Buitengebied De Noord, Dijk en Waard
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Veenhuizerweg sits in the rural outskirts of Heerhugowaard, surrounded by fields and greenery. With 274 m² of living space on a 1220 m² plot, it offers plenty of room for a family. The floor area is 43% larger than the neighbourhood average of 191 m². At €950,000, the price is on the high side compared to the median of €807,000 in the area, but the size and setting justify it. For context, detached houses in Dijk en Waard vary widely in price.
The Buitengebied De Noord neighbourhood is a sparsely populated rural area with just 1165 residents. Almost all homes (98%) are single-family houses, and 90% are owner-occupied. The population is mixed: many families with children, but also a fair share of older residents. With an address density of just 150 per km², it feels very quiet and spacious. There are no neighbourhood reviews available for this area.
For daily groceries, Aldi and Dekamarkt are both about a five-minute walk away, and Jumbo is a ten-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Zevensprong, is a couple of streets away, while IKC de Helix is also within walking distance. Secondary schools are further out, about 5 km away. A restaurant and a library are both within a ten-minute walk. The train station is 5.8 km away, so a car or bike is handy for commuting. The municipality of Dijk en Waard covers both Heerhugowaard and surrounding villages.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Vlieg Makelaars, Funda, and Huispedia.
Details of this home
Veenhuizerweg 2, Heerhugowaard
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About Veenhuizerweg 2, Heerhugowaard
The asking price of €950,000 is above the neighbourhood median of €807,000, but this home is also significantly larger than average (274 m² vs 191 m²). The price per square metre works out to about €3,467, which is below the neighbourhood average of €4,641 per m². So while the total price is high, you get more space for your money compared to other homes in the area.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house built in 1938. In the neighbourhood, 28.6% of homes have label C, and another 28.6% have label D or lower. Label C means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier; heating costs will be moderate. You could consider improvements like better insulation or solar panels to upgrade the label.
The plot measures 1220 m², which is generous for a detached house. The listing does not specify whether there is a garden, but with a plot this size, there is plenty of outdoor space. The home was built in 1938, so the garden is likely established with mature planting.
Buitengebied De Noord is a rural area with mostly single-family homes and a high proportion of owner-occupied houses. About 42% of households have children, and there are primary schools within walking distance. The area is quiet and safe, with low crime figures (30 total offences). It is ideal for families who value space and nature.
The nearest train station is 5.8 km away, which is about a 12-minute drive or a 25-minute bike ride. From there, you can travel to Alkmaar, Amsterdam, and other cities.
The closest supermarkets are Aldi (1.4 km) and Dekamarkt (1.4 km), both about a 5-minute walk. Jumbo is 1.9 km away (a 10-minute walk), and Vomar is 2.2 km away. For daily shopping, you have several options within easy reach.
The house was built in 1938, making it over 80 years old. The energy label C suggests it has been updated to some extent, but older homes often require maintenance. The listing does not mention any recent renovations, so you should expect some character features but also potential upkeep.
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