A compact apartment in IJmuiden
This apartment on Scheldestraat 33 sits in the Kikvorsbuurt neighbourhood of IJmuiden, a part of the municipality of Velsen. Built in 1968, it is a single-floor home with two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, covering 52 square metres according to the agent. The asking price of €259,000 is 27% below the average asking price of €353,000 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side compared with the local market. For a sense of what else is available, you can compare with other apartments in Velsen.
The home itself
The apartment has one floor, with a living area of 52 square metres as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 54 square metres. The home has two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom. The volume of the property is 180 cubic metres. The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The property was built in 1968, a fact that stands on its own without implying anything about its condition.
Life in Kikvorsbuurt
Kikvorsbuurt is a small neighbourhood with about 1,240 residents, and a large share of single-person households at 47%. Residents of the municipality of Velsen, rather than this specific neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.29 based on 14 reviews. One resident says: "Safe, clean, lots of nature." Another notes: "Many houses in the Rivierenbuurt are old and poorly insulated," which points to concerns about energy costs and maintenance in some parts. A third resident mentions the Wijkeroogpark being "right on your doorstep," adding a green touch to the area. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, so they may not capture the exact character of the Kikvorsbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Dekamarkt supermarket is just around the corner, with a Vomar a couple of streets away. Primary school Het Kompas is a five-minute walk, and the GP practice Medisch Centrum IJmuiden is on your doorstep. The pharmacy IJmuider Apotheek Ledeboer is just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop IJmuiden, Scheldestraat is right outside, served by lines 3, 74, 382, 385 and N30. The nearest train station is Driehuis, about 2.5 kilometres away, and the hospital Rode Kruis Ziekenhuis in Beverwijk is a ten-minute drive. All of this sits within the municipality of Velsen.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €248,000 as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 4% above this WOZ value, a comparison that is factual and carries no judgement. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 71%, from €145,000 to €248,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise at 46 dB and industrial noise at 47 dB are both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050, and heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Brantjes Makelaars Velsen.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Features
Details of this home
Transfer
Price
Energy
Save up to € 400 on your energy billCompare nowAreas and volume
Layout
Construction
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 Scheldestraat 33, Ijmuiden
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €259,000 is 4% above the WOZ value of €248,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. This comparison is a factual observation and does not imply that the home is overpriced or a bargain.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a single-floor apartment with two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 52 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 54 square metres. The volume of the property is 180 cubic metres.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared with homes that have a more efficient label. The label does not say anything about the structural condition of the home, only about its energy performance.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from KCAF. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on the postcode area, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1968, which is a fact about its age, not a diagnosis of its foundation.
How noisy is the area around Scheldestraat?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 64 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Aircraft noise is 46 dB Lden and industrial noise is 47 dB Lden, both below the standard. These figures come from public data and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is Dekamarkt at 295 metres, followed by a Vomar at 394 metres and another Vomar at 435 metres. There is also a Dekamarkt at 651 metres and an Albert Heijn at 880 metres. All are within a short walk or bike ride.
Which schools are close by?
Primary school Het Kompas is 261 metres away, and De Vliegende Hollander is at 700 metres. For secondary education, Tendercollege VMBO-LWOO is at 889 metres. There are also special education options nearby, including De Boekanier at 868 metres and Antoniusschool IJmuiden at 883 metres.
What public transport options are available?
The bus stop IJmuiden, Scheldestraat is just 44 metres away, served by lines 3, 74, 382, 385 and N30. Another stop, IJmuiden, Rotonde Stadspark, is at 322 metres with lines 3 and 74. The nearest train station is Driehuis, about 2.5 kilometres away.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home increased by 71%, from €145,000 to €248,000. This reflects the municipal valuation over that period, which is used for tax purposes and may not match the actual market value at any given time.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the municipality of Velsen give their living environment an average score of 7.29, based on 14 reviews. One resident mentions feeling safe and enjoying nature, while another points out that some older homes in the area have insulation issues. These reviews cover the wider municipality, not just the Kikvorsbuurt neighbourhood.
