Homes for sale in Hoogdorp en Waterakkers, Heemskerk
Looking for a home to buy in Hoogdorp and Waterakkers? Check the current listings on this page, including prices, sizes, and resident reviews.
Purchase prices in Hoogdorp en Waterakkers: above the Heemskerk average
Hoogdorp en Waterakkers is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood: 84% of the more than 1,795 homes are owned, only 16% are rented out. The average WOZ value is €496,000, significantly higher than the municipal average of €402,000 for Heemskerk. This difference is also reflected in transaction prices: in the past twelve months, eight homes were sold here for an average of €558,375, with a range of €400,000 to €779,000. The average home has an area of around 130 m², indicating that the supply mainly consists of larger single-family homes and detached houses, not so much apartments. If you want to know how many homes are currently for sale and what the current asking prices are, look at the overview at the top of this page.
The limited number of transactions per year indicates that supply is scarce. Anyone looking for a home to buy in Hoogdorp en Waterakkers must be able to act quickly. By comparison, for homes for sale in Heemskerk broadly, the average is lower, showing that this neighbourhood belongs to the more expensive segments of the municipality.
Waterakkers en Hoogdorp: a neighbourhood that has been working on itself for 25 years
Living in Hoogdorp en Waterakkers feels different than in many other Heemskerk neighbourhoods. The neighbourhood has existed for over 25 years and you notice that in a positive way: residents are rooted, know each other and help each other. Reviewer Hendrik-Jan Bleumink describes Waterakkers as "clean, safe and the neighbours know and help each other" and gives the neighbourhood an 8.4. That sense of community is also reflected in the resident score on the neighbourhood page of Hoogdorp en Waterakkers, where residents give the neighbourhood an average of 7.9. Accessibility, community and housing all score 8.5.
Not everything is flawless. Parking is a point of attention in some streets, especially now that more and more residents have a van or larger car. And the greenery scores a 7.0, which is lower than the rest. Another resident, P. Nouris, points to the park next to the neighbourhood: maintenance is lacking, beautiful trees are cut down while weeds remain. If greenery is important to you, it is wise to take this into account during a viewing. Education scores the lowest of all categories with a 6.0; the municipality is working on educational facilities, but for specific school choices it is advisable to check what is available in the area yourself via the website of the municipality of Heemskerk.
In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood is reasonably self-sufficient. There are local shops and supermarkets within the neighbourhood or a short bike ride away in the centre of Heemskerk. For larger groceries or urban amenities, Beverwijk is quickly accessible. Heemskerk station offers a direct connection towards Alkmaar and Haarlem, and via the A9 you are quickly on the motorway. Bus connections link to the regional network. The two sub-areas each have their own character: Waterakkers is the newer, quieter part, while Hoogdorp has a slightly more varied streetscape. Both fall under the same neighbourhood community.
For whom is buying in Hoogdorp en Waterakkers the right step?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts families and movers: the largest age group is 45 to 65 years, but there are also many households with children. First-time buyers will find that the entry price of €400,000 and an average of over half a million sets the bar high. In addition to the purchase price, factor in additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-first-time buyers), notary fees and possible renovation costs, because many homes are being actively renovated. If buying is not feasible now, consider the rental homes in Hoogdorp en Waterakkers as an interim solution.
Searching for your home to buy in Hoogdorp en Waterakkers
Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also what it is really like to live there. View the supply at the top of this page or explore similar neighbourhoods such as Heemskerk-Dorp, Commandeurs en Marquette or Hofland, Oosterwijk en Zuidbroek for a broader picture of what Heemskerk has to offer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Hoogdorp and Waterakkers?
In the past twelve months, homes in Hoogdorp and Waterakkers sold for an average of €558,375. Prices ranged from €400,000 to €779,000, with an average living area of 130 m². This makes it one of the more expensive neighbourhoods in Heemskerk, where the municipal average is lower.
What is the WOZ value of a home in Hoogdorp and Waterakkers?
The average WOZ value in Hoogdorp and Waterakkers is €496,000. This is significantly higher than the Heemskerk average of €402,000. The WOZ value is an indication of the market value and is used as a basis for municipal taxes such as the ozb.
What types of homes can you buy in Hoogdorp and Waterakkers?
The supply mainly consists of larger single-family homes and detached houses. Buying an apartment in Hoogdorp and Waterakkers is less common; the neighbourhood has a predominantly ground-based character with an average living area of 130 m². Many homes have been renovated or improved by current owners in recent years.
How accessible is Hoogdorp and Waterakkers if you want to buy a home there?
The neighbourhood has good accessibility. Heemskerk station offers direct train connections to Haarlem and Alkmaar. Via the A9 you are quickly on the motorway towards Amsterdam or Den Helder. Beverwijk is a short distance away for additional amenities and a larger range of shops. Bus connections link up with the regional public transport network.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Hoogdorp and Waterakkers?
When buying a home in Hoogdorp and Waterakkers, there are additional costs besides the purchase price. Think of transfer tax (2% for movers, 0% for first-time buyers under the threshold), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possible valuation costs. Since many homes are actively being renovated, it is also wise to budget for renovation costs after purchase.
The neighbourhood where I live is nice and cosy, but there is a park next to it where the maintenance is really poor. They remove the beautiful trees and leave the weeds because, in my opinion, they don't know much about greenery. And the surrounding neighbourhoods have a lot of nuisance from young people. In my view, too little is being done about it. And I'm afraid it won't get much better because they want to place an asylum seekers' centre. They can't handle it as it is!
Auto-translated to English by AIWaterakkers is a nice neighbourhood to live in. Clean, safe, and the neighbours know and help each other. Parking is difficult on some streets, more and more residents have a van. The neighbourhood has now existed for over 25 years, so people are busy renovating their homes. When you walk through the neighbourhood, you always hear drilling and sawing, it's like a hut village! The neighbourhood is a 10-minute walk from the centre, which is very nice!
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