A ground-floor apartment in the heart of Castricum
This ground-floor apartment on Van Egmondstraat 5 sits in the Centrum-Noord neighbourhood of Castricum, a spot that feels both central and residential. Built in 1939, the home has a classic pre-war character. With an asking price of €325,000, it is the cheapest of the ten homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood, and the price is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €667,000. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,884, while this home comes in at €4,167 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Castricum, this one stands out for its price point.
What the home offers
This apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 78 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 73 square metres. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership. It is located on the ground floor, in the centre and within a residential area. The property has been listed since 23 October 2026.
Life in Centrum-Noord
Centrum-Noord is a neighbourhood where residents know each other, as one resident puts it: "The neighbourhood is wonderfully quiet, green and very cosy. Everyone knows each other." Another resident highlights the natural surroundings: "The nature in the neighbourhood is beautiful. Lots of greenery and water that attract birds and wildlife." Across the municipality of Castricum, residents give an average score of 8.0, based on five reviews. The neighbourhood has about 2,430 residents, and 27% are aged 65 or older. One resident notes that the neighbourhood is "reasonably okay" but mentions that the insulation in their complex is poor and that the complex is prone to break-ins. These are individual experiences, not a general verdict on the area. For more on the area, see the Centrum-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Aldi is on your doorstep, the Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and the Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away. For schools, the Supreme College is a five-minute walk, and the Vrije school Castricum is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsen Dorpspraktijk is just around the corner, and Apotheek de Brink Castricum is a couple of streets away. For public transport, the bus stop Castricum, Castricum Station is a couple of streets away, with lines 73, 164, 167, 868 and OVoM. The train station Castricum is also a couple of streets away. The municipality of Castricum offers a range of services and connections, as described in the municipality of Castricum.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €346,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 6% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 40%, from €248,000 to €346,000. Regarding address-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil type is sand. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, while the current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Hopman woonmakelaars Castricum.
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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 Van Egmondstraat 5, Castricum
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €325,000 is 6% below the WOZ value of €346,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €667,000, and it is the lowest-priced home among the ten currently for sale in Centrum-Noord.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 78 square metres as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 73 square metres. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is E. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared with homes with better labels. The home does have double glazing, which helps with insulation. The label is a general indication, not a detailed assessment of the home's energy performance.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public risk data. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the home was built before 1970, not an inspection of this specific property. The data comes from sources like KCAF and the Klimaateffectatlas.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 41 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below the standard. These figures are from 2022 and 2023 and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The Aldi is about 190 metres away, the Ekoplaza is about 208 metres away, and the Dekamarkt is about 256 metres away. A Vomar is about 816 metres away and an Albert Heijn is about 919 metres away. These distances mean you can reach several supermarkets within a short walk.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The bus stop Castricum, Castricum Station is about 334 metres away, with lines 73, 164, 167, 868 and OVoM. The train station Castricum is about 321 metres away. There are also two other bus stops within about 400 metres, serving lines 164 and 167.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the municipality of Castricum give an average score of 8.0, based on five reviews. One resident describes the neighbourhood as "wonderfully quiet, green and very cosy," while another highlights the beautiful nature and good public transport. A third resident mentions that the neighbourhood is "reasonably okay" but notes issues with insulation and break-ins in their complex.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has risen by 40% between 2020 and 2025, from €248,000 to €346,000. The value increased steadily each year, with the largest jump between 2023 and 2024, from €288,000 to €321,000. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area.
Is this apartment suitable for a couple or a single person?
The apartment has one bedroom and one bathroom, with a living area of 78 square metres according to the agent. This makes it a compact home that could work well for a couple or a single person. The ground-floor location and central setting add to its practicality, but the suitability depends on your personal needs.
