Homes for sale in Centrum en Havens, Enkhuizen

Purchase prices in Centrum en Havens: above the municipal average

Of the more than 3,900 homes in Centrum en Havens, 61 percent are owner-occupied. That is a strong home-ownership market, but prices are correspondingly high. The average WOZ value is €330,000, which is slightly higher than the Enkhuizen average of €320,000. Looking at actual transactions over the past year, the average purchase price is €518,437, with a range from €215,000 to as much as €2,500,000. That upper end immediately explains the character of the neighbourhood: alongside ordinary terraced houses and apartments along the canals, there are also monumental canal houses and spacious detached homes on the water that significantly drive up prices. In total, 87 homes changed hands in the past year, with an average living area of 115 m². For current asking prices and available properties, check the overview at the top of this page.

Living by the water: the character of Centrum en Havens

Centrum en Havens is the historic heart of Enkhuizen, and you notice it on every corner. De Dijk, the Westerstraat and the area around the Dromedaris exude an atmosphere you find in few other North Holland city centres: 17th-century facades, narrow streets, and water everywhere. The inner harbours, the marina and the view of the IJsselmeer mean that residents here do not leave easily. On the neighbourhood page Centrum en Havens you can read what residents themselves write about their area. A recurring theme in the reviews is the peace you experience here outside the tourist season, combined with the liveliness of the harbour in summer. Criticism sometimes focuses on parking pressure in the narrow streets around the centre and the fact that the range of daily groceries is limited to a handful of shops within walking distance.

For daily amenities, you can go to the supermarkets on the edge of the centre, and the weekly market on Kaasmarktplein attracts regular visitors every week. Primary schools such as De Wissel and schools in the immediate vicinity serve the younger residents, although the largest age group in the neighbourhood is 65-plus. That says something about who lives here: many people who have consciously chosen this place and no longer want to leave. In terms of sports, there are opportunities through the water sports association and various clubs in the municipality. The neighbourhood consists of several sub-areas: Centrum Noord-Oost has a somewhat quieter residential character, while Centrum Zuid-West is closer to the harbours and popular with water sports enthusiasts.

In terms of accessibility, Enkhuizen is the terminus of the railway line from Amsterdam Centraal, with a travel time of about 55 minutes. The station is within walking distance of the centre, making the neighbourhood attractive for commuters who occasionally need to go to the Randstad. By car, you drive via the N302 towards Hoorn, from where you take the A7. Bus services connect Enkhuizen with surrounding towns, but a car remains handy in this region. More information about municipal facilities and plans can be found on the website of the municipality of Enkhuizen.

For which buyers is buying in Centrum en Havens the right choice?

Living in Centrum en Havens mainly appeals to movers, seniors and people who consciously choose historic living by the water. Starters will find it difficult to buy a home under €300,000 here, and overbidding is not uncommon in this segment. In addition to the purchase price, take into account additional costs: transfer tax (2 percent for non-starters), notary fees and possible costs for maintenance of monumental buildings. If you want to be more flexible, you can also look at rental properties in Centrum en Havens. If you are looking for a more spacious or newer alternative, Enkhuizen Noord or Enkhuizen Zuid are worth considering.

Searching for a home to buy in Centrum en Havens: how to use this overview

Buurtje.nl combines current property listings with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only buy a house but also know what you are getting as a neighbourhood. Filter the listings by price, area or energy label at the top of this page. Would you like to explore the broader market first? Then view all homes for sale in Enkhuizen or explore the nearby Buitengebied IJsselmeer en Markermeer for a more rural alternative.