according to a resident. For primary education, Vrije school Castricum is a couple of streets away, and Kindcentrum Helmgras is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Leemhuis & Van der Maarel, a five-minute walk away, and the Service Apotheek Geesterduin is just around the corner. Bus stop Castricum, De Loet, with line 167, is on your doorstep, and Castricum train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Castricum offers further amenities and connections, as described on the page for the municipality of Castricum.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price or historical development can be made. Regarding address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. For climate, the indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk and the 2050 flood risk are both low. Heat stress is indicated as medium for both the current situation and 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Rietveld Makelaars and other listings. The agent is Rietveld Makelaars.
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About C.F. Smeetslaan 55, Castricum
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €275,000. This is 51% below the average asking price of €556,706 for homes currently for sale in the Molendijk neighbourhood, and it is the cheapest of the 17 homes on the market here. The price per square metre, based on the agent's stated living area of 51 m², is €5,392.
How many rooms does the apartment have?
The apartment has two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom. It is located on the second floor and has a balcony. The living area is 51 m² according to the agent, and 50 m² according to the BAG registration. The volume is 169 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is E. This is a relatively low label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient labels. The agent notes that the home has partly double glazing and largely double glazing, and it is heated by block heating.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €319. This is a fixed amount that goes towards the maintenance of the shared parts of the building. The fee is stated in the listing, but the details of what it covers are not specified.
What is the WOZ value of this apartment?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for property taxes, and it is determined by the municipality. Without this figure, no comparison with the asking price or historical development can be made.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public address-level data, the noise from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. No further details are provided in the listing.
What are the flood and heat risks for this area?
For climate risks, the indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk and the 2050 flood risk are both low. Heat stress is indicated as medium for both the current situation and 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not specific to this property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Vomar supermarket is just 108 metres away, and the Albert Heijn is 256 metres away. A resident mentions that the Albert Heijn is open until 10 PM, which is handy for evening shopping. There are also other options within a short distance, including Ekoplaza, Dekamarkt, and Aldi.
What schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, Vrije school Castricum is 279 metres away, Kindcentrum Helmgras is 400 metres away, and Basisschool De Kustlijn is 488 metres away. For secondary education, Supreme College is 666 metres away. A resident notes that there are three secondary schools in the area, offering a choice for different levels.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Castricum, De Loet, just 62 metres away, served by line 167. Another stop, Castricum, Dorpsstraat, is 284 metres away with lines 164 and 167. Castricum train station is 1,078 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. A resident mentions that the neighbourhood has excellent public transport connections.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the municipality of Castricum give an average score of 8.0, based on five reviews. One resident describes the area as "wonderfully quiet, green and very cosy", while another highlights the beautiful nature and the convenience of nearby shops and schools. These reviews describe the wider municipality, not just the Molendijk neighbourhood.
