Homes for sale in Havenbuurt en Kerkbuurt, Waterland

House prices and market figures for Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt, Waterland

The owner-occupied market in Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt is strong. Of the 810 homes in the neighbourhood, 71% are owner-occupied, indicating that this is a neighbourhood where people consciously choose to stay. The average WOZ value is €298,000, slightly lower than the district average for Marken (€303,000) and significantly below the municipal average for Waterland (€457,000). This difference is striking and has everything to do with the historic, compact buildings on Marken: many small, older homes push the WOZ value down compared to the wider municipality.

Looking at actual transactions, the average purchase price over the past twelve months is €459,070, with a range of €250,000 to €935,000. With an average living area of 117 m², this works out at a price of approximately €3,925 per square metre. The spread is wide: smaller, simpler homes are accessible to a broader audience, while the top end of the market shows that special properties here cost serious money. 25 homes were sold in the past year, which means limited supply for a neighbourhood of this size. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the latest asking prices and selling times.

Living in Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt, Waterland

Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt are located on Marken, the peninsula in the Markermeer that was still an island until 1957. This fact determines everything: the neighbourhood feels isolated in the best sense of the word. It is quiet, small-scale and has a character you won't find anywhere else in the region. The buildings consist largely of traditional wooden fishermen's cottages, mostly built in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, with narrow streets and a tightly packed structure around the harbour and the church. This gives Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt a village-like, almost museum-like character, but it is still a normal residential neighbourhood where people spend their entire lives.

Facilities are limited but present. There is a primary school on Marken, a GP practice, a small supermarket and of course the harbour with associated catering establishments that are busy with tourists in the summer months. For more extensive shopping or larger stores, you drive to Monnickendam or further towards Purmerend. Accessibility by car is specific: one road connects Marken to the rest of the world, the N518 towards Monnickendam. This can sometimes be a point of annoyance in summer due to tourist traffic. Public transport consists of bus line 315 towards Monnickendam, from where you can continue to Purmerend or Amsterdam. In practice, your own car or bicycle is almost indispensable. To Amsterdam Central, you are looking at 45 to 60 minutes by bus and train.

The population is relatively old: the 45 to 65 age group is the largest (475 residents), followed by those aged 65 and over (470). Younger families are present but less dominant. This is also reflected in the social character of the neighbourhood: it is close-knit, people know each other, and newcomers notice that it takes a while before you truly become part of the community. Residents appreciate the peace, the unique location on the water and the feeling of real community spirit. One resident writes: "You live here in a place that doesn't exist anywhere else. The peace and the connection with the water make every morning special." Critical comments concern the limited accessibility and the fact that facilities are scarce. Read more experiences on the neighbourhood page of Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt with all resident reviews and neighbourhood data.

Compared to the neighbouring neighbourhood Verspreide huizen Op de Werven ten zuiden van kanaal, Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt are more compact and historic in character. If you want more space and a different atmosphere, it is also worth looking at the supply in the wider district of Marken.

Who is a home for sale in Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt interesting for?

This neighbourhood mainly attracts people who consciously choose peace, character and a close-knit community. Families with young children can live here comfortably, but must take into account the limited accessibility and the fact that secondary schools are not on Marken itself. Seniors looking for a quiet, manageable living environment will find much that appeals to them here. Starters can in theory enter at the lower end of the market (from around €250,000), but supply is scarce and bidding wars are common. Movers looking for something unique and not dependent on daily commuting fit this type of neighbourhood best. Keep in mind that the housing types are historic: renovation possibilities are sometimes limited due to monument status or narrow plots. If you are not yet sure whether buying is the right step, also check the rental homes in Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt as an alternative.

What residents say about Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt

Residents of Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt are generally positive about their neighbourhood, particularly about the unique atmosphere, safety and social cohesion. The scores for liveability and green space in the immediate vicinity are a recurring plus point. Residents are less enthusiastic about accessibility and the limited level of facilities. One resident sums it up aptly: "Marken is not a place for people who want everything around the corner, but once you know what you have here, you don't want to live anywhere else." View all ratings and scores on the overview page of this neighbourhood.

Compare homes for sale in and around Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt

On Buurtje.nl you will not only find the current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources, but also resident reviews, demographic data and neighbourhood scores that help you assess whether living in Havenbuurt and Kerkbuurt suits you. If you want to broaden your search, it is also useful to look at other parts of the municipality: Monnickendam offers more urban facilities, Broek in Waterland has a similar village character but better accessibility, and Ilpendam is an option for those seeking more space. A complete overview of all homes for sale in the municipality of Waterland can be found on the municipal page. Read more about municipal housing policy and local regulations on the website of the municipality of Waterland.