A quiet spot in Zwaag
This end-of-terrace house on Vierkant 12 sits on a quiet road in a residential area of Zwaag, a village within the municipality of Hoorn. Built in 1976, the home has an energy label C. With a floor area of 128 m² according to the agent, it is 97% larger than the neighbourhood average of 65 m². The asking price is €500,000. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Hoorn are listed at an average of €502,383.
The home itself
The agent describes this as a fully insulated home with a central heating boiler and partial underfloor heating. It has four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors, with a volume of 450 m³. The garden is at the back, and the property is in full ownership. The living area is 128 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 120 m²; the plot is 158 m² in both sources. The price per square metre, based on the agent's floor area, is €3,906.
The neighbourhood
The Zwaag - Buurt 30 01 neighbourhood has around 2,040 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. Residents of the municipality of Hoorn give their living environment an average score of 7.39, based on 27 reviews. One resident says: "It's a very nice neighbourhood, everything you need in terms of supermarkets, pharmacies, etc. is within a maximum of 10 minutes by bike and therefore easily accessible." Another resident, however, notes: "After living here for 12 years, the neighbourhood is going downhill, especially the street next door where there are many rental homes." A third resident simply calls it "Very cosy and close to all shops." The reviews reflect a range of experiences, so it is worth reading them in full.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Aldi a couple of streets away and Dekamarkt a ten-minute walk. IKC De Wingerd and Het Ooievaarsnest are both within a short walk for primary education. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Julianalaan, is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Acdapha Apotheek de Groene Wijzend is a couple of streets away. Bus line 132 stops at Zwaag, Anjerhof, a short walk from the home. The nearest train station is Hoorn Kersenboogerd, about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Hoorn offers further amenities within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €385,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 30% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 47%, from €262,000 to €385,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. Noise from road traffic is 45 dB Lden, from rail traffic 24 dB Lden, and from air traffic 38 dB Lden, all below the relevant noise standards. For climate, the indication for pluvial flooding is medium, as is the current flood risk and the flood risk for 2050. Heat stress is currently low, but is indicated as medium for 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including the agent's own website and other listing platforms.
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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 Vierkant 12, Zwaag
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €500,000 is 30% above the WOZ value of €385,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The difference between the asking price and the WOZ value is a fact about this listing, and the interpretation is up to you.
What is the layout of this end-of-terrace house?
According to the agent, the home has four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The total volume is 450 m³. The living area is listed as 128 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration gives 120 m². The plot is 158 m² in both sources. The garden is at the back of the property.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the energy performance of the home as registered, and a C label generally means moderate energy costs compared with more efficient labels. The agent also states that the home is fully insulated and has a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating. These are separate facts from the label itself.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. It means that, according to the available data, the risk of foundation issues in this area is considered low.
What are the flood and heat stress indications for this address?
The climate indications for this address are area-level. Pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is indicated as medium, as is the current flood risk and the flood risk for 2050. Heat stress is currently low, but is indicated as medium for 2050. These are indications based on public climate data, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 412 metres away, which is just around the corner. Aldi is about 792 metres away, and Dekamarkt is about 975 metres away. All are within easy walking distance or a short bike ride, making daily grocery shopping straightforward.
What schools are close to this home?
IKC De Wingerd, a primary school, is about 315 metres away, and Het Ooievaarsnest, also primary education, is about 386 metres away. Kindcentrum De Bussel is about 874 metres away. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.3 km away, according to neighbourhood data.
How is the public transport from this address?
The nearest bus stop is Zwaag, Anjerhof, about 403 metres away, served by bus line 132. There are also stops at Zwaag, Krijterslaan and Zwaag, Pastoor Nuijenstraat, both on the same line. The nearest train station is Hoorn Kersenboogerd, about 1.4 km away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the municipality of Hoorn give their living environment an average score of 7.39, based on 27 reviews. Some praise the convenience and the quiet, while others mention concerns about litter and antisocial behaviour in certain streets. The reviews reflect a range of experiences, so it is worth reading them in full.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home rose by 47%, from €262,000 to €385,000. The reference date for the current WOZ value is 1 January 2025. This development is a historical fact and does not predict future changes in value.
