A ninth-floor apartment in Overwhere-Noord
This apartment sits on the ninth floor of a block in Overwhere-Noord, a part of Purmerend where the streets are quiet and the shopping centre is a short stroll away. Built in 1978, the home has an energy label C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The asking price of €290,000 is keen, sitting 31% below the average asking price of €419,122 for homes in this neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price per square metre here is €4,063, while this apartment comes in at €4,754 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Purmerend, this one stands out for its price position.
Inside the home
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 61 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists it as 62 square metres. The home has a volume of 203 cubic metres. It is located on the ninth floor, which gives it a certain elevation within the block. The agent does not mention any garden, balcony, or garage, so outdoor space is not part of this listing.
Overwhere-Noord
Residents give the Overwhere-Noord neighbourhood an average score of 8.27 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as "Green and safe," adding that it is "Quiet and clean with a decent shopping centre in the neighbourhood." Another resident, who has lived here for 45 years, says: "No problem, I've lived here for 45 years, so I'm certainly happy. When someone passes away, we fly the flag at half-mast and honour them. Our flats have been renovated, completely maintenance-free, everyone is happy. Bus at the door, supermarket etc. 5 minutes walk, all that. Older, so it's nice to live here." A third resident mentions the 55-plus character of the block: "Can live here nicely, everything renovated, although there is often gossiping and peeping. I close my door and mind my own business, that's best." The neighbourhood has 5,790 inhabitants, and about a third of them are 65 or older. The housing stock here was built entirely between 1970 and 1990.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the Lidl and PLUS supermarkets are just around the corner, and the Vomar is a ten-minute walk away. The nearest primary school, Oecumenische Basisschool KlimOp, is on your doorstep, and there is also a secondary school, SG Antoni Gaudí, a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Mw. M. Pen & Mw. M. Voorberg is a five-minute walk, and Apotheek de Meeuw pharmacy is just as close. For public transport, the bus stop Purmerend, M.L.Kingweg with line 100 is on your doorstep, and the stop Purmerend, P.J.Oudlaan with lines 101, 102, 276, 306, 413, N06 and N07 is a couple of streets away. The train station Purmerend Overwhere is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Purmerend.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this apartment is €292,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 1% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 56%, from €187,000 to €292,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 58 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. The climate indications for this area include a low risk of pluvial flooding, an elevated current flood risk, and a medium flood risk by 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and remains medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Sopar Makelaars.
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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 De Roerdomp 166, Purmerend
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €290,000 is 1% below the WOZ value of €292,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is also 31% below the average asking price of €419,122 for homes in this neighbourhood, according to the housing market data.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 61 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists it as 62 square metres. The home has a volume of 203 cubic metres and is located on the ninth floor of the building.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy performance. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, with 38.8% of homes having label C, according to the housing market data.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settling, but the risk level is still indicated as low. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate data also shows a low risk of pluvial flooding and an elevated current flood risk.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Lidl and PLUS supermarkets are both about 213 metres away, which is just around the corner. The Vomar is about 1.1 kilometres away, a ten-minute walk. There are 18 supermarkets within five kilometres, so you have plenty of options for groceries.
How is the public transport in this area?
The bus stop Purmerend, M.L.Kingweg with line 100 is about 131 metres away, on your doorstep. The stop Purmerend, P.J.Oudlaan with lines 101, 102, 276, 306, 413, N06 and N07 is about 382 metres away. The train station Purmerend Overwhere is about 1.3 kilometres away, a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in Overwhere-Noord?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.27 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as "Green and safe" and mentions a decent shopping centre. Another resident, who has lived here for 45 years, appreciates the renovated flats and the convenience of the bus and supermarket. A third resident notes the 55-plus character of the block.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this apartment rose by 56%, from €187,000 to €292,000. The value increased each year, with a slight dip in 2023, but the overall trend is upward. The WOZ value is set by the municipality and is not the same as the market value.
Is there a school nearby for children?
The nearest primary school is Oecumenische Basisschool KlimOp, about 202 metres away, which is on your doorstep. There is also Openbare Basisschool 't Carrousel at about 773 metres, a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, SG Antoni Gaudí is about 797 metres away, and Scholengemeenschap Gerrit Rietveld is about 848 metres away.
