Homes for sale in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02, Hoorn

House prices and market figures Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02, Hoorn

The owner-occupied market in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02 is relatively small but active. Of the 1,109 homes in the neighbourhood, only 32% are owner-occupied; the rest are rented out, largely by private landlords (51%) and to a lesser extent by housing associations (16%). This makes the supply of owner-occupied homes in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02 scarce, and scarcity impacts prices.

The average WOZ value is €306,000, which is lower than the district average for Binnenstad (€365,000) and also below the municipal average for Hoorn (€333,000). Yet actual transaction prices are significantly higher: over the past twelve months, 21 homes were sold at an average purchase price of €483,214. The range runs from €195,000 to €1,000,000, indicating that both compact apartments and larger properties change hands. With an average living area of 85 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €5,685. For current asking prices and available homes, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02, Hoorn

Buying a home in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02 means first and foremost acquiring a place in the historic heart of Hoorn. The neighbourhood is part of the city centre and exudes the atmosphere of a compact, urban living environment with a strong historic character. Think canal houses, narrow alleyways, characteristic facades and a mix of residents ranging from young urbanites to older, long-term Hoorn inhabitants.

The largest age group consists of 25- to 45-year-olds (595 out of 1,635 residents), giving the neighbourhood a certain dynamic character. At the same time, there are relatively many over-65s (405 people) and the proportion of single-person households is notably high: 555 out of more than 1,100 households. This says something about the types of homes that dominate here: relatively small apartments and upper-floor homes in historic buildings, fewer family homes with a garden. If you are looking for a spacious single-family home, you would be better off looking at Binnenstad - Buurt 10 01 or neighbourhoods outside the city centre such as Risdam-Zuid.

In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood is hard to beat for a city centre. The Grote Noord and the Breed, Hoorn's main shopping streets, are within walking distance. Daily groceries can be done at supermarkets in the immediate vicinity of the centre. The Rode Steen square with the historic weigh house is a central meeting point. For green spaces, there is Julianapark within cycling distance, although the neighbourhood itself is compact and stony. Primary schools are available in and around the city centre, and the resident score for education is notably high at 9.0.

Accessibility is good. Hoorn station is about a ten-minute walk from the neighbourhood and offers direct connections to Amsterdam Centraal (approximately 35 minutes) and Enkhuizen. Several bus routes run through or past the city centre. By car, the A7 towards Amsterdam and the A9 towards Alkmaar are accessible via the Provincialeweg. Parking in the city centre itself is a point of attention: paid parking is the norm and free parking spaces are scarce.

Residents clearly appreciate the neighbourhood. On the neighbourhood page of Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02, there is an average score of 8.5 out of 10. Janny writes: "Very cosy and close to all shops." That sums up the neighbourhood's strength succinctly. The highest subscores are for safety (9.0), community (9.0), beauty (9.0) and education (9.0). Accessibility, green spaces, housing and amenities each score 8.0, which is still respectable for a densely built city centre. Compared to sister neighbourhoods such as Binnenstad - Buurt 10 03 or Binnenstad - Buurt 10 00, this neighbourhood has a similar urban character, although the exact housing mix and prices may vary per sub-area.

Is an owner-occupied home in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02 right for you?

This neighbourhood mainly appeals to people who consciously choose urban living: singles, couples without children and dual-income earners who value proximity to shops, restaurants and culture. The high proportion of single-person households and the dominance of smaller apartments make this less obvious for families with young children seeking space and a garden. First-time buyers must reckon with an average transaction price of over €483,000 and limited supply, making overbidding a real possibility. Would you like to explore the market first or is buying not financially feasible now? Then check out the rental homes in Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02 as an interim solution.

What residents say about Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02

The neighbourhood scores 8.5 out of 10 based on resident reviews. Safety, community, beauty and education each receive a 9.0, while the remaining categories score 8.0. Resident Janny describes the neighbourhood as "very cosy and close to all shops", a feeling that confirms the high scores for community and amenities. Want to know more about what residents think? See all reviews and neighbourhood data on the page of Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02.

Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Binnenstad - Buurt 10 02

Buurtje.nl brings together the housing supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident scores and neighbourhood data you won't find on other platforms. This way you can compare not only homes but also neighbourhoods. View all owner-occupied homes in Binnenstad if you want an overview of the entire district, or broaden your search area to owner-occupied homes in Hoorn. If you prefer a quieter alternative with more space, then Hoorn-Noord or Venenlaan-kwartier are worth exploring. More information about municipal housing policy and permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Hoorn.