Recreatiebuurt, Dijk en Waard
This 2018 end-of-terrace house sits in the Recreatiebuurt, a quiet corner of Heerhugowaard where the streets are lined with trees and the water is never far away. The home was built just a few years ago, which makes it a relative newcomer in a neighbourhood where many houses date from earlier decades. With a living area of 139 square metres according to the agent, and a price of €550,000, the asking price works out at €3,957 per square metre. That is on the high side compared with the average for end-of-terrace houses in Dijk en Waard, where the average price per square metre is €4,104.
The agent describes this as a fully insulated end-of-terrace house with a gas-fired central heating boiler. Inside you will find seven rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The total volume is 491 cubic metres. Outside, there is a front garden and a sunny terrace facing southwest, plus a balcony. The property is freehold, so you own the land outright. According to the BAG registration the living area is 138 square metres, while the agent lists 139 square metres; the plot is 174 square metres in both sources.
The Recreatiebuurt neighbourhood is a residential area with a mix of housing, and it feels calm and green. Residents of the municipality of Dijk en Waard give their surroundings an average score of 7.87, based on 23 reviews. One resident says: "Good neighbourhood, cosy people." Another describes it as "Safe. Quiet. Clean. Many amenities in the area." The neighbourhood itself has around 2,210 inhabitants, and a third of them are 65 or older. It is a place where people seem to look out for each other, and the water nearby adds to the relaxed atmosphere.
For your daily groceries, the Dekamarkt is just around the corner, with Vomar a couple of streets away and Jumbo a five-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Kindcentrum De Boomladder, is a five-minute walk, and the Trinitas College - Han Fortmann secondary school is on your doorstep. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Noor is just around the corner, and the pharmacy ACN Apotheek Centrumwaard is a ten-minute walk. Bus stops at Bomenwijk and Han Fortmann College are both within a five-minute walk, served by lines 160 and N60. The train station in Heerhugowaard is about a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of Dijk en Waard offers plenty of amenities nearby.
The WOZ value of this home is €484,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 14% above that WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 71%, from €283,000 to €484,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the standard; rail and air traffic noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk of pluvial flooding is low, while the current flood risk is medium, and the heat stress risk is low now but medium by 2050.
At the time of writing, this home is offered via two channels: Vlieg Makelaars and VLIEG Makelaars Heerhugowaard OG on Funda.
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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.
About Spirealaan 56, Heerhugowaard
The asking price is €550,000, while the WOZ value is €484,000 as of 1 January 2025. That means the asking price is 14% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the market value, so the difference is a fact to consider, not a judgement.
According to the agent, the home has seven rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The total volume is 491 cubic metres. There is a front garden and a sunny terrace facing southwest, plus a balcony. The property is freehold, so you own the land.
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. The agent also states that the home is fully insulated and has a gas-fired central heating boiler. With an A label, you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient homes.
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. However, the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The data comes from sources like KCAF and the Atlas Leefomgeving.
The noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Rail traffic noise is 28 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 37 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at the property itself.
The nearest supermarket is Dekamarkt, about 365 metres away, which is just around the corner. Vomar is 445 metres away, and Jumbo is 693 metres away. There are also other options within a short distance, such as AH XL at about 1 kilometre.
The nearest secondary school is Trinitas College - Han Fortmann, about 219 metres away. For primary education, Kindcentrum De Boomladder is 484 metres away, and Kindcentrum De Paperclip is 498 metres away. There are several other schools within a short walk.
The nearest bus stop is Heerhugowaard, Bomenwijk, about 304 metres away, served by lines 160 and N60. Another stop, Han Fortmann College, is 430 metres away with the same lines. The nearest train station is Heerhugowaard, about 1.5 kilometres away.
The Recreatiebuurt is a residential area with about 2,210 inhabitants. A third of residents are 65 or older. Residents of the municipality of Dijk en Waard give their surroundings an average score of 7.87, with comments like 'Good neighbourhood, cosy people' and 'Safe. Quiet. Clean.'
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 71%, from €283,000 to €484,000. This shows a significant rise in the municipal valuation over that period. The reference date for the current value is 1 January 2025.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Overall, I find my neighbourhood very pleasant. It's a quiet environment where I don't really have any issues. Additionally, the shops are conveniently close, which makes daily errands very easy. What I like less is that due to the parking permit system, many people park on our street. As a result, I often can't park in front of my own house, which is sometimes frustrating. Otherwise, I'm satisfied, because it remains a quiet and nice neighbourhood to live in.
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| Sale price | €505,818 | €500,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,104 | – |
| Rent price | €840 p/m | €840 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Overall, I find my neighbourhood very pleasant. It's a quiet environment where I don't really have any issues. Additionally, the shops are conveniently close, which makes daily errands very easy. What I like less is that due to the parking permit system, many people park on our street. As a result, I often can't park in front of my own house, which is sometimes frustrating. Otherwise, I'm satisfied, because it remains a quiet and nice neighbourhood to live in.
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| Sale price | €462,053 | €467,368 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,781 | – |
| Rent price | €840 p/m | €840 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Good neighbourhood, cosy people
Auto-translated to English by AITop
Auto-translated to English by AISafe. Quiet. Clean. Many amenities in the area.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is nice, with many different families of various ages. Generally, the area is clean and quiet. Most people are friendly and respectful.
Auto-translated to English by AIOverall, I find my neighbourhood very pleasant. It's a quiet environment where I don't really have any issues. Additionally, the shops are conveniently close, which makes daily errands very easy. What I like less is that due to the parking permit system, many people park on our street. As a result, I often can't park in front of my own house, which is sometimes frustrating. Otherwise, I'm satisfied, because it remains a quiet and nice neighbourhood to live in.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is very cosy. There are many events on the Kruis that are often very enjoyable for young and old. The architecture of the houses doesn't match well. And the neighbours are all friendly and everyone knows each other a bit. We are only quite far from the station and I think there is little entertainment in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbours, good contact, safe location, beautiful square
Auto-translated to English by AII lived in a city for years and since moving here it feels much safer. The only thing I miss is nature, forests, etc., and that's hard to reach without a car or a long bike ride. For example, going to Bergen aan Zee or Schoorl requires taking the bus via Alkmaar station, which is quite a detour and expensive for a walk or an evening to blow off steam. The AH and the Toko versmarkt are great. But I wish for a Bakker Bart or Hema in the neighbourhood. Or at least more familiar shops that are affordable. The clothing boutiques are very inaccessible. That's why charity shops are so important in this neighbourhood. I also found it a shame that too little is invested in charity shops. One has already gone bankrupt for this reason and the last one is threatening to do so. Furthermore, it can be difficult to get in touch with people. Because everyone in a village knows each other. But if you're new, as far as I know there aren't really activities or community centres. Especially as a 20-something, that's a shame. Otherwise, I think it's really great how much has been invested in greenery and flowers. That will do the bees a lot of good! And if a park were ever to be made, that would be even better for the greenery.
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| Sale price | €523,407 | €496,035 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,518 | – |
| Rent price | €1,315 p/m | €1,321 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €16 p/m | – |
Spirealaan 56, Heerhugowaard
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