Zuidschermer, Alkmaar
This detached house on Zuidervaart 40 sits in the small village of Zuidschermer, part of the municipality of Alkmaar. The setting is rural, with a free view and direct access to the water, which gives the place a calm, open feel. The asking price of €499,000 is on the high side compared with the market, especially given the living area. For context, [detached houses in Alkmaar]( /koopwoningen/alkmaar/vrijstaande-woningen/) typically command a premium, but here the price per square metre works out at €7,561 based on the agent's listed area.
Built in 1959, this single-storey house offers three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, with a total living area of about 65 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 66 square metres. The plot size also differs: the BAG registration says 470 square metres, but the agent states 2,080 square metres. The house has a garden of 2,080 square metres, a central heating boiler, and is offered in full ownership. The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label, so expect high heating costs.
Zuidschermer is a small community with around 655 residents, and it feels like a place where everyone knows each other. Residents of the municipality of Alkmaar give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on 44 reviews. Some residents are less positive: one says, "Nare buurt. Veel wantrouwen tussen de bewoners. Veel geluidsoverlast dag en nacht." Another notes, "It's every man for himself, no cleaning up, just making a mess." These are views from across the municipality, not specifically about this neighbourhood. The village itself is quiet, with a mix of ages and many families. For more on the area, see [the Zuidschermer neighbourhood]( /buurt/zuidschermer-alkmaar/).
The nearest supermarket, a Dekamarkt, is about a ten-minute walk away, with an Albert Heijn and a Lidl a bit further. For primary education, De Overhael is a couple of streets away, and there are several other schools within a short drive. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Noordhof in Alkmaar, and the pharmacy Apotheek Reza is just around the corner. For public transport, bus line 163 stops at Akersloot, Kanaalweg, about a ten-minute walk from the house. The nearest train station is Heiloo, roughly 5.7 kilometres away. The municipality of Alkmaar offers a range of facilities, as described on [the municipality of Alkmaar]( /gemeente/alkmaar/).
The WOZ value of the property is €381,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 31% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 48%, from €257,000 to €381,000. As for address risks, 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 area-level data, and the soil type is clay. Pluvial flooding risk is low, while flood risk is medium for both the current situation and 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Aland Makelaars - Real Estate Agency, as well as listings on Pararius and Funda.
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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.
About Zuidervaart 40, Zuidschermer
The asking price is €499,000. The WOZ value, as of 1 January 2025, is €381,000, which means the asking price is 31% above the WOZ value. This is a precomputed comparison from the data; it does not indicate whether the price is fair or not. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the market value.
According to the agent, the house has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is a single-storey home, so all rooms are on one floor. The living area is listed as 66 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration states 65 square metres. The plot size also differs: the agent says 2,080 square metres, while the BAG says 470 square metres.
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you can expect high energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself; it is simply a measure of energy efficiency. The house was built in 1959, which may contribute to the label, but no specific insulation details are given.
The WOZ value is €381,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value has increased by 48%, from €257,000 to €381,000. This development is based on official municipal data. The WOZ value is used for property taxes and is not the same as the market value.
The noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, which is below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data, and the soil type is clay. These are indications for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
The nearest supermarket is a Dekamarkt, about 3.2 kilometres away, followed by an Albert Heijn and a Lidl at about 3.8 kilometres. For primary education, De Overhael is about 2.3 kilometres away, and Openbare Basisschool de Wiekslag is about 3.3 kilometres. There are also several other schools within a 5-kilometre radius.
The nearest bus stop is Akersloot, Kanaalweg, about 2.2 kilometres away, served by bus line 163. There are also stops at Alkmaar, Opaalstraat and Topaasweg, both on the same line. The nearest train station is Heiloo, about 5.7 kilometres away. No travel times or destinations are specified.
Residents of the municipality of Alkmaar give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on 44 reviews. Some reviews are critical: one resident mentions distrust among neighbours and noise nuisance, while another says it is 'every man for himself'. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically Zuidschermer.
Yes, the house has a garden, and the agent lists the plot size as 2,080 square metres. However, the BAG registration states a plot size of 470 square metres. The difference is noted in the data, but no explanation is given. The garden is part of the property, and the house is in full ownership.
The pluvial flooding risk (from heavy rain) is low. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is medium, both for the current situation and for 2050. These are area-level indications from climate data, not a guarantee for this specific property. No consequences are stated.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
How residents experience their district
Grootschermer is a village that feels as if time has stood still. It lies in the middle of the North Holland polder landscape, surrounded by meadows, ditches, and old dikes. What strikes me most is the peace and quiet compared to the hustle and bustle of the city. The proximity of the De Eilandspolder nature reserve made it complete; ideal for a canoe trip or birdwatching. Grootschermer is small, but big in charm. A place where you can unwind and reconnect with the landscape and history of the Netherlands.
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| Sale price | €557,625 | €497,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,214 | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Nare buurt. Veel wantrouwen tussen de bewoners. Veel geluidsoverlast dag en nacht. Veel straatvuil. Mensen zetten vuil naast de ondergrondse afval containers. De angst regeert. Mensen spreken elkaar niet aan op gedrag. Voortuinen vol tegels. De huizen zijn oud en gehorig.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's every man for himself, no cleaning up, just making a mess, not looking out for each other or taking each other into consideration.
Auto-translated to English by AIUnsafe in the evenings
Auto-translated to English by AIAll facilities in the neighbourhood, nice neighbours, only shame about the youth causing unrest. And that the youth don't clean up their mess, so very unhygienic in the neighbourhood. Cleaning up a bit works wonders.
Auto-translated to English by AIGreat neighbourhood typical Alkmaar feels like city and village in one
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here for 43 years. Since the completion. It used to be a cosy, friendly neighbourhood. Now you could lie dead in your house and no one would notice. I'm from Amsterdam and I'm not used to this. Here it's every man for himself and God for us all.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy flat, unfortunately the one next to it is less safe. Improvement is that more attention is paid to safety and conditions around the flat next door.
Auto-translated to English by AIDecent, few burglaries. I live in the city so fairly little greenery, but enough within a few minutes' drive
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| Sale price | €508,104 | €473,614 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,797 | – |
| Rent price | €1,674 p/m | €1,654 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
Zuidervaart 40, Zuidschermer
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