Vijzelstraat 1
Edam-Oude kom, Edam-Volendam
A classic home in Edam's old quarter
On Vijzelstraat, in the heart of Edam's historic centre, stands this detached house from 1900. The old quarter is a place where history is visible on every corner, with the town's famous cheese market and the canals just a stroll away. With a price of €480,000, this home is on the high side compared to other [detached houses in Edam-Volendam], especially given its compact floor area.
Inside the house
This detached house spans two floors and contains four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 58 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 60 square metres. The plot measures 110 square metres. The home has an energy label B, which is an efficient label, so energy costs should be manageable.
The old quarter of Edam
Residents across the municipality of Edam-Volendam give their living environment an average score of 8.51, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Very cosy neighbourhood, lots to do, beautiful nature, nice funfair." Another describes it as "Great and snug." The old quarter itself is home to about 2,730 people, with a mix of ages and household types. The neighbourhood has a moderate urban character, with shops and services within easy reach. [The Edam-Oude kom neighbourhood] is a place where daily life unfolds against a backdrop of historic buildings and waterways.
Daily life and getting around
A primary school, De Nieuwe School, is just around the corner, and secondary school SG De Triade is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Scheltens en van de Kamp, is a ten-minute walk. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk, with Vomar a bit further. The bus stop at Edam, Technische School, is just around the corner, with lines 314, 614 and N14. The train station Purmerend Overwhere is about 5.5 kilometres away. [The municipality of Edam-Volendam] offers a range of amenities within the wider area.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address risk data, based on public sources at area level, indicates a medium foundation risk, with the home built in 1900 on peat soil. Noise from road traffic is 46 dB Lden and from air traffic 40 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. The risk of pluvial flooding is low, as is the current flood risk, while heat stress is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Van Baarsen Vastgoed.
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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 Vijzelstraat 1, Edam
What is the asking price for this detached house on Vijzelstraat?
The asking price is €480,000. Based on the agent's stated living area of 58 square metres, that works out to €8,276 per square metre. This is on the high side compared to other detached houses in Edam-Volendam, particularly given the compact floor area of the home.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this house have?
The house contains four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 58 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 60 square metres. The plot measures 110 square metres.
What is the energy label of this home?
The home has an energy label B, which is an efficient label. This means energy costs should be relatively manageable. The house was built in 1900, so the label reflects the current state of the property as assessed.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The address risk data indicates a medium foundation risk at area level. The home was built in 1900 on peat soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What schools are near this home?
De Nieuwe School, a Jenaplan primary school, is just around the corner at about 331 metres. Secondary school SG De Triade is also close, at about 356 metres. Openbare Basisschool De Piramide is about 826 metres away, and Oecumenische Basisschool De Trimaran is about 930 metres away.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest bus stop is Edam, Technische School, about 253 metres away, with lines 314, 614 and N14. The main bus station, Edam, Busstation Edam, is about 607 metres away with more lines including 100, 110, 112, 273, 314, 316, 614, 801 and N14. The nearest train station is Purmerend Overwhere, about 5.5 kilometres away.
What do residents say about living in Edam-Volendam?
Residents across the municipality of Edam-Volendam give their living environment an average score of 8.51, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Very cosy neighbourhood, lots to do, beautiful nature, nice funfair." Another describes it as "Great and snug." These reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood.
What is the neighbourhood of Edam-Oude kom like?
The neighbourhood has about 2,730 residents, with a mix of ages. Around 30% are 65 or older, while 11% are under 15. The area has a moderate urban character with an address density of 1,152 per square kilometre. A park or public garden is about 300 metres away, and a restaurant is about 400 metres away.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 826 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. Vomar is about 1,768 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is about 1,887 metres away. In total, there are eight supermarkets within five kilometres.
What healthcare facilities are near this home?
The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Scheltens en van de Kamp in Edam, about 646 metres away. The nearest pharmacy is Acdapha Apotheek Volendam, about 2,395 metres away. The nearest hospital is Dijklander Ziekenhuis in Purmerend, about 6,057 metres away.





