Scheepjeserf 8
Grootschermer, Alkmaar
AreaA detached home in the heart of the Schermer
Scheepjeserf 8 sits in Grootschermer, a small village in the Schermer polder where the landscape is all wide skies and straight ditches. With an address density of 75, this is a genuinely rural spot, the kind of place where the quiet is the main event. The asking price of €550,000 is on the high side compared with the average of €552,250 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, though the average living area there is 139 m². For context, [detached houses in Alkmaar]( /koopwoningen/alkmaar/vrijstaande-woningen/ ) give you a sense of what this property type commands across the municipality.
The house itself
The house was built in 1980 and carries an energy label C, which means moderate energy costs compared with the least efficient labels. According to the BAG registration, the living area is 119 m² on a plot of 169 m².
Life in Grootschermer
Grootschermer is a village of about 710 residents, where the average household size is 2.3. The housing stock is mostly owner-occupied, with 79% of homes in the hands of their owners. Homes here sell relatively quickly, with an average marketing time of 17 days. Residents of [the Grootschermer neighbourhood]( /buurt/grootschermer-alkmaar/ ) give their living environment a modest score: across the municipality of Alkmaar, the average rating is 7.54 based on 44 reviews. One resident describes the area as "nare buurt", mentioning distrust between residents and noise nuisance day and night, while another says it is "every man for himself". A third resident simply calls it "just okay" and notes feeling unsafe in the evenings. These are municipal-level impressions, not specific to this street.
Amenities and transport
The nearest primary school, Openbare Basisschool W J Driessen, is just around the corner. For daily groceries, the nearest supermarket is a Dekamarkt about 3.9 km away, which is a short drive. The GP and pharmacy are both in De Rijp, a couple of streets away. Bus line 123 stops at Kopdammerdijk, on your doorstep, and the nearest train station is Alkmaar Noord, about 9 km away. For a hospital, the Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep in Alkmaar is roughly 9 km from the house. The wider area falls under [the municipality of Alkmaar]( /gemeente/alkmaar/ ), which covers both the village and the city. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates that the foundation risk is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling. Noise from road traffic is measured at 52 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while aircraft noise at 42 dB Lden stays below the norm. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is the current flood risk, and the flood risk for 2050 is also low. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to rise to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Vlieg Makelaars.
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About Scheepjeserf 8, Grootschermer
What is the asking price for this detached house in Grootschermer?
The asking price is €550,000. According to the BAG registration, the living area is 119 m², which works out at €4,622 per m². For comparison, the average price per m² for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood is €4,134, and the average asking price is €552,250. The price is on the high side relative to the neighbourhood average, but the property type and plot size play a role.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared with the least efficient labels. The house was built in 1980, which is a fact about its age, but the label itself does not tell you about the condition of the insulation or installations. The agent does not provide further details on insulation or heating systems in the listing.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this house have?
The listing does not state the number of rooms or bedrooms. The only size information comes from the BAG registration, which gives a living area of 119 m² and a plot of 169 m².
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not always included in a listing. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation. The listing also does not mention any historical development of the WOZ value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public address-level data, road traffic noise is measured at 52 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Aircraft noise is measured at 42 dB Lden, which stays below the standard. These are area-level indications based on open data, not measurements taken at the property itself. The noise situation can vary depending on the exact position of the house.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settling, but the risk level is still classified as low. This is an area-level indication from public sources, not an inspection of the specific foundation of this house. The listing does not provide any additional information about the foundation.
What are the flood and heat stress risks for this location?
The current flood risk is low, and the flood risk for 2050 is also low. Pluvial flooding, which happens during heavy rain, is also rated low. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a prediction for this specific property.
Which supermarkets are near this house?
The nearest supermarket is a Dekamarkt at about 3.9 km, which is a short drive. Other options include an Albert Heijn at 5.5 km, a SPAR at 5.8 km, and another Albert Heijn and an Aldi at about 7.7 km. There is only one supermarket within 5 km, so a car is useful for grocery shopping.
Which schools are close to this address?
The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool W J Driessen, just 138 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. Other primary schools within a few kilometres include De Overhael at 2.9 km, Basisschool De Tweemaster at 3.1 km, and De Balein at 3.2 km. The nearest secondary school is about 12 km away, which means a longer commute for older children.
What public transport options are available?
Bus line 123 stops at Grootschermer, Kopdammerdijk, just 80 metres from the house. There are two more stops of the same line within a few hundred metres. The nearest train station is Alkmaar Noord, about 9 km away. The listing does not mention any other transport options.
How do residents rate living in this area?
Residents of the municipality of Alkmaar give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on 44 reviews. Some reviews are critical: one resident mentions distrust and noise nuisance, another says it is "every man for himself", and a third notes feeling unsafe in the evenings. These are municipal-level impressions, not specific to this neighbourhood.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not include information about the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any outdoor space such as a garden or balcony. It also does not mention insulation, heating, or ownership details. The only size information comes from the BAG registration.
