A grand home on a quiet road
Westerlanderweg 56 is a striking, half-detached family home from 1898, set on a quiet road in the village of Westerland. The village itself is small and cosy, with a strong sense of community and plenty of green space, according to residents. With a price of €650,000, the asking price is in line with the market, as it compares to the average asking price in the neighbourhood. This is also the most expensive of the five homes currently for sale in the area, and it sits well above the neighbourhood average, which is reflected in the wider supply of apartments in Hollands Kroon.
A spacious, characterful interior
The agent describes this as a single-storey home with seven rooms, including five bedrooms, and a generous volume of 2,297 cubic metres. The living area is listed at 331 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 180 m². The property is offered in full ownership and is situated on a quiet road. The energy label is E, which means you can expect higher energy costs compared to more efficient labels.
Life in Westerland
Residents of the municipality of Hollands Kroon, where Westerland sits, give their living environment an average score of 7.66, based on sixteen reviews. One resident describes it as a "cosy, beautiful neighbourhood" with a community that regularly organises fun activities and pays much attention to greenery. Another notes that it is "a nice and cosy village", though shops like the butcher and supermarket have disappeared over time. A third resident appreciates the friendly people and the beautiful view over meadows. The village has around 655 inhabitants, and about 80% of the homes were built before 1945. For more on the area, see the Westerland (woonkern) neighbourhood.
Daily essentials and getting around
The nearest supermarket, an Aldi, is a ten-minute walk away, with a Dekamarkt just a bit further. For primary education, Kindcentrum Op de Elft / De Kei and Kindcentrum Op de Elft / Henricusschool are both within a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Elft is also a ten-minute walk, while the pharmacy Apotheek Hollands Kroon is further out. The nearest bus stop, Westerland, Hollebalgweg, is a couple of streets away and is served by lines 135 and 158. The nearest train station, Anna Paulowna, is about 8 km away. The wider area is part of the municipality of Hollands Kroon.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €244,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 166% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has fluctuated, starting at €224,000 in 2021, rising to €251,000 in 2022, then dipping to €247,000 in 2023 and €226,000 in 2024, before settling at €244,000 in 2025. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 45 dB Lden, which is not above the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is low, based on the sandy soil and the pre-1970 construction year, though this is an area-level indication. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while the current flood risk and the 2050 flood risk are both low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including the agent Van de Giesen Makelaars.
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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 Westerlanderweg 56, Westerland
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €650,000 is 166% above the WOZ value of €244,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also 39% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €469,000, and it is the most expensive of the five homes currently for sale in Westerland.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, this is a single-storey home with seven rooms, including five bedrooms. The total volume is 2,297 cubic metres. The agent lists the living area as 331 m², while the BAG registration records 180 m². The property is offered in full ownership and is described as being on a quiet road.
What does the energy label E mean for this home?
The energy label is E, which is one of the less efficient labels on the scale. This means you can expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity compared to homes with more efficient labels. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, 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 risk data. This is based on the sandy soil and the fact that the home was built before 1970, in 1898. It is important to note that this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood risks for this area?
The current flood risk for this address is low, and the flood risk for 2050 is also low. However, the risk of pluvial flooding, which occurs when heavy rain overwhelms drainage systems, is indicated as elevated. These are area-level indications from public data, not an assessment of this particular property.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Aldi, about 3.1 km away, with a Dekamarkt at a similar distance. For primary education, Kindcentrum Op de Elft / De Kei and Kindcentrum Op de Elft / Henricusschool are both around 3.6 km away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Elft is about 3.4 km away, and the pharmacy Apotheek Hollands Kroon is about 7.7 km away.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Westerland, Hollebalgweg, about 1.4 km away, served by bus lines 135 and 158. The nearest train station is Anna Paulowna, about 7.9 km away. This gives you options for getting around, though the village itself has limited amenities, as residents have noted.
What do residents say about living in Westerland?
Residents of the municipality of Hollands Kroon, which includes Westerland, give their living environment an average score of 7.66 out of 10, based on sixteen reviews. One resident describes it as a "cosy, beautiful neighbourhood" with a community that organises activities and pays attention to greenery. Another notes that it is "a nice and cosy village", though some shops have disappeared.
How does the price per square metre compare?
The asking price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 331 m², is €1,964. This is 47% below the neighbourhood average asking price per square metre of €3,709. However, the total asking price is 39% above the neighbourhood average asking price, reflecting the much larger living area.
