A rural retreat in Akersloot West
Tucked away in the quiet, green surroundings of Akersloot West, this detached house on Boekel 8 offers a rural setting with open views. The home was built in 2009 and carries an A+ energy label, which is an efficient label. With a price of €550,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average. For context, the average asking price for detached houses in Castricum sits at €470,625, making this home 17% above that figure.
The home itself
According to the agent, this is a 2-under-1-roof house with 4 rooms, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 107 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 417 m². Similarly, the plot is given as 860 m² by the agent, but the BAG registration states 2,250 m². The property includes a rear garden of 245 m², a front garden and a side garden, with the rear garden facing east and accessible via the back. The home is fully insulated, heated by a combination of a central heating boiler, wood stove, heat recovery system and heat pump. It is offered in full ownership.
Life in Akersloot West
Residents across the municipality of Castricum give their living environment an average score of 8.0, based on five reviews. One resident describes the area as "wonderfully quiet, green and very cosy", adding that "everyone knows each other". Another speaks of "beautiful nature" with "lots of greenery and water that attract birds and wildlife", and notes the convenience of supermarkets, including an Albert Heijn open until 10 PM. The neighbourhood itself has around 3,470 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. These reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood, so they offer a general sense of the area rather than a precise picture of Akersloot West. For a closer look at what this part of town is like, the Akersloot West neighbourhood page provides more detail.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered from this address. The nearest supermarket, an Albert Heijn, is a ten-minute walk away, with several other options including another Albert Heijn, Dekamarkt and Vomar within a short drive. For primary education, Kindcentrum De Brug is a ten-minute walk, and Kindcentrum Rembrandt is a couple of streets further. The GP practice Groepspraktijk Akersloot is a ten-minute walk, while the pharmacy De Hahnemann Apotheek is a bit further out. Public transport is close by, with bus line 163 stopping at Akersloot, Kanaaldijk on your doorstep, and the train station at Heiloo about 4.2 km away. The wider municipality of Castricum offers further amenities and connections.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this property is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price or historical development can be made here. Regarding address-level risks, the road traffic noise is measured at 62 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise at 44 dB Lden stays below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and 38% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, and the current flood risk is medium, remaining medium in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including KRK Makelaars and KRK Makelaars Zaandam on Funda. The listing has been active since 2 October 2026.
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About Boekel 8, Akersloot
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the area?
The asking price of €550,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average. The average asking price for homes in Akersloot West is €470,625, which puts this property 17% above that figure. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €5,206, while this home is listed at €5,140 per square metre based on the agent's stated living area. The price verdict is precomputed against the neighbourhood average and indicates the home is priced above the local norm.
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, this is a 2-under-1-roof house with 4 rooms, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across 2 floors. The living area is listed as 107 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 417 m². The plot is given as 860 m² by the agent, but the BAG registration states 2,250 m². The property includes a rear garden of 245 m², a front garden and a side garden, with the rear garden facing east and accessible via the back.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value for this property is not stated in the available data. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not included in this listing. As a result, no comparison between the WOZ value and the asking price can be made, and no information about the historical development of the WOZ value over the past five years is available.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise at this address is measured at 62 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is measured at 44 dB Lden, which stays below the noise norm. These figures come from public data at the address level and are area-level indications rather than measurements taken at the property itself. The noise data is based on the reference year 2022.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil consists of clay, which is sensitive to settling, and 38% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk level is given as low, which is the lowest category on the scale.
What is the flood risk at this location?
The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, meaning there is a higher chance of water accumulation during intense rainfall. The current flood risk is medium, and this remains medium in 2050. These are area-level indications from the climate impact atlas, not a site-specific assessment of this property. The figures reflect the broader area rather than the immediate surroundings of the home.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at about 2 km away, which is a ten-minute walk. Other options within a short distance include another Albert Heijn at around 3 km, a Dekamarkt at about 3.7 km, and a Vomar at roughly 4.1 km. In total, there are 10 supermarkets within 5 km of this address, giving a reasonable choice for daily groceries.
What schools are available near Boekel 8?
For primary education, Kindcentrum De Brug is the nearest school at about 1.7 km, which is a ten-minute walk. Kindcentrum Rembrandt is at around 2.3 km, and Kindcentrum De Ontdekkers at about 2.9 km. There are 23 schools within 5 km of this address, covering primary and secondary education. The nearest secondary school is further away, at approximately 6.7 km.
How is public transport from this address?
Bus line 163 stops at Akersloot, Kanaaldijk, which is on your doorstep at about 140 metres. The same line also stops at Akersloot, Pontveer at around 613 metres and Akersloot, Boekel at about 799 metres. The nearest train station is Heiloo, at approximately 4.2 km away. This gives a direct bus connection nearby and a train option within a short drive.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Castricum give their living environment an average score of 8.0, based on five reviews. One resident describes the area as "wonderfully quiet, green and very cosy", adding that "everyone knows each other". Another mentions "beautiful nature" with "lots of greenery and water that attract birds and wildlife", and notes the convenience of supermarkets and public transport. These reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood.
