A grand villa on the water
This detached villa on Medusastraat 8 sits on a quiet road along the water in Homeruskwartier Noord, a residential area in Almere. Built in 2012, the home offers a generous 411 m² of living space on a 996 m² plot. With a price of €2,495,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average. For context, [detached houses in Almere]( /koopwoningen/almere/vrijstaande-woningen/) in this area average around €869,455.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this villa has 10 rooms, including 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, spread over 3 floors. The home is fully insulated, with roof, wall, and floor insulation, as well as double glazing. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler. Outside, there is a garden around the house, including a rear garden of 380 m², a front garden, and a side garden, all facing northeast. A carport provides parking, and there is both a balcony and a roof terrace. The property is freehold. The living area is listed as 411 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 391 m².
Life in Homeruskwartier Noord
Residents across the municipality of Almere give their living environment an average score of 7.33, based on 78 reviews. One resident says: "Very nice and family friendly neighbourhood." Another notes: "Good, neat neighbourhood and a primary school is coming nearby." A third resident, who lived there for 23 years, mentions "little turnover of residents, people are quite neighbourhood-minded and have excellent contacts with each other," adding that schools, station, buses, and shops are within walking distance. The neighbourhood itself has around 1,520 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, see [the Homeruskwartier Noord neighbourhood]( /buurt/homeruskwartier-noord-almere/).
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered. The nearest supermarket, PLUS, is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk away. Basisschool Odyssee is a couple of streets away, and IKC Sterrenschool De Ruimte is also within walking distance. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Medi-Mere Poort, is about a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Vizier is nearby. For public transport, the bus stop Homeruskwartier Mid. is a couple of streets away, served by lines 34, M4, and N22. Almere Poort train station is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of [the municipality of Almere]( /gemeente/almere/) offers further amenities and connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property is €1,324,000, as of the reference date 2025-01-01. The asking price is 88% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 39%, from €953,000 to €1,324,000. Regarding address-level risks, the noise load from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding risk is low, current flood risk is medium, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Statig Wonen and Statig Wonen Makelaars Amsterdam B.V. 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Medusastraat 8, Almere
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €2,495,000 is 187% above the average asking price of €869,455 for homes currently for sale in Homeruskwartier Noord. It is also the most expensive of the 11 homes listed in this neighbourhood. The price per square metre is €6,071, which is 25% higher than the neighbourhood average per square metre.
What is the layout of this villa?
According to the agent, this detached villa has 10 rooms, including 8 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, spread over 3 floors. The living area is listed as 411 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 391 m². The home also features a garden around the house, a carport, a balcony, and a roof terrace.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €1,324,000, as of the reference date 2025-01-01. This is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is 88% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 39%, from €953,000 in 2020 to €1,324,000 in 2025.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public risk data, the noise load from road traffic at this address is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on reference years 2022 and 2023, not measurements at the property itself.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is PLUS, just around the corner at about 447 metres, with an Albert Heijn about a ten-minute walk away. For schools, Basisschool Odyssee is a couple of streets away at 223 metres, and IKC Sterrenschool De Ruimte is at 345 metres. Both are primary schools within easy walking distance.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Homeruskwartier Noord is a residential area with about 1,520 residents. Residents across the municipality of Almere give their living environment an average score of 7.33 out of 10, based on 78 reviews. One resident describes it as "very nice and family friendly," while another mentions "quiet surroundings with plenty of greenery" and good neighbourly contacts.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Homeruskwartier Mid., about 478 metres away, served by lines 34, M4, and N22. Almere Poort train station is approximately 2 kilometres from the home. This provides access to regional and national rail connections, though specific destinations and travel times are not listed.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. According to the agent, the home is fully insulated, with roof, wall, and floor insulation, as well as double glazing. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The energy label reflects the official registration, not a detailed energy performance assessment.
