Broek in Waterland, Waterland
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on the Dorpsstraat in Broek in Waterland is a rare find. Built in 1619, it carries centuries of character, with 237 m² of living space and a 645 m² plot. The asking price of €1,950,000 is 40% above the neighbourhood average of €1,392,500, making it the most expensive of the eight homes currently for sale here. For context, detached houses in Waterland tend to command a premium, and this one is no exception.
Broek in Waterland is a village with 2,760 residents, where 86% of homes are single-family and 70% are owner-occupied. It's a quiet, family-oriented place: 475 households have children, and the average household size is 2.3. The village scores a 5 on urbanity, meaning it's not at all urban, the address density is just 301 per km². One resident describes it as "a peaceful village with a strong sense of community." Another says: "It's lovely to live among the historic buildings and water." Based on two reviews, the atmosphere is calm and neighbourly. Broek in Waterland is a place where people know each other.
For daily shopping, you have Albert Heijn about 3.2 km away and Dekamarkt, both a short drive. The nearest primary school, Basisschool De Havenrakkers, is just around the corner, so children can walk there. Other schools within a couple of streets away include Basisschool De Overhaal and Basisschool De Fuut. The village has a restaurant within walking distance and a GP practice. For a train, you'd need to travel 11.5 km, so a car is handy. Municipality Waterland covers this historic area well.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Marina van Schaik Makelaardij O.G., Funda, Pararius, Vastgoed Nederland and Huispedia.
Details of this home
Dorpsstraat 3, Broek In Waterland
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About Dorpsstraat 3, Broek In Waterland
The asking price is 40% above the neighbourhood average of €1,392,500, and it's the most expensive of the eight homes currently for sale in Broek in Waterland. However, the home is also 38% larger than the average (237 m² vs 172 m²) and has a historic character from 1619. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the extra space and age.
The energy label is F, which is poor. This means the home is not well insulated and heating costs are likely to be high. Given the building year of 1619, improvements may be needed to bring it up to modern standards. In the neighbourhood, 25% of homes have label D or lower, so this is not uncommon for older properties.
With 237 m² of living space, this home is 38% larger than the neighbourhood average of 172 m². The plot of 645 m² is also generous. Most homes in Broek in Waterland are single-family (86%), but few offer this much space.
Broek in Waterland has 475 households with children, and the average household size is 2.3. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Basisschool De Havenrakkers at just 87 metres. The village is quiet and not urban, with a strong sense of community according to residents.
The nearest train station is 11.5 km away. This means you'll likely need a car or bus for commuting. The village itself is car-oriented, with low address density.
The nearest supermarkets are Albert Heijn at 3.2 km and Dekamarkt at 3.8 km. A GP practice is 1 km away, and a restaurant is 0.9 km. For a library or park, you'd need to travel further (6.8 km and 4.2 km respectively). Daily errands are doable by car.
Built in 1619, this is one of the oldest homes in the area, 45.5% of neighbourhood homes were built before 1945. Such age often means character features like beams and fireplaces, but also potential maintenance needs and poor energy efficiency (label F).
6 homes in the neighbourhood Broek in Waterland
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