Kolkstraat 7H
Binnenstad, Purmerend
AreaA lively spot in the heart of Purmerend
This upper-floor apartment sits right in the middle of the Binnenstad, where the streets buzz with shops, cafés and everyday life. The 2004 building puts you on the third floor, with the centre's energy literally on your doorstep. At €350,000, the asking price is 4% above the WOZ value, which is in line with what you'd expect for a home in this spot. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Purmerend is €511,109, so this one sits well below that.
The home itself
Inside, you get three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom spread over a single floor. The living area is listed at 63 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration says 68 m². There's a balcony, and the home comes with roof insulation and double glazing, plus a central heating boiler. You own the property outright, so no leasehold to worry about.
The Binnenstad neighbourhood
Life here revolves around the compact centre, where everything is close at hand. Residents across the municipality of Purmerend give their living environment an average score of 7.84, based on 21 reviews. One resident says: "Fijne buurt, gezellig, veilig en vooral vriendelijk en kind vriendelijk." Another notes: "Quiet and clean with a decent shopping centre in the neighbourhood." A third is less positive, mentioning rising crime and tensions. The neighbourhood itself has around 1,800 residents, many living alone. It's a busy, urban area, with a high address density. For more on the area, see the Binnenstad neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Aldi and Dekamarkt a couple of streets away. For secondary education, Vonk Purmerend and Da Vinci College are both within walking distance. The GP practice Nota en Swart is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy is right on your doorstep. Bus stops at Gedempte Where and Gedempte Singelgracht are nearby, with lines 100, 101, 102, 103, 110 and more. Purmerend train station is a ten-minute walk. All this sits within the municipality of Purmerend.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €335,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 4% above that. The home has an energy label B. According to area-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic stay below. The foundation risk indication is medium, with peat soil that's sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and heat stress is currently low but could rise by 2050. These are indications for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via Hoekstra en Van Eck Purmerend and 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 Kolkstraat 7H, Purmerend
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €350,000, while the WOZ value is €335,000 as of 1 January 2025. That puts the asking price 4% above the WOZ value. The WOZ is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so it's just one reference point.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 63 m², while the BAG registration says 68 m². There's also a balcony, and the home is on the third floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B. This is an efficient label, so you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared to less efficient homes. The home also has roof insulation and double glazing, which helps keep the heat in.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data. The soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. In this postcode area, 57% of buildings were built before 1970, and 2% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
How noisy is it here?
Area-level data shows road traffic noise at 53 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Rail noise is 38 dB Lden and air traffic 42 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements at this specific property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is just 59 metres away, so it's on your doorstep. Aldi is 323 metres and Dekamarkt 359 metres, both just around the corner. There's also a Lidl at 524 metres and an AH XL at 794 metres.
Which schools are close by?
For secondary education, Vonk Purmerend is 463 metres away, Da Vinci College 570 metres, and Jan van Egmond Lyceum 591 metres. There's also a special primary school, Het Plankier, at 577 metres. Primary schools are about a kilometre away.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Purmerend, Gedempte Where, at 94 metres, with lines 100, 101, 102, 103, 110, 413, 416, N06 and N07. Purmerend train station is 758 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Binnenstad is the centre of Purmerend, with a high address density and many single-person households. Residents across the municipality give an average score of 7.84. One resident praises the friendly, child-friendly atmosphere, while another mentions quietness and cleanliness. A third raises concerns about crime. It's a lively, urban area.
Is there a risk of flooding?
The current flood risk is low, and it's expected to stay low in 2050. However, pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is medium. Heat stress is currently low but could become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications.
