Homes for sale in Medemblik Randwijk en Gildenwijk, Medemblik
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House prices and market figures Medemblik Randwijk en Gildenwijk, Medemblik
House prices in Medemblik Randwijk en Gildenwijk are at a notable level compared to the rest of the municipality. The average WOZ value in this neighbourhood is €297,000, which is lower than the district average of €327,000 and significantly below the municipal average of €376,000. However, actual sale prices tell a different story: in the past twelve months, 24 homes changed hands at an average purchase price of €441,750. The range ran from €250,000 to €750,000, indicating that the supply is quite diverse. With an average living area of 135 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €3,272. This difference between WOZ and sale price can partly be explained by the fact that owner-occupied homes in this neighbourhood are generally larger and more freely situated than the social housing that is also common here. Of the 815 homes in the neighbourhood, 58% are rental properties, the majority of which are owned by a housing association. Only 42% are owner-occupied. This makes supply limited. Check the current overview at the top of this page for the most recent asking prices and selling times.
Living in Medemblik Randwijk en Gildenwijk, Medemblik
Randwijk en Gildenwijk is a neighbourhood that cannot immediately be placed in one category. On the one hand, you will find spacious owner-occupied homes from the 1980s and 1990s, often detached or semi-detached, with large gardens and quiet streets. On the other hand, the neighbourhood directly borders social housing, and this contrast is noticeable. Resident Leentje describes it aptly: "We live right in between here. The contrast between these two neighbourhoods and the people who live here is very large." This makes the neighbourhood somewhat ambivalent in character, but certainly not unattractive for buyers seeking space and tranquillity.
In terms of green space, the neighbourhood scores a perfect 10 from residents, and you can tell. The area has plenty of public greenery, wide pavements and a village-like streetscape that matches the character of Medemblik as a whole. Accessibility also scores a 10, which is remarkably high for a smaller North Holland municipality. Medemblik has its own bus connection to Hoorn, and via the N239 and N240 you are quickly on regional roads. For travellers dependent on the train, Hoorn station is the nearest hub, about twenty minutes away by car. The municipality is actively working on liveability and accessibility; more information can be found on the website of the municipality of Medemblik.
Facilities score a 9 according to residents. Medemblik has a compact but functional centre with supermarkets, primary schools and sports facilities within short cycling distance. The neighbourhood itself is a residential area, but the centre of Medemblik can be reached within minutes. Education scores an 8, indicating that primary schools in the vicinity are perceived as good, fitting the family composition of the neighbourhood: households with children are the largest group here.
The community score, at 5, is the lowest sub-score, and this aligns with what residents describe: people here live fairly independently. This can actually be attractive for buyers who have no need for a close-knit neighbourhood community. Safety scores a 7, which is an acceptable rating for a quiet residential area. Would you like to compare the neighbourhood with adjacent areas? Then also check the supply in Medemblik Parkwijk or Medemblik Koggenwijk, two neighbourhoods with a slightly different character but a similar location. Medemblik Oude Stad offers a more historic living environment for those seeking that. A broader picture of the district is provided by the page on owner-occupied homes in Medemblik.
Does an owner-occupied home in Medemblik Randwijk en Gildenwijk suit you as a buyer?
Based on demographic data, this neighbourhood is most popular with families and people between 45 and 65 years old. The average income in the neighbourhood is €28,000, lower than the municipal average of €35,300, but purchase prices are nevertheless relatively high due to the limited supply of owner-occupied homes. First-time buyers will struggle with an average sale price of nearly €442,000 without equity or help. Movers and people seeking space and tranquillity from the Randstad are better suited here. Be aware that the supply of owner-occupied homes is scarce: 24 sales in a year says enough. If you want to be flexible, you can also look at rental properties in Medemblik Randwijk en Gildenwijk as a temporary or permanent alternative.
What residents say about Medemblik Randwijk en Gildenwijk
The neighbourhood receives an overall score of 8.0 out of 10 based on resident reviews. Outliers on the high side are accessibility and green space, both rated 10. The community score, at 5, is the lowest component. Resident Leentje writes: "Nice and beautiful place to live", but nuances this by noting that living between two contrasting neighbourhoods sometimes creates distance between residents. Read all reviews and neighbourhood data on the page for Medemblik Randwijk en Gildenwijk.
Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Medemblik Randwijk en Gildenwijk
Buurtje.nl bundles current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources and combines this with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data, information you won't find in one place on other platforms. This way, you can first determine whether living in Medemblik Randwijk en Gildenwijk suits you, before looking at the homes. Also compare the supply in other parts of the municipality, such as Medemblik Plan West or the villages of Opperdoes and Twisk. A complete overview of all owner-occupied homes in Medemblik can be found on the municipal page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Medemblik Randwijk and Gildenwijk?
In the past twelve months, 24 homes were sold in Medemblik Randwijk and Gildenwijk at an average purchase price of €441,750. The range varied from €250,000 to €750,000, depending on type and size. With an average living area of 135 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €3,272.
What is the WOZ value in Medemblik Randwijk and Gildenwijk?
The average WOZ value in Medemblik Randwijk and Gildenwijk is €297,000. This is below the district average of €327,000 and significantly below the municipal average of €376,000. However, actual selling prices are higher, partly because the supply of owner-occupied homes in the neighbourhood is limited.
What is it like to live in Medemblik Randwijk and Gildenwijk?
The neighbourhood has a quiet, green character with spacious owner-occupied homes alongside social housing. Residents rate the neighbourhood 8.0 out of 10 and are particularly satisfied with the greenery and accessibility, both rated 10. The sense of community is perceived as limited, making the neighbourhood suitable for people who prefer to live independently.
Is Medemblik Randwijk and Gildenwijk suitable for families?
Yes, families with children form the largest household group in the neighbourhood. There are primary schools within a short distance and plenty of green space for children to play outside. The neighbourhood is quiet and the education sub-score stands at 8. However, the average income in the neighbourhood is lower than the municipal average, indicating that not all families can afford a home here.
How accessible is Medemblik Randwijk and Gildenwijk?
Residents rate accessibility 10 out of 10. By car, the neighbourhood is well connected to the region via the N239 and N240. Bus connections towards Hoorn provide public transport, and Hoorn station is about a twenty-minute drive away. For daily amenities, the centre of Medemblik is within cycling distance.
What type of homes are for sale in Medemblik Randwijk and Gildenwijk?
The supply of owner-occupied homes in the neighbourhood mainly consists of detached houses and semi-detached houses from the 1980s and 1990s, with an average size of 135 m². Buying apartments in Medemblik Randwijk and Gildenwijk is less common; the supply is predominantly ground-based. Of the 815 homes in the neighbourhood, only 42% are owner-occupied, making the supply scarce.
How green is Medemblik Randwijk and Gildenwijk and what are the parking options?
Greenery is one of the neighbourhood's strongest points: residents give it a 10. The district has spacious public green strips and a village-like streetscape with plenty of space. Parking is generally not a problem in most streets, partly because homes usually have their own driveway or garage. This also makes the neighbourhood comfortable for households with multiple cars.
We are very much to ourselves and have little contact with neighbours, mainly because we live between two neighbourhoods. The contrast between these two neighbourhoods and the people who live here is very large. On one side there are social housing units and on the other side owner-occupied homes. We live right in between. I gave a low rating for community because the people here interact very much in cliques, making it difficult to make contact with other neighbours. Because we are very much to ourselves, we don't experience any trouble or problems with this, but I can imagine that for some people this might sometimes be a bit lonely.
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