Overwhere-Zuid, Purmerend
NeighbourhoodThis first-floor apartment on Sportlaan sits in a leafy part of Purmerend, with a calm, residential feel. At 69 m² and built in 1965, it has a practical layout and an energy label D, something to factor in, as most homes for sale in the neighbourhood have a better rating. The asking price of €325,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €375,000, but it's still a competitive entry point for apartments in Purmerend.
Overwhere-Zuid is a green, well-connected neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. Based on three reviews, residents appreciate the quiet streets and friendly atmosphere. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood with nice people." Another adds: "Nice neighbourhood, many nice neighbours. Green. Good accessibility." The area is densely populated, over 6,300 residents, and has a mix of ages, with many families and singles. Most homes were built between 1945 and 1970, and half are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Overwhere-Zuid.
Daily errands are easy: Vomar is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For a bigger shop, AH XL is a five-minute walk. Families have several schools nearby, including Basisschool 't Prisma (a couple of streets away) and Openbare Basisschool 't Carrousel (a five-minute walk). The neighbourhood also has plenty of green spaces, a park is on your doorstep. For more about the wider area, check the municipality Purmerend.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Sopar Makelaars.
Details of this home
Sportlaan 1, Purmerend
Very good · 3 residents
Quiet neighbourhood with nice people
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, many nice neighbours. Green. Good accessibility.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood neighbourhood, many amenities and lots of greenery
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Data from Overwhere-Zuid
17 within 5 km
41 within 5 km
About Sportlaan 1, Purmerend
The asking price of €325,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €375,000 and the median of €375,000. However, this apartment is 69 m², while the average sold home in Overwhere-Zuid is 90 m². The price per m² works out to about €4,710, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €4,232 per m². So while the total price is lower, you're paying a premium per square metre.
The energy label is D, which is average for a home of this age. In Overwhere-Zuid, most homes for sale have a better label: 21% are A, 8% B, and 50% C. Only about 21% are D or lower. A D label means higher energy costs than a modern home, so it's worth factoring into your budget.
Overwhere-Zuid is family-friendly, with many households with children (1,050 out of 2,755 households). There are several primary schools within walking distance, like Basisschool 't Prisma (230 m) and Openbare Basisschool 't Carrousel (463 m). The area is green and quiet, with a park just 500 m away. Residents describe it as a nice neighbourhood with many neighbours and good accessibility.
The nearest train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk.
In Overwhere-Zuid, sold homes took an average of 37 days to sell. That's a reasonable pace, suggesting a balanced market. With 27 homes currently for sale and 92 sold recently, there is steady turnover.
The neighbourhood recorded 253 total crimes in the latest data. With over 6,300 residents, that works out to about 40 crimes per 1,000 people, which is moderate. Residents in reviews mention it as a quiet neighbourhood with nice people, so it generally feels safe.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Overwhere-Zuid