Homes for sale in Centrum Noord-West, Enkhuizen

House prices and market figures Centrum Noord-West, Enkhuizen

The owner-occupied market in Centrum Noord-West is smaller than you might initially expect. Of the 753 homes in the neighbourhood, 48% are owner-occupied, the remaining 52% are rental, a large portion of which is owned by a housing association. This limited supply of owner-occupied homes means there is little choice, but also that homes here rarely stay on the market for long.

In the past twelve months, 14 homes changed ownership. The average purchase price was €471,571, with an average living area of 112 m². That works out to roughly €4,210 per square metre. The range was notably wide: from €225,000 to €875,000. This difference says something about the varied housing stock, from older canal houses to more spacious historic townhouses.

The WOZ value in Centrum Noord-West is €307,000. That is lower than the district average of Centrum en Havens (€330,000) and also below the municipal average of Enkhuizen (€320,000). However, actual transaction prices are significantly above the WOZ value, indicating a market where supply and demand are not always in balance. Check the current listings and average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent status.

Living in Centrum Noord-West, Enkhuizen

Centrum Noord-West is the quieter, less touristy part of Enkhuizen's city centre. Those who live here are literally in the historic heart of the city, but experience less of the bustle that characterises the southern part of the centre during the summer months. The neighbourhood consists largely of older buildings, with canal houses, narrow streets and characteristic West Frisian houses from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, supplemented by some post-war infill.

The location is practical. The Westerstraat and its immediate surroundings offer daily amenities: there are small specialist shops, bakeries and a supermarket within walking distance. For a wider range, the centre of Enkhuizen itself, with the Westerstraat as the main shopping street, is reachable within a few minutes on foot. Primary schools, including CBS De Horizon and OBS De Regenboog, are located in or directly near the neighbourhood. For secondary education, the Enkhuizer Lyceum is the closest option.

In terms of accessibility, Enkhuizen is not a major transport hub, but Enkhuizen station is a short bike ride away. From there, the train runs via Hoorn to Amsterdam, with a travel time of about an hour to Amsterdam Centraal. The N302 and A7 provide road access towards Hoorn and the rest of North Holland. Those used to a quick connection to the Randstad will notice that Enkhuizen takes a bit more time. Within the neighbourhood itself, everything is easily accessible by bike or on foot.

The population composition is striking: the largest age group is 65-plus, with 515 out of 1,330 residents. Single-person households are the most common. This gives the neighbourhood a quieter, more mature character. Young families are present, but less dominant than in districts such as Enkhuizen Noord or Enkhuizen Zuid.

Residents appreciate the neighbourhood for its historic appearance and the tranquillity that prevails despite its central location. On the neighbourhood homepage of Centrum Noord-West you can read all resident reviews and neighbourhood scores. One resident writes: "You live here right in the history of Enkhuizen, but without the feeling that you are in a museum. It is just a nice, quiet neighbourhood to come home to." Criticisms more often concern parking, which is limited in the narrow historic streets, and the maintenance of some public spaces. Compared to sister neighbourhoods such as Centrum Noord-Oost or Centrum Zuid-West, Centrum Noord-West has a slightly quieter, more residential character.

Who is a home in Centrum Noord-West interesting for?

The neighbourhood mainly attracts people who consciously choose historic living in a small-town environment. Seniors and empty nesters looking for space in a characterful setting generally feel at home here, which the demographic figures confirm. First-time buyers have a tough time: with an average purchase price of over €471,000, the entry threshold is high. The wide range does offer some chance of a more affordable property, but supply is limited and homes sell quickly. Those considering renting as an intermediate step can also look at the rental homes in Centrum Noord-West. Parking requires attention in advance: not every home has its own parking facility, and a parking permit is not always readily available.

What residents say about Centrum Noord-West

Residents of Centrum Noord-West are generally positive about the atmosphere and location of their neighbourhood. The historic appearance and proximity to the water are most often mentioned as plus points. Residents are less satisfied with the parking situation and the limited play facilities for children. One resident sums it up: "Living on a canal in the centre of Enkhuizen, that is something special. You never quite get used to it." See all scores and reviews on the page of Centrum Noord-West.

Compare homes for sale in and around Centrum Noord-West

Are you unsure whether Centrum Noord-West is the right choice, or do you want to compare the supply more broadly? On Buurtje.nl you will find property listings from more than 1,500 sources, combined with resident reviews and district data that you will not find in this form anywhere else. Also check the supply in the wider district via homes for sale in Centrum en Havens, compare with Centrum Zuid-Oost or explore the total supply via homes for sale in Enkhuizen. More about the municipality can be found on the page of Enkhuizen or on the official website of the municipality of Enkhuizen.