Homes for sale in De Horn-Zuid, Alkmaar
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in De Horn-Zuid and check neighbourhood scores, market figures and resident reviews to determine if this Alkmaar neighbourhood suits you.
House prices and market figures De Horn-Zuid, Alkmaar
The owner-occupied market in De Horn-Zuid is strong. Of the 1,536 homes in the neighbourhood, 71% are owner-occupied, giving the neighbourhood a clear ownership character. The average WOZ value is €304,000, which is higher than the average for the district De Mare (€284,000), but lower than the municipal average for Alkmaar (€342,000). De Horn-Zuid is thus in a middle segment: more affordable than many other Alkmaar districts, but certainly not rock-bottom prices.
Looking at actual transactions over the past year, the average purchase price is €385,529, based on 17 sales. Prices ranged from €275,000 to €750,000, indicating that both starter homes and larger family homes change hands. With an average living area of 112 m², this works out at a price per square metre of around €3,442. The supply mainly consists of terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s. For the current supply and average asking price, see the property overview at the top of this page.
Living in De Horn-Zuid, Alkmaar
De Horn-Zuid is a typical post-war residential neighbourhood on the south side of Alkmaar, built in the 1970s and 1980s. The streets are wide with plenty of greenery in between, mainly grass and trees along the roadway. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for its architecture or special atmosphere, but that is not what people are looking for here. People live here because it is practical: everything is close together and the connection with the rest of Alkmaar is good.
The De Mare shopping centre is within walking distance, with a supermarket, pharmacy, bakery and various other daily amenities. Resident Vdvalk writes: "Shopping centre a 5-minute walk away. Shops with a reasonable variety." That is true: you don't need to take the car for groceries. The Alkmaar city centre is also easily accessible, a ten to fifteen-minute bike ride away. Bus routes run via Bergerweg and Huiswaarderweg towards the centre and Alkmaar station, from where you have direct connections to Amsterdam, Haarlem and Den Helder. By car, via the N9 you are quickly on the A9 towards Amsterdam.
The neighbourhood borders De Horn-Noord, which has a similar character but lies slightly more towards the greenery of the Alkmaardermeer. If you want to compare, you can also look at De Horn-Noord or the neighbourhoods 't Rak-Noord and 't Rak-Zuid, which fall within the same district and have a similar type of housing.
The resident rating for De Horn-Zuid is 7.2 out of 10, with highs for accessibility (8.0), amenities (8.8) and education (7.8). These are clear plus points. Less strong are beauty (5.4) and housing (6.2). The latter is probably due to the limited variety in housing types and the dated appearance of some of the buildings. Several residents are honest about youth nuisance: litter on the street, noise pollution and occasional drug waste in the verge come up in several reviews. Resident A.M. writes: "All facilities in the neighbourhood, nice neighbours, just a shame about the disruptive youth and that the youth don't clean up their mess." That is an honest picture of the neighbourhood: functional and easily accessible, but in terms of social cohesion and beauty there is room for improvement. For all reviews and neighbourhood data, see the overview page of De Horn-Zuid.
Schools are well represented in the immediate vicinity, with several primary schools and a swimming pool within cycling distance. The municipality of Alkmaar is actively working on the public space in this neighbourhood, although residents indicate that the results are mixed. More information about municipal plans can be found on the website of the municipality of Alkmaar.
Who is a home in De Horn-Zuid interesting for?
De Horn-Zuid mainly attracts families and middle-aged residents, which is also visible in the demographic composition: the 45 to 65 age group is the largest, but the 25 to 45 age group is also well represented. The combination of an entry price of €275,000 and an average of over €385,000 makes the neighbourhood accessible for starters looking for a terraced house, but also for those moving up who want more space without paying the prices of the city centre. Seniors also live here: the 65-plus group numbers almost 780 people. If you are unsure between buying and renting, you can also look at the rental properties in De Horn-Zuid as an alternative. Bear in mind that the supply of owner-occupied homes in this neighbourhood is limited: only 17 homes changed hands in the past year.
What residents say about De Horn-Zuid
The neighbourhood scores an average of 7.2 out of 10, based on 5 reviews. The highest sub-scores go to amenities (8.8) and education (7.8), the lowest to beauty (5.4) and housing (6.2). Resident miauw sums it up succinctly: "Nice close to everything, schools, city, swimming pool, shopping centre. Absolutely fine. Very safe and nice neighbours." In contrast, there are more critical comments about litter and youth behaviour. It is a neighbourhood with clear strengths in terms of location and amenities, but with a less well-kept appearance. Read all reviews on the neighbourhood page of De Horn-Zuid.
