Zuidervaart 40
Zuidschermer, Alkmaar
AreaA quiet spot by the water
This detached house sits in Zuidschermer, a small village in the Schermer polder within the municipality of Alkmaar. The setting is rural, with open views and direct access to the water, which gives the place a calm, spacious feel. The asking price of €525,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, the wider market for detached houses in Alkmaar shows a range of options, but this one stands out for its location.
The house itself
Built in 1959, this single-storey home has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 65 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 66 m². The plot is where the figures diverge more noticeably: the BAG registration gives 470 m², while the agent lists 2,080 m². The home has a central heating boiler and a volume of 246 m³. The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label, so expect high heating costs.
Life in Zuidschermer
Zuidschermer is a small community with around 655 residents, and it has a distinctly rural character. Residents of the municipality of Alkmaar give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on 44 reviews. One resident describes it as a "gezellige volksbuurt met jonge gezinnen", noting a new influx of residents since 2018. Another is less positive, mentioning distrust between residents and noise nuisance. A third says it is "every man for himself", with little sense of community. These are the views of people across the municipality, not just this neighbourhood. The Zuidschermer neighbourhood itself is quiet and spread out, with most homes being owner-occupied single-family houses.
Amenities and transport
The nearest primary school, De Overhael, is a ten-minute walk away, and there are several other schools within a short drive. For groceries, the Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away, with Albert Heijn and Lidl slightly further. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Noordhof in Alkmaar, and the pharmacy, Apotheek Reza, is a couple of streets away. Bus line 163 stops at Akersloot, Kanaalweg, a couple of streets away, and the nearest train station is Heiloo, about 5.7 km from the home. The hospital, Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep locatie Alkmaar, is a ten-minute drive. All of this falls within the municipality of Alkmaar.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €381,000. The asking price is 38% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 48%, from €257,000 to €381,000. As for the address itself, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the clay soil and the age of the building, and the area-level indication for pluvial flooding is low, with a medium flood risk both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Aland Makelaars and Aland Makelaars.
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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 Zuidervaart 40, Zuidschermer
What is the asking price for this detached house in Zuidschermer?
The asking price is €525,000. This is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 66 m², comes to €7,955. The home has been listed since 31 July 2026.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this house have?
The house has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is a single-storey home with a volume of 246 m³. The living area is listed as 65 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 66 m².
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €381,000. The asking price is 38% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 48%, from €257,000 to €381,000. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the clay soil and the fact that the building dates from 1959. It is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The area-level indication for pluvial flooding is low, with a medium flood risk both now and in 2050.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest primary school, De Overhael, is about 2.3 km away. The Dekamarkt supermarket is about 3.2 km away, with Albert Heijn and Lidl slightly further. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Noordhof in Alkmaar, about 3.8 km away, and the pharmacy, Apotheek Reza, is about 2.5 km away.
What public transport options are available?
Bus line 163 stops at Akersloot, Kanaalweg, about 2.2 km from the home. The nearest train station is Heiloo, about 5.7 km away. The nearest hospital, Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep locatie Alkmaar, is about 4.9 km away.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect high heating costs. The home has a central heating boiler. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Zuidschermer is a small village with around 655 residents. Most homes are owner-occupied single-family houses. Residents of the municipality of Alkmaar give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on 44 reviews. Some describe it as a friendly community with young families, while others mention noise and a lack of community spirit.
