Waalderstraat 45
Den Burg, Texel
AreaA 1914 home in the heart of Den Burg
This detached house sits on Waalderstraat 45 in Den Burg, the main village on the island of Texel. The setting is right in the centre, so shops and daily life are close by. Built in 1914, the house has a classic character that comes with its age. The asking price of €449,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €630,056, a difference of 29 percent. For context, the average asking price for detached houses in Texel sits well above this figure.
The house itself
According to the agent, the home has four rooms, three bedrooms and three floors, with a volume of 489 cubic metres. The living area is listed at 134 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 139 square metres. The plot measures 555 square metres in both sources. Outside there is a garden around the house and a detached brick garage. The property is offered in full ownership. The energy label is G, the least efficient label, so heating costs will be a significant factor to budget for.
Life in Den Burg
Den Burg is a close-knit community, and residents are quick to say so. One resident, who has lived there for over 40 years, describes it as a very social neighbourhood where everyone is there for each other. Another calls it small but cosy, with a clean area and little trouble with pests. Based on three reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 8.14 out of 10. Around 30 percent of residents are 65 or older, and 45 percent of households are single-person. The village centre is a short walk away, which residents appreciate. For more on what the area is like, have a look at the Den Burg neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep, just 17 metres away, with Aldi just around the corner and Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. For schools, the Jozefschool Texel and Vrije School Stella Maris are both a ten-minute walk, while OSG de Hogeberg for secondary education is also within walking distance. The Texelse Apotheek pharmacy is a couple of streets away, and the GP practice is about a ten-minute walk. Bus line 28 stops at Den Burg, Elemert/Centrum, a five-minute walk from the house. The nearest train station is Den Helder, roughly 11 kilometres away, which connects the island to the mainland. The municipality of Texel covers the whole island, and the municipality of Texel page has more on the wider area.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. Public risk data at address level gives some indications for the area. The noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, on sandy soil, though this is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home. For climate, pluvial flooding risk is low, as is flood risk now and in 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium, both currently and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Waaijer Advies and Waaijer Advies Makelaardij on Funda.
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About Waalderstraat 45, Den Burg
What does the asking price of €449,000 mean for this home?
The asking price is €449,000, which is 29 percent below the neighbourhood average asking price of €630,056. The price per square metre is €3,351 based on the agent's listed living area of 134 square metres, compared with a neighbourhood average of €4,833 per square metre. This makes the price keen relative to the local market, though the energy label G and the 1914 construction are factors that may influence what buyers are willing to pay.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this house have?
According to the agent, the house has four rooms, three bedrooms and three floors, with a volume of 489 cubic metres. The living area is listed at 134 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 139 square metres. The plot measures 555 square metres. There is a garden around the house and a detached brick garage. The property is offered in full ownership.
What does energy label G mean for this property?
Energy label G is the least efficient label on the scale, which means the home's energy performance is poor. In practical terms, expect higher heating costs compared with homes with better labels. The house was built in 1914, which is consistent with an older building. In the neighbourhood, 26.8 percent of homes have a label of D or lower, so this property is not alone in having an older energy profile.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data from sources such as the Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF. The soil type is sand, and the house was built before 1970, in 1914. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific property. The flood risk is also low, both currently and in 2050.
How close are the nearest shops and supermarkets?
The Albert Heijn supermarket is just 17 metres from the front door, making it effectively on your doorstep. Aldi is 128 metres away, Ekoplaza is 243 metres, and Jumbo is 282 metres. For daily groceries, you would not need to travel far at all. The Texelse Apotheek pharmacy is 355 metres away, and the GP practice is about 800 metres from the house.
What is the neighbourhood of Den Burg like to live in?
Residents describe Den Burg as a social and close-knit community. One resident, living there for over 40 years, says everyone is there for each other and that it is a lovely little neighbourhood close to the centre. Another calls it small but cosy, with a clean area and little trouble with pests. Based on three reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 8.14 out of 10. Around 30 percent of residents are 65 or older.
What public transport options are available near this house?
The nearest bus stop is Den Burg, Elemert/Centrum, about 525 metres away, served by bus line 28. There are additional stops at Texel, Pontweg-De Zandkoog at 793 metres and Den Burg, Texelhopper at 827 metres, served by line TXL. The nearest train station is Den Helder, approximately 11.4 kilometres away, which requires a ferry crossing to reach the mainland.
How does the price per square metre compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price works out at €3,351 per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 134 square metres. The neighbourhood average asking price per square metre is €4,833, so this home sits about 31 percent below that figure. This is consistent with the overall asking price being 29 percent below the neighbourhood average of €630,056.
