Homes for sale in Dirkshorn (woonkern), Schagen

House prices and market figures in Dirkshorn (woonkern), Schagen

Dirkshorn (woonkern) is a neighbourhood where buying is the norm: 74% of the 570 homes are owner-occupied, compared to 26% rented. The average WOZ value is €337,000, which is slightly lower than the district average of €361,000 and also below the municipal average of €348,000 in Schagen. In the past twelve months, 18 homes changed hands at an average purchase price of €353,944. The range is remarkably wide: from €150,000 to €650,000. This indicates that both affordable and more spacious homes come onto the market. With an average living area of 121 m², the price per square metre works out at around €2,925. The supply consists largely of single-family homes, from terraced houses to semi-detached houses. Anyone considering buying an apartment in Dirkshorn (woonkern) must be patient: the supply is limited. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the latest status of available homes and selling times.

Living in Dirkshorn (woonkern): village character with space around you

Dirkshorn is a compact village in the North Holland polder, a place where you still greet your neighbours and where it is quiet in the evenings. The village has around 1,350 inhabitants and has that typical character of a West Frisian core: compact, green and with strong social cohesion. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (405 people), but there are also quite a few over-65s (380) and families with children (170 children under 15). You notice this in village life: there is a primary school (De Boog), a community centre where activities are organised, and sports clubs such as football club Dirkshorn. For daily groceries, there is a small supermarket in the village, although many residents drive to Schagen for larger shopping, which is about ten minutes away by car.

The homes in the core are a mix of post-war construction and newer expansions. Along the Molenstraat and Dorpsstraat you will find older characteristic buildings, while on the edges of the village there are more recent terraced houses and semi-detached houses. The atmosphere varies per street, but overall it is quiet and child-friendly. Residents particularly appreciate the space and green character. "It's wonderfully quiet here and you really feel like you live in the countryside, yet you're in Alkmaar within a quarter of an hour," writes a resident on the neighbourhood page of Dirkshorn (woonkern).

In terms of accessibility: Dirkshorn does not have its own train station, but bus lines connect the village with Schagen and Alkmaar. By car, you can quickly reach the A9 towards Alkmaar or Den Helder via the N245. This makes it workable for commuters, although you are dependent on the car. Schagen train station offers a direct connection to Amsterdam (about an hour). Compared to the surrounding Buitengebied Dirkshorn, living in the core is closer to amenities, while De Banne en omgeving is even more rural. At district level, Dirkshorn as a whole offers a slightly higher average WOZ value, which is related to the detached homes in the rural area. More information about the municipality and local plans can be found on the website of the municipality of Schagen.

Does a home for sale in Dirkshorn (woonkern) suit you?

With an average purchase price of almost €354,000 and homes from €150,000, Dirkshorn is relatively accessible for starters who do not necessarily want to live in the city. Families benefit from the village school, the greenery and the safe environment. Movers-up find more spacious homes here than in Schagen centre for a similar price. For seniors, the village is attractive due to the peace, although the supply of ground-floor homes is limited. An honest disadvantage: the range of shops and catering is minimal, and you are dependent on Schagen or Alkmaar for many things. Those who prefer to rent can look at rental homes in Dirkshorn (woonkern), although the rental supply at 26% of the stock is not large. Buying a home in Dirkshorn (woonkern) sometimes requires patience due to the limited supply.

What residents say about Dirkshorn (woonkern)

Residents generally rate Dirkshorn positively. The peace, green character and social cohesion score highly. Residents are less enthusiastic about the level of amenities and the dependence on the car. "For a night out or extensive shopping, you really have to take the car, but you gladly do that," says a resident. View all ratings and scores per category on the comprehensive neighbourhood page of Dirkshorn (woonkern).

Compare homes for sale around Dirkshorn (woonkern)

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