Compare owner-occupied homes in and around De Horn-Zuid
Via Buurtje.nl you will find owner-occupied homes in De Horn-Zuid combined with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data on one page, compiled from more than 1,500 sources. Want to look more broadly? Compare with the other neighbourhoods in the district De Mare or search further within the total owner-occupied housing supply in Alkmaar. The districts Zuid and Oudorp are also worth exploring if you want to make a broader comparison within the municipality.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in De Horn-Zuid?
The average purchase price in De Horn-Zuid over the past year was €385,529, based on 17 sales. Prices ranged from €275,000 to €750,000. With an average living area of 112 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €3,442. This puts the neighbourhood above the WOZ value of €304,000, indicating that buyers are willing to pay a premium above the average value.
What is the WOZ value in De Horn-Zuid?
The average WOZ value in De Horn-Zuid is €304,000. This is higher than the average for the De Mare district (€284,000), but lower than the municipal average of Alkmaar (€342,000). The neighbourhood thus sits in a middle segment within the municipality. The WOZ value gives an indication of the property value for tax purposes and differs from actual transaction prices.
What is it like to live in De Horn-Zuid?
De Horn-Zuid is a quiet, functional residential neighbourhood from the 1970s and 1980s with a practical location near amenities. Residents appreciate the accessibility and the range of shops within walking distance, but are more critical of the neighbourhood's appearance and nuisance from young people. The resident rating stands at 7.2 out of 10. Amenities score highest (8.8), while beauty scores lowest (5.4).
Is De Horn-Zuid suitable for families with children?
The neighbourhood has several primary schools in the immediate vicinity and a swimming pool within cycling distance, giving education a score of 7.8. The age group 25 to 45 is well represented, indicating a family segment. The wide street layout with plenty of green space offers play areas for children. Parents buying a home in De Horn-Zuid should take into account the reported youth nuisance that appears in several reviews.
How accessible is De Horn-Zuid?
Accessibility scores an 8.0 in resident reviews, one of the highest subscores. Bus routes via Bergerweg and Huiswaarderweg connect the neighbourhood to the centre and Alkmaar station, from where you have direct trains to Amsterdam, Haarlem and Den Helder. By car, you connect via the N9 to the A9 towards Amsterdam. The city centre of Alkmaar can be reached by bicycle in about ten to fifteen minutes.
What types of homes are for sale in De Horn-Zuid?
The housing supply in De Horn-Zuid mainly consists of terraced houses and semi-detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s. Occasionally, an apartment for sale in De Horn-Zuid also comes up as an option, although this is less common in this part of the district. Of the 1,536 homes, 71% are owner-occupied. The average living area of sold homes over the past year was 112 m².
Is there parking nuisance in De Horn-Zuid?
Parking is experienced as a slight bottleneck by residents. One resident mentions "somewhat few parking spaces" as a drawback, although this is not the biggest problem in the neighbourhood. The streets are laid out wide, but parking pressure can increase at busy times. Anyone considering buying a home in De Horn-Zuid would do well to check the parking situation in the specific street beforehand.
It's every man for himself, no cleaning up, just making a mess, not looking out for each other or taking each other into consideration.
Auto-translated to English by AIAll facilities in the neighbourhood, nice neighbours, only shame about the youth causing unrest. And that the youth don't clean up their mess, so very unhygienic in the neighbourhood. Cleaning up a bit works wonders.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice neighbours, good contact. Nice by the water. Only the youth is less. Breaking things, noise nuisance, drug bags on the ground (while walking the dog), setting off fireworks, teasing the dog, not cleaning up mess. Green a colourful verge with many poisonous plants for animals and people. Many social housing homes very damp, lots of mould, cracks in the walls, not insulated. Drains always blocked.
Auto-translated to English by AIFriendly people, helpful. Cosy neighbourhood with few parking spaces, shopping centre a 5-minute walk away. Shops with a nice variety. Fairly green, the municipality is doing its best.
Auto-translated to English by AInice near everything, schools, city centre, swimming pool, shopping centre. absolutely fine. very safe and nice neighbours.
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