Homes for sale in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01, Hoorn
Discover homes for sale in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 and view the current listings, recent sale prices, and what residents say about living in this historic part of Hoorn.
House prices and market figures Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01, Hoorn
House prices in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 are clearly above the average for both the district and the municipality. Over the past twelve months, 30 homes were sold here, with an average purchase price of €528,200 and an average living area of 94 m². That works out at over €5,600 per square metre. The range is wide: selling prices varied from €275,000 to €985,000, showing that the supply is diverse, from compact apartments to larger canal houses. The average WOZ value in this neighbourhood is €413,000, significantly higher than the district average of €365,000 and the municipal average of €333,000. This reflects the central location and historic character of this part of Hoorn. Of the housing stock of 1,285 homes, 55% are owner-occupied. The supply mainly consists of historic canal houses, upper-floor flats and smaller apartments, with new-build being scarce. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the latest asking prices and selling times in the neighbourhood.
Living in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01, Hoorn
If you are looking for a home to buy in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01, you are choosing to live in the historic heart of Hoorn. The neighbourhood is part of the protected city centre, with characteristic seventeenth-century facades, narrow streets and canals. Resident Arie Jan describes it aptly: "It's really an outdoor museum." You notice that atmosphere daily: the architecture is special, but at the same time it is just a neighbourhood where people live, do their shopping and know each other.
The social character is remarkably strong for a city centre. Arie Jan writes that "you can't walk out the door without being greeted by neighbours." That is not a given in a touristy city centre, but it seems to work here. The resident score of 7.9 out of 10 confirms this: the neighbourhood scores high on community (8.0), safety (8.5) and green space (8.5). Read more experiences on the neighbourhood page of Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 with all resident reviews and district data.
Green space is surprisingly well represented for a city centre. Two parks are within a five-minute walk, making the neighbourhood attractive for people who appreciate nature without leaving the city. That is a concrete advantage over some other neighbourhoods in the district, such as Binnenstad - Buurt 10 00 or Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02, where the urban density is sometimes higher.
Facilities are well in order. Supermarkets, cafés and shops are within walking distance, and the centre of Hoorn offers a full range of amenities. For schools, the neighbourhood scores an 8.5, indicating that primary education is easily accessible. Hoorn NS station is within cycling distance, providing good connections to Amsterdam and other cities in the region.
The only serious drawback mentioned by residents is accessibility by car. Storm van Dalsem writes: "It's just not easily accessible by car." That is true: the narrow streets and limited parking options in the historic city centre make driving and parking difficult. If you need a car daily, you have to take that into account. The accessibility score of 6.5 is the lowest sub-score and that is honestly the reality of living in a protected city centre. Neighbourhoods like Risdam-Zuid or Hoorn-Noord offer more comfort for motorists in that respect.
The population structure shows that the neighbourhood has relatively many people aged 45 and over and seniors, together accounting for more than half of the 2,380 residents. Single-person households are the largest category with 625 households. That fits the housing supply: many smaller homes and apartments, fewer large family homes. The average income of €39,200 is slightly below the district average but above the municipal average, and 39% of residents have a high level of education.
Is a home to buy in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 right for you?
This neighbourhood is most suitable for people who consciously choose historic living in a social, lively environment and do not need a car daily. First-time buyers can enter from around €275,000, but the average is over €528,000, so a realistic budget is important. Movers and people looking to buy an apartment in a characteristic building will find a unique supply here that is hardly available elsewhere in Hoorn. Seniors who want everything within walking distance fit well with the profile of this neighbourhood. Families with multiple cars or a large parking need will find it more difficult here. If you are unsure whether buying suits you, you can also look at rental homes in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 as an alternative to get to know the neighbourhood first.
What residents say about Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01
The neighbourhood has an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, based on resident reviews. The highest scores go to safety (8.5), green space (8.5), education (8.5) and facilities (8.5). The lowest score is accessibility (6.5), which matches the reality of a historic city centre. Resident Storm van Dalsem describes it as "a nice neighbourhood with sufficient facilities of everything, including park, close to cafés, shops and supermarket." See all reviews and sub-scores on the full neighbourhood page.
Compare homes for sale in and around Hoorn city centre
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data on one page, so you choose not only a home but also a neighbourhood. Would you like to see the supply in the wider area? Compare with homes for sale in the Binnenstad district or view all homes for sale in Hoorn. The neighbouring neighbourhood Binnenstad - Buurt 10 03 may also be of interest. For general information about living and life in the municipality, you can also consult the website of the municipality of Hoorn.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 was €528,200, with an average living area of 94 m². That works out to about €5,600 per square metre. Sale prices ranged from €275,000 to €985,000, depending on the type and condition of the property. These are realised sale prices; current asking prices are at the top of this page.
What is the WOZ value in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01?
The average WOZ value in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 is €413,000. That is higher than the average for the Binnenstad district as a whole (€365,000) and significantly higher than the municipal average for Hoorn (€333,000). The relatively high WOZ value reflects the central location and the historic building quality of the homes in this part of the city centre.
What is it like to live in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01?
Living in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 means life in the historic centre of Hoorn, with seventeenth-century architecture, canals and a notably social character. Residents appreciate the lively surroundings, the proximity of parks, shops and restaurants, and the safety of the streets. The neighbourhood scores an average of 7.9 out of 10 in resident reviews. The biggest drawback is limited accessibility by car, which is typical for a protected historic city centre.
Is Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 suitable for first-time buyers?
First-time buyers can enter Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 from around €275,000, but the average sale price of over €528,000 makes this not a cheap neighbourhood. The supply consists mainly of smaller apartments and upper-floor homes, which for first-time buyers buying an apartment is the most realistic option. Those with a larger budget or looking for a special property will find unique historic offerings here that are hardly available elsewhere in Hoorn.
How accessible is Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01?
Accessibility by public transport and bicycle is good: Hoorn NS station is within cycling distance and offers direct connections to Amsterdam and Enkhuizen. Walking to shops, parks and amenities is the daily norm for most residents. Accessibility by car, however, is limited due to narrow historic streets and limited parking; residents give this a score of 6.5 out of 10. Those who travel by car daily should take this into account.
What types of homes are for sale in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01?
The supply in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 consists mainly of historic canal houses, upper-floor homes and apartments in characteristic buildings from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. New-build is hardly present in this protected cityscape. The average sold home had an area of 94 m², but the spread is large. Buying a home in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 almost always means choosing a property with historic character and associated maintenance aspects.
Is there a lot of green space in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01?
For a city centre, the amount of green space is reasonable. Two parks are about a five-minute walk away, which residents experience as a clear plus. The green score of 8.5 out of 10 is therefore one of the highest subscores in the resident ratings. Resident Arie Jan explicitly mentions it: 'If you are a nature lover, you are in good stead here.' Those who want to see greenery daily without leaving the city will find it well arranged here.
Everyone knows each other. You can't step out the door without being greeted by the neighbours; it's really a social neighbourhood. It's also beautifully central in the centre of Hoorn, it's truly an open-air museum! It's also a 5-minute walk from 2 parks, so if you're a nature lover, you're in the right place here too. If you're a boating enthusiast, you'll be at the water where you can moor your boat after just a couple of stumbles! So it's an ideal spot.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a nice neighbourhood with plenty of facilities of all kinds, including a park, close to cafes, shops and supermarket. It is just not easily accessible by car.
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