A detached home in the heart of Edam
This detached house on Westervesting 6 sits in Edam-Oude kom, the historic core of Edam. The town is known for its canals, market square and cheese heritage, and this home puts you right in the middle of it. Built in 1936, the house has an energy label D. The asking price of €550,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, according to the precomputed price verdict. For context, the wider market for detached houses in Edam-Volendam shows what similar properties are being listed for.
The house itself
The agent describes this as a single-family, detached home with five rooms, four bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors. The living area is listed at 103 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 111 m². The plot measures 132 m² according to both sources. Outside there is a rear garden of 56 m², plus a front and side garden, with the rear garden facing east and accessible via the back alley. The home has double glazing and HR glazing, a central heating boiler, and is in full ownership. The agent notes an open setting with a free view.
Life in Edam-Oude kom
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." A third resident mentions "Beautiful nature on your doorstep" and notes that "People are friendly." The neighbourhood itself has around 2,830 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. The Edam-Oude kom neighbourhood is where this home is located.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away, and there are several other supermarkets within a couple of kilometres. De Nieuwe School, a Jenaplan primary school, is a five-minute walk, and SG De Triade secondary school is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk J. Koper, is a five-minute walk, while the pharmacy is in Volendam. Bus stops are close by: Edam, Technische School is just around the corner with lines 314, 614 and N14, and Edam, Busstation Edam is a five-minute walk with a wider range of lines. The nearest train station is Purmerend Overwhere, about 5 km away. The municipality of Edam-Volendam covers the wider area.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €475,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 16% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 33%, from €357,000 to €475,000. As for address-level risk data, the road traffic noise level is 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data: the home was built in 1936 on peat soil, and 90% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050; heat stress is low now and medium in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van Overbeek Makelaars o.g. Edam-Volendam on Funda and on Huispedia.
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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.
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About Westervesting 6, Edam
What does the asking price of €550,000 mean for this home?
The asking price is €550,000 for a detached house with a living area of 103 m² according to the agent, or 111 m² per the BAG registration. The price per square metre is €5,340 based on the agent's listing. The price verdict indicates the asking price is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. The WOZ value is €475,000, so the asking price sits 16% above that municipal valuation.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this house have?
According to the agent, the house has five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 103 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 111 m². The plot is 132 m². There is a rear garden of 56 m², plus a front and side garden, with the rear garden facing east and accessible via the back alley.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €475,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €550,000 is 16% above this value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 33%, from €357,000 to €475,000. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1936 on peat soil, and 90% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an indication at area level from public risk data, not an inspection of this specific home. The soil type is peat.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, which is below the noise standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
Albert Heijn is about 800 metres away, a ten-minute walk, and there are several other supermarkets within a couple of kilometres. De Nieuwe School, a Jenaplan primary school, is about 500 metres away, and SG De Triade secondary school is just 147 metres from the home. Openbare Basisschool De Piramide is about 800 metres away.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
The nearest bus stop is Edam, Technische School, about 280 metres away, with lines 314, 614 and N14. Edam, Busstation Edam is about 342 metres away with lines 100, 110, 112, 273, 314, 316, 614, 801 and N14. The nearest train station is Purmerend Overwhere, about 5.3 km away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
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." A third mentions "Beautiful nature on your doorstep" and that "People are friendly." These reviews describe the wider municipality, not specifically this neighbourhood.
What is the energy label of this house?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs will be moderate compared with more efficient homes. The agent states the home has double glazing and HR glazing, and a central heating boiler. The home was built in 1936.
What is the flood risk for this address?
The current flood risk is low, and it is also low for 2050. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated. Heat stress is low currently and medium in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
