A calm apartment in Velserbroek
This apartment on Maan Bastion sits in the quiet Bastionbuurt, a neighbourhood where you can go your own way or find cosiness when you want it. With a last known rent of €1,525 per month, it was keenly priced compared with the average in the area, which was 17% lower than the neighbourhood average of €1,840. The home is one of the [apartments in Velsen]( /huurwoningen/velsen/appartementen/ ) currently available. This home has not been online since 16 September 2026.
The Bastionbuurt neighbourhood
[The Bastionbuurt neighbourhood]( /buurt/bastionbuurt-velsen/ ) is home to about 2,200 people, with a mix of ages and household types. One resident describes it as having nice neighbours, though the village itself lacks a soul. They also note that all the shops you need are there, and public transport and main roads are nearby. Based on one review, this gives a sense of a practical, friendly place to live.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the Dekamarkt is on your doorstep, just 95 metres away, and a Vomar is just around the corner. For schools, there are several primary options within a short walk, including Openbare Basisschool De Pionier and De Rozenbeek. The municipality of Velsen provides the wider surroundings, with parks and a library also close by.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Vesteda.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Maan Bastion 242, Velserbroek
Was €1,525 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,525 was 17% below the neighbourhood average of €1,840, and the floor area of 69 m² was smaller than the average of 116 m². So you are paying less per month, but for a smaller space. Whether it was fair depended on what you value, but the price was on the lower side for the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. This meant the home was likely to have lower energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as registered.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The nearest supermarket is a Dekamarkt just 95 metres away, so you can be there in under a minute on foot. A Vomar is also close, at 178 metres. For a wider choice, there are more supermarkets within a few kilometres, including another Dekamarkt and a PLUS.
What schools are nearby?
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Openbare Basisschool De Pionier is 313 metres away, De Rozenbeek is 380 metres, and De Beekvliet and Basisschool De Hoeksteen are both around 396 metres. For secondary education, the nearest is about 3 kilometres away.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 2.8 kilometres from the apartment. That is a short cycle or a few minutes by car, making it feasible for commuting or day trips.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Bastionbuurt has about 2,200 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. One resident says the neighbours are nice, but the village has no soul, though it has all the shops you need. Public transport and main roads are nearby, which adds to the convenience.
