Homes for sale in Broek in Waterland, Waterland
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in Broek in Waterland. At the top of the page, view the current asking prices and selling times.
House prices in Broek in Waterland: well above the municipal average
Broek in Waterland is not a cheap market. The average WOZ value is €676,000, more than €219,000 higher than the average for municipality Waterland (€457,000). Over the past twelve months, 68 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €628,769. The range runs from €199,000 to €1,800,000, showing that both modest homes and detached character properties come onto the market. The supply consists largely of ground-floor homes, including historic wooden houses along the village canals and more spacious single-family homes on the edges of the village. Apartments are rare. Over 73% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, making the purchase market relatively tight. See the current supply and average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent status. Interested in homes for sale in Waterland more broadly? Then it is useful to also explore other cores in the municipality.
Living in Broek in Waterland: a village that protects itself
Broek in Waterland is one of the best-preserved seventeenth-century villages in North Holland. That sounds like a travel guide, but residents notice it daily: no through traffic, narrow streets leading to the village pond, and wooden facades in pastel shades that you see nowhere else in the region. On the neighbourhood page of Broek in Waterland you can consult resident reviews and extensive neighbourhood data. Residents particularly appreciate the peace and social cohesion. One reviewer writes that the village feels like a community where you still really know your neighbours, yet is twenty minutes from Amsterdam. There is also criticism: parking is limited, and those used to a supermarket around the corner must reckon with a drive to Monnickendam or Purmerend. In Broek in Waterland itself, amenities are sparse: there is a primary school, a café and a small neighbourhood shop, but no supermarket in the village. For daily groceries you drive to Monnickendam, which is a few kilometres away and has more shops and an Albert Heijn.
For sports, there are opportunities via the surrounding nature: the Twiske recreation area is a short bike ride away, and the polders around the village are popular with cyclists and walkers. There is a local football club and the water attracts sailors and canoeists. Children attend the village school or schools in Monnickendam and Purmerend for secondary education. Surrounding hamlets such as Uitdam and Zuiderwoude are within cycling distance and have a similar rural character, although the supply there is even more limited.
In terms of accessibility, Broek in Waterland depends on the car or bus. There is no train station in the village itself. Bus line 316 connects the village with Amsterdam Central, with a travel time of about 25 to 35 minutes depending on the time of day. By car, you drive via the N247 to Amsterdam North and from there via the A10 or the IJ tunnel further into the city. The municipality is working on accessibility plans; see also the website of municipality Waterland for current information on infrastructure and environmental policy. Similar villages in the municipality such as Katwoude and Marken have a similar accessibility situation.
Who is a home in Broek in Waterland suitable for?
Living in Broek in Waterland mainly attracts families and movers who consciously choose peace, space and a strong village character, and are willing to pay for it. First-time buyers find it difficult: with an average purchase price of over €628,000, buying a home in Broek in Waterland without substantial own capital or high income is hard. Overbidding is common for sought-after properties. Besides the purchase price, take into account transfer tax (2% for owner-occupation), notary costs and possible restoration obligations for listed buildings. Those who cannot yet take the step to buying will find on the page rental homes in Broek in Waterland an overview of the rental alternative, although that supply is limited at 27% of the stock.
Searching for homes for sale in Broek in Waterland via Buurtje.nl
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Broek in Waterland?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Broek in Waterland was €628,769. Sale prices ranged from €199,000 to €1,800,000, depending on the type of property and its state of maintenance. The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €676,000, which is significantly higher than the municipal average of €457,000.
What types of homes are available for purchase in Broek in Waterland?
The supply mainly consists of ground-level homes: historic wooden houses along the village canals, single-family homes, and detached houses on the outskirts of the village. Buying an apartment in Broek in Waterland is rare, as the village has hardly any multi-storey buildings. Monumental properties regularly come onto the market, but may entail additional maintenance or restoration obligations.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Broek in Waterland?
When buying a home in Broek in Waterland, in addition to the purchase price, you typically pay 2% transfer tax if you are going to live there yourself. There are also notary costs for the deed of transfer and the mortgage deed, and possibly estate agent fees. For monumental properties, costs for a structural survey and mandatory restoration may also apply. Budget roughly 4 to 6% of the purchase price for additional costs.
How accessible is Broek in Waterland for commuters?
Broek in Waterland does not have its own train station. Bus line 316 runs to Amsterdam Central, with a travel time of about 25 to 35 minutes. By car, you drive via the N247 to Amsterdam North and then into the city. Those commuting daily to Amsterdam should take into account limited public transport frequency outside peak hours. A car is practically indispensable for most residents.
Are there schools and daily amenities for families wanting to live in Broek in Waterland?
The village itself has a primary school. For secondary education and a full range of shops, residents rely on Monnickendam or Purmerend, both a few kilometres away. There is no supermarket in Broek in Waterland itself. For sports, the surrounding polders and the Twiske recreation area offer plenty of opportunities, and there is a local football club active in the village.